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    Aircraft repair during WW2

    Hi all, my first post, so here goes, I was intending to try to write a book, a fiction novel which depicts the life on a ww2 airbase, the staff, the hardships and about the unnoticed hero's that kept the pilots in the air. To date I have not seen a book like this. However I feel I have left the...
  2. What is this on the Eisenhower CVN-69?

    I saw a picture of the aft end of the USS Eisenhower. What is that structure extending down from the lower deck into the water to where the propellers are? Something to prevent damage to the rudders and props from damage from shallow water or fishing lines? Something to detonate torpedo's...
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    Ye Olde Pub

    I have been trying to find actual photos of either Ye Olde Pub or Stigler's BF-109. Can anyone help? With all of the damage to "The Pub" you think someone would have at least taken one photo.
  4. World War II. "Real Pictures" 100th BG

    must see i think. Notice the massive damage some B17 have :shock: https://www.flickr.com/photos/valentine-photography/sets/72157623063090704/
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    Gear coming down when shot down?

    Hey Guys, I've been reading a lot of encounter reports and noticed a pattern of enemies landing gear coming down before they bail out. Was this due to damage received or did this somehow steady the plane making for an easier bail out? Thanks
  6. P-51 Big Beautiful Doll crashes

    Never good to hear, but it looks like the damage was minor. The pilot did an OUTSTANDING job! Pilot of rare plane forced to make belly landing | azfamily.com Phoenix
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    Ground Crew RAF + Other appropriate technical personnel

    Good evening, I am looking for some assistance with my research. I am attempting to create a detailed look at the engineering staff involved during WW2 in keeping the aircraft airworthy. But I am having difficulty in finding any detailed information. From my searches i have come across...