****FINSHED B-17E BLUE GOOSE, 11th BG, 7th AF

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DBII

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DBII, (David)
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Revell B-17F converted to B-17E
1/72 scale.


Based on information found in Air Force Colors Vol 3, Squadron Signal publishing.

A single B-17 E, #41-2616, was painted overall blue at the Hawaiian Air Depot as a test for over water patrols. The plane was assigned to the 11th BG, 7th AF. Unit members reported that the plane drew enemy fire during missions. The plane was lost over Shortland Harbour on 29 Sept 1942
 

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Thanks, I still have a log way to go. Wurger and the rest of the master model makers have give me much needed instruction.

DBII
 
Thank you. The lack of a close up lens hides some problem areas. It is the first plane I have completed in over 30 years. I guess I will move up a level for MTO.

DBII
 
Thanks again guys. I was surprised how different the B-17 looked in the blue. It was a this bird or one that was OD over light blue. I try and will post the history on build thread. I have the pilot info on the other B-17 but the tought of seeing an all blue B-17 was to much to pass.

DBII
 
Nice Job DBII. It was worth the wait through all the "I'll post pictures later" talk you kept feeding us.

A+ for the Blue fort

A+ for the lead in Drama. LOL

I hope my "Old 666" comes out half as good and I look forward to your next build
 
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