Boeing B-17G Flying Fortress

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21 Mar 2026 · © GE90FAN

This B-17 rests in the StrategicAir Museum near Lincoln,NE. Stopped by there a couple of years ago.

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B-17G Flying Fortress B17

US Army Air Forces WWII, 91st Bomb Group \'Memphis Belle\' style

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Manufacturer

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Aviation History

The B-17 Flying Fortress is regarded as one of the iconic heavy bombers of WWII, famed for its durability and pivotal role in daylight bombing campaigns over Europe.

Fleet Rarity

Only about 9 airworthy B-17s remain worldwide; dozens more in museums or under restoration.

Record Flights

Notable for long-range formation raids over Germany; some frames completed over 25 combat missions.

Safety & Events

Some B-17s (including \'Memphis Belle\') became famous for surviving numerous combat sorties; the type is legendary for returning home with severe battle damage.

Future Outlook

This aircraft appears to be museum-preserved (likely static display).

Specifications

Wright R-1820-97 Cyclone radial engines

Engine

31.62 m

Wingspan

22.78 m

Length

3,219 km

Range

293 km/h

Speed

10 crew (combat configuration)

Capacity

29,710 kg

MTOW

5.82 m

Height

Each engine 1,200 hp (895 kW)

Thrust

Not formally rated, but historically >100 dB at engine source

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