The Boeing B-17 ‘Flying Fortress’ boasts a remarkable legacy, as both a strategic weapon and an enduring symbol of American air power during the Second World War. Designed as a large, multi-engine bomber with substantial defensive armament, the B-17 was introduced in 1938. First used in combat with the RAF in 1941, carrying out bombing raids in France, its poor performance suggested that improved defences and greater bombing accuracy were needed. Later variants like the B-17G were more effective

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You wanted more, so here is PART 2! If you missed Part 1, check it out here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=umQltTMsjoE&t=12s What made the B-17 such a capable and defensive bomber in WWII? Join Phil Steffes and Buddy Cooksey on a detailed tour of the Boeing B-17 Flying Fortress in its design, development, and most important features. Buddy Cooksey has been with this aircraft for more than 35 years and with The Commemorative Airforce even longer. We'll explore both the interior and exterior of