I have seen the recent crash in Dallas Texas involving a B17 and a P63. No matter what was the cause it truly saddens me to see this happen. My deepest condolences to everyone involved.
Let's hope it never happens again. Not just for the sake of the people involved, but also due to the fact that there's only a handful of flyable B-17s left.
Years ago I was lucky enough to go inside her. We were at the Will County Fair grounds south of Chicago. It was a dream come true. She never looked better.
The bravery of the guys that fought in these things has always amazed me. My buddy’s grandfather who passed a few years ago flew 27 missions as a belly gunner. After 25 you could go home but he chose to stay and fight.
Guys, YaH The Heavenly FATHER HIMSELF was Who they Crucified for our sins, NOT jesus, and “HERE IS THE PROOF” From the Ancient Semitic Scroll: "Yad He Vav He" is what Moses wrote, when Moses asked YaH His Name (Exodus 3) Ancient Semitic Direct Translation Yad - "Behold The Hand" He - "Behold the Breath" Vav - "Behold The NAIL"
Bloody beautiful B17, Plus GREAT sound starting up and running. Well done guys to all that helped in restoring this old girl to glory again. Cheers Teddy
Guys, YaH The Heavenly FATHER HIMSELF was Who they Crucified for our sins, NOT jesus, and “HERE IS THE PROOF” From the Ancient Semitic Scroll: "Yad He Vav He" is what Moses wrote, when Moses asked YaH His Name (Exodus 3) Ancient Semitic Direct Translation Yad - "Behold The Hand" He - "Behold the Breath" Vav - "Behold The NAIL"
The casualty rate was appalling, but not sure where the U.S. would be without this aircraft . i've always thought that it was the most beautiful plane that I ever saw . my uncle flew in one in the war, and a neighbor did also, he had some very interesting stories . i've always wanted to fly in one, but in my 70's i'm running out of time . thanks for the video.
My great grandfather flew the B-17G in WW2. Unfortunately was shot down over Merseburg, Germany Nov 30,1944 on his 31st mission. Yes they were only required to fly 25 missions. Unfortunately they changed the number to 35 missions near the end of the war. He was the pilot 1st Lt. Arthur Merrill Olin Smith The tail number of his B-17G was #4338611. The plane’s name was Umbriago which is an Italian slang word for Drunkard. He and the engineer were not able to bail out. The other 7 men onboard were able to bail out and ended up being POW’s. RIP to all men and women who gave the ultimate sacrifice for our great nation!
Got to see this beautiful plane back in 1980, at McDowell airfield. She was still lacking the tail gun position then. The restoration done is magnificent.
@@nojunkwork5735 When I saw the plane it was in Tempe Arizona, but not sure if it still exists. Just tried to find it on Google maps, and didn't see it. I know the plane is based on Arizona.
I have always thought the B 17 Flying Fortress' were beautiful airplanes. They have such beautiful lines, and this one is gorgeous !!! Oh yeah, I never get tired of the sound of those four radials firing up.........
In a gathering of chief aeronautical engineers from Messerschmidt and ther other manufacturers with Reichsminister Göring, one of the luminaries joked about the B-17, calling it a "teakettle". By early 1944 the joke was on the krauts, as the "teakettles" were giving the Vaterland a strong dose of something stronger than tea.
I had the opportunity to see Sentimental Journey several years ago and was able to tour the interior of the aircraft. It looks so big outside but is pretty tight inside. It has little in the way of creature comforts, only what was necessary to do the job it was designed for. I also had the honor to talk with members of the crew who were Air Corps veterans to get an idea of what it was like during the war. These were brave men indeed and I have all the respect in the world for them.
Saw Sally B at an aerodrome in Shropshire in the 80s. When she turned to taxi to the runway the engine blast nearly blew the crowd over. Beautiful aircraft.
I stood behind on the left side of a B-17 at Falcon field when they started two engines so it could taxi. When they brought up the RPMs the backwash coming off the prop nearly knocked me over.
Such tight quarters and bet it was noisy during firing time at war...can only imagine the young men sweating and scared..hats off to the vets who performed funerals from this beauty
Awesome!!! I went inside one of those today and in the front gunner room I played a game called “the test of will” where you have to stay in the hot cabin for as long as possible before you pass out.
Boeing B-17G Flying Fortress Sentimental Journey . I saw this one at the air show in Hamilton back in 1993. Awesome , I am happy to see this beautiful aircraft still flying. Thank you I love the video. 😀👍❤
Very nice start up filming, steady and in right spot. Walk-thru was one of the best I've seen. I was in "909" (RIP) in 2015 so I know what you did was good.
It's very amazing B-17, absolutely beautiful, for my part, I am discovering the interior for the first time ... ( very thanks for you). You didn't have to be wide to move inside ! I'm really impressed !
It’s nice to see SJ start up. I waited all day at LAFB air show to see it fire up. The base started chasing us all out before we had a chance to witness it.
My Uncle Harry was a waist gunner on a B-17 during WWII. His plane was shot down near Paris in July 1943 on what I think was his 18 mission. He and one other crew member(out of the 10 crew) survived after parachuting out. They spent 6 weeks walking across occupied France, over the Pyrenees mountains into Spain, evading the SS and Gestapo the whole way. They were in civilian clothes so would have been tortured and killed if caught. My Uncle and buddy became members of the famous "Wing and Boot Club" because: They flew in and walked out. There were very, very few members of this exclusive "club". I may add that getting to Spain was no bargain as Spain was full of Gestapo agents. Uncle Harry and his mate eventually hooked up with a British SAS agent and rescued to England. He was returned to the states because he could not see action again. If captured he would be tortured and reveal escape routes and people in the French Resistance, etc. My Uncle Harry said the SAS men and French resistance fighters were the bravest people he ever met. Later when I was about 10 years old(1958) and we were hunting doves with shotguns, I asked my uncle how he learned to "wing shoot" birds so well. He replied simply, "When you have to shoot to save your life, you learn pretty quick, or die."
@Bool Hoo Да, это холодная история... и правдивая. У меня есть копии его рукописных "отчетов о результатах действий". Я нашел их несколько лет назад в рассекреченных файлах Военно-воздушной корпорации армии США в Вашингтоне, округ Колумбия. Он мало говорил о своих миссиях. Одна история была о налете, который они совершили на немецкий город, где его эскадрилья сбросила тысячи зажигательных бомб во время ночного налета. Он сказал, что это было похоже на "ад на земле". И я уверен, что это было сделано ради людей в городе
Какое бережное отношение к истории своей страны . спосибо за полезное видео 🎥👍☀️....с любовью из солнечной России и братской Белоруссии 🏖️⛄....лис ps. Ребята больше лайков 👍 пусть он будет топовым
Could you imagine way back in WWII when hundreds of these old girls (back then was YOUNG gils) starting up and heaps of them taking off on that 1000 plane bombing run. What a bloody real buzz that would have been.
I've seen S.J. for several decades at local air shows. They had a ball turret on display long ago so folks could get a look at it. Dad was a ball turret gunner over Europe. 8th AF. 487 bg, 839 bs. Based near Lavenham. He got confirmed damage to an ME262.
Thank you - fascinating! Just the sound of the big girl is stirring! Would like to actually see someone climb into the tail gunner position! Those dudes were as brave as!! But kinda envy them at the same time!🇦🇺✌🏻
The B-17 Flying Fortresses, were a great strength in the arial fight against our enemies in WWII. So powerful, strong and magnificent. Truly a force to be reckoned with. So thankful to Almighty God for the brave and courageous Airmen that helped fly them. This one is beautiful... That's flying history right there!
I used to hold the B17 in high regard. I think cold analysis undertaken by experts has taken the shine of its reputation as a great bomber just a bit. It did have its shortcomings ,speed , bomb load, weight, However the USAAF managed to work round the shortcomings to eventually grind the enemy resistance into the ground. It did the job as a strategic bomber. It flew all through the war.......
This plane is local to me. It’s great to hear the radial engines every Saturday morning flying over my house. The only thing better would be a P-38 lightning and those superchargers or the Merlin engine in a P-51 Mustang. 🎅
You can imagine during the war. How much of security must have ??? Protect these birds ?? Takes a long time lots of work to take it to the air ?? Combat ?? Just unreal
What a beautifully restored airplane...the sound of radials is music...imagine dozens at air bases in Europe on their way to destroy the enemies of the free world....this is s fine homage to their crews and ground personnel....
I took my father to an air show with my boys his eyes lit up he explained the hole plane to them ,he took them through the inside and out. For he was a mechanic during WW2 and said that was the best plane to work on
B-17 Fly over my Boat..at Sea ........Daytona Beach , Florida,.........What a Beauty,,,. My Dad was a WWII Sailor.. ..United States Navy, ....., 1943-1945,
Thanks for this...anytime I see a Fort, especially one as beautiful as this, makes me a happy camper...question : why are the bomb bay doors open? For cooling?Also, was there a .50 in the radio operators position? No access to the tail gunner's position? Amazing to see how much wood was used, I thought the ammo boxes would be metal...perhaps to keep the weight down...
I flew on a b17 about 20 years ago from whiting New Jersey at a show at Robert j Miller air port . At that time I think it was 300 or 400 hundred . I sat on the floor in the radio room . I'll never forget it . I think the plan crashed in up state New York.
$1200 today, one days processing in advance (Legal documents justn' case! clearance of form of payment, 30 minute emergency procedure class , rules in-flight ✈️, no smoking 🚭 no showing up tipsy 🥴and a handout of the layout and what Not to grab hold of and pull) Donate $100 and become a member of the commemorative air force, in the grade of Colonel... you will receive a very nice certificate stating that you were on the flight on this particular day and time and it will be signed the captain and first officer and your picture will be on the second page. The confederate Air Force depends 100% on donations and gifts from its members and the general public. The cost of just maintaining one big war bird to keep it in airworthy condition is enormous! I really should send a check I was a member for quite a while but let it get away.
So, is that the standard or correct starting order? #1 inside right, then #2 outside right, then, 3# inside left, then #4 outside left? I must have been a WWll pilot in another lifetime, because I get this powerful feeling when I see a B-17 or P-51. What a gorgeous plane, I know it's a B-17 G, with chin turret, cheek mounts with dorsal de-icing boot removed, which was common. A chorus-symphony of 36 cylinders all humming at take-off . "Death of the Ball-turret Gunner" by American poet Randall Jarrell, 1945 From my mother’s sleep I fell into the State, And I hunched in its belly till my wet fur froze. Six miles from earth, loosed from its dream of life, I woke to black flak and the nightmare fighters. When I died they washed me out of the turret with a hose.
I have seen the recent crash in Dallas Texas involving a B17 and a P63. No matter what was the cause it truly saddens me to see this happen. My deepest condolences to everyone involved.
How sad it is. We must move on. "And let us never repeat this. 🤦♀️🤷♀️🙏
Is it the same B17 featuring in this vid?
@@gabutman6144 The B-17 involved was Texas Raiders en.wikipedia.org/wiki/2022_Dallas_airshow_mid-air_collision
Let's hope it never happens again. Not just for the sake of the people involved, but also due to the fact that there's only a handful of flyable B-17s left.
❤😂🎉
Years ago I was lucky enough to go inside her. We were at the Will County Fair grounds south of Chicago. It was a dream come true. She never looked better.
The bravery of the guys that fought in these things has always amazed me. My buddy’s grandfather who passed a few years ago flew 27 missions as a belly gunner. After 25 you could go home but he chose to stay and fight.
Guys,
YaH The Heavenly FATHER HIMSELF was Who they Crucified for our sins, NOT jesus, and “HERE IS THE PROOF”
From the Ancient Semitic Scroll:
"Yad He Vav He" is what Moses wrote, when Moses asked YaH His Name (Exodus 3)
Ancient Semitic Direct Translation
Yad - "Behold The Hand"
He - "Behold the Breath"
Vav - "Behold The NAIL"
Bloody beautiful B17, Plus GREAT sound starting up and running. Well done guys to all that helped in restoring this old girl to glory again. Cheers Teddy
Guys,
YaH The Heavenly FATHER HIMSELF was Who they Crucified for our sins, NOT jesus, and “HERE IS THE PROOF”
From the Ancient Semitic Scroll:
"Yad He Vav He" is what Moses wrote, when Moses asked YaH His Name (Exodus 3)
Ancient Semitic Direct Translation
Yad - "Behold The Hand"
He - "Behold the Breath"
Vav - "Behold The NAIL"
Great video. Man those airman were crazy brave! Flying in a 2,400 horse power 1943 " mobile home".
The casualty rate was appalling, but not sure where the U.S. would be without this aircraft . i've always thought that it was the most beautiful plane that I ever saw . my uncle flew in one in the war, and a neighbor did also, he had some very interesting stories . i've always wanted to fly in one, but in my 70's i'm running out of time . thanks for the video.
My great grandfather flew the B-17G in WW2. Unfortunately was shot down over Merseburg, Germany Nov 30,1944 on his 31st mission. Yes they were only required to fly 25 missions. Unfortunately they changed the number to 35 missions near the end of the war. He was the pilot 1st Lt. Arthur Merrill Olin Smith The tail number of his B-17G was #4338611. The plane’s name was Umbriago which is an Italian slang word for Drunkard. He and the engineer were not able to bail out. The other 7 men onboard were able to bail out and ended up being POW’s. RIP to all men and women who gave the ultimate sacrifice for our great nation!
Got to see this beautiful plane back in 1980, at McDowell airfield. She was still lacking the tail gun position then. The restoration done is magnificent.
Where is Mcdowell airfield?
@@nojunkwork5735 When I saw the plane it was in Tempe Arizona, but not sure if it still exists. Just tried to find it on Google maps, and didn't see it. I know the plane is based on Arizona.
@@alancline2810 Falcon Field in Mesa which borders Mcdowell road.
@@nojunkwork5735 Thank you. Knew it was near McDowell road, but it's been a long time ago.
Brilliant silver duralumin...
Heavy engine sound...
The appearance of flying away is like a great eagle!
I have always thought the B 17 Flying Fortress' were beautiful airplanes. They have such beautiful lines, and this one is gorgeous !!! Oh yeah, I never get tired of the sound of those four radials firing up.........
I agree with you
In a gathering of chief aeronautical engineers from Messerschmidt and ther other manufacturers with Reichsminister Göring, one of the luminaries joked about the B-17, calling it a "teakettle". By early 1944 the joke was on the krauts, as the "teakettles" were giving the Vaterland a strong dose of something stronger than tea.
@@benjaminaltamiranomayorga302"9
She has a great history. Became a tanker, nuclear test drone, etc. Before these guys put her back together.
I also concur. B-17 and SR-71 are my two all time favorites
I had the opportunity to see Sentimental Journey several years ago and was able to tour the interior of the aircraft. It looks so big outside but is pretty tight inside. It has little in the way of creature comforts, only what was necessary to do the job it was designed for. I also had the honor to talk with members of the crew who were Air Corps veterans to get an idea of what it was like during the war. These were brave men indeed and I have all the respect in the world for them.
Fantastic video my friend 🛩👍🏼
Saw Sally B at an aerodrome in Shropshire in the 80s. When she turned to taxi to the runway the engine blast nearly blew the crowd over. Beautiful aircraft.
Beautiful ship. From a time when America was truly great.
I stood behind on the left side of a B-17 at Falcon field when they started two engines so it could taxi. When they brought up the RPMs the backwash coming off the prop nearly knocked me over.
Such tight quarters and bet it was noisy during firing time at war...can only imagine the young men sweating and scared..hats off to the vets who performed funerals from this beauty
This wonderful plane must no more fly, but stay in a museum for the eternity!!!
Awesome!!! I went inside one of those today and in the front gunner room I played a game called “the test of will” where you have to stay in the hot cabin for as long as possible before you pass out.
Boeing B-17G Flying Fortress Sentimental Journey . I saw this one at the air show in Hamilton back in 1993. Awesome , I am happy to see this beautiful aircraft still flying. Thank you I love the video. 😀👍❤
Beautiful, just beautiful.
Very nice start up filming, steady and in right spot. Walk-thru was one of the best I've seen. I was in "909" (RIP) in 2015 so I know what you did was good.
Красавец! И оператору спасибо: как будто сам побывал там, на лётном поле.
Классная машина,Когда снимали самолёт изнутри представляешь как экипаж вёл бой с Bf -109 и fw-190
@@Николантий Мой любимый фильм "Летающая крепость" (2012)
It's very amazing B-17, absolutely beautiful, for my part, I am discovering the interior for the first time ... ( very thanks for you). You didn't have to be wide to move inside ! I'm really impressed !
I worked on the engines of Sentimental Journey this year and she is a beautiful plane.
I remember back when she was a fire bomber for aero union. She looks a whole lot better now.
Such a gorgeous piece of history.
It’s nice to see SJ start up. I waited all day at LAFB air show to see it fire up. The base started chasing us all out before we had a chance to witness it.
My dad was a B-17 crewman in the Pacific island hoping. I am so proud of him.
Your father bombarded others,and you feel proud!!????!!...........
nah,,just kidding
@@apubiswas8294 Apu if he hadn’t done what he did you would be speaking japanese and you wouldn’t have the freedom to be stupid like you are.
I'm grateful for his service.
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You should be proud, right on.
B 17 is a masterpiece ❤❤
A perfect war machine, Wonderful finish. ten
Money well spent. Incredible experience.
I'll never get tired of seeing a B-17 start up. 😁
I believe they have the same engine as the Grumman albatross seaplane
what a dazzling beauty! especially here 6:55
Cheers from Canada!!
I got to fly in this one back in May of 2003. Magnificent experience!
Lucky so and so.
My Uncle Harry was a waist gunner on a B-17 during WWII. His plane was shot down near Paris in July 1943 on what I think was his 18 mission. He and one other crew member(out of the 10 crew) survived after parachuting out. They spent 6 weeks walking across occupied France, over the Pyrenees mountains into Spain, evading the SS and Gestapo the whole way. They were in civilian clothes so would have been tortured and killed if caught. My Uncle and buddy became members of the famous "Wing and Boot Club" because: They flew in and walked out. There were very, very few members of this exclusive "club". I may add that getting to Spain was no bargain as Spain was full of Gestapo agents. Uncle Harry and his mate eventually hooked up with a British SAS agent and rescued to England. He was returned to the states because he could not see action again. If captured he would be tortured and reveal escape routes and people in the French Resistance, etc. My Uncle Harry said the SAS men and French resistance fighters were the bravest people he ever met. Later when I was about 10 years old(1958) and we were hunting doves with shotguns, I asked my uncle how he learned to "wing shoot" birds so well. He replied simply, "When you have to shoot to save your life, you learn pretty quick, or die."
Крутая история.
@Bool Hoo Да, это холодная история... и правдивая. У меня есть копии его рукописных "отчетов о результатах действий". Я нашел их несколько лет назад в рассекреченных файлах Военно-воздушной корпорации армии США в Вашингтоне, округ Колумбия. Он мало говорил о своих миссиях. Одна история была о налете, который они совершили на немецкий город, где его эскадрилья сбросила тысячи зажигательных бомб во время ночного налета. Он сказал, что это было похоже на "ад на земле". И я уверен, что это было сделано ради людей в городе
Awesome, gives me chills!
My Father was a belly gunner in one, flying in the Burlin Air Lifts. He was a 6'2" kid out of Bluejacket, Okla.
"Летающая крепость" - красивая "машина".👍👍👍
Stunning. Beautiful.
Какое бережное отношение к истории своей страны . спосибо за полезное видео 🎥👍☀️....с любовью из солнечной России и братской Белоруссии 🏖️⛄....лис ps. Ребята больше лайков 👍 пусть он будет топовым
Realy fantastic just love it
Well done. Beautifully preserved.
I used to live in far east Mesa, not too far from Falcon Field where Sentimental Journey is based. There was NO mistaking when she flew over!
Could you imagine way back in WWII when hundreds of these old girls (back then was YOUNG gils) starting up and heaps of them taking off on that 1000 plane bombing run. What a bloody real buzz that would have been.
That's one impressive flying machine 👍 COOL 😎
My dad flew one of these heavy birds as a Captain in the air over Japan. And he and crew always came home.
Beautifull, please take good care of this jewel of naval engineering.
Great sound B17. 🇺🇲 Two great warbirds. But their is nothing like the lanc Merlin Engine. 💪💪🇬🇧
These were one of a kind beautiful aircraft
Ideal plane for a long adventure
The B 57 flying fotress looks and sounds impressive. The sound of victory. Thanks to our WW2 veterans!
The B-57 was a twin engine tactical bomber and reconnaissance aircraft that entered service with the Air Force in the 1950's.
Did you mean to say B-17?
Just my opinion, but I believe this to be the most beautiful warbird ever built. God Bless all our Heroes that fought for freedom in WWII.
I remember my time as a gunner in this beauty ...cant remember which game.
I ❤ watching 12 o clock High and these Planes 😊
It sure Takes a lot to Turn those Engines ❤ the Styling.
Beautiful plane!
I grew up playing with the radios from these things, got to sit in FiFi a few decades ago. Dona Nobis Pacem
Prettiest plane ever made, I think.
I've seen S.J. for several decades at local air shows. They had a ball turret on display long ago so folks could get a look at it. Dad was a ball turret gunner over Europe. 8th AF. 487 bg, 839 bs. Based near Lavenham. He got confirmed damage to an ME262.
Bullshit he did.
You could ask the waist gunner who verified left engine damage from seeing tracers into it and resulting smoke. I'm real sorry for people like you.
Beautiful plane.
Thank you - fascinating! Just the sound of the big girl is stirring!
Would like to actually see someone climb into the tail gunner position!
Those dudes were as brave as!! But kinda envy them at the same time!🇦🇺✌🏻
only 300 views? It seems the youtube algorithm has yet to come upon this gem.
Present views 3.2 lakh
The B-17 Flying Fortresses, were a great strength in the arial fight against our enemies in WWII. So powerful, strong and magnificent. Truly a force to be reckoned with. So thankful to Almighty God for the brave and courageous Airmen that helped fly them. This one is beautiful...
That's flying history right there!
Great plane and high tech for its day
I used to hold the B17 in high regard. I think cold analysis undertaken by experts has taken the shine of its reputation as a great bomber just a bit. It did have its shortcomings ,speed , bomb load, weight, However the USAAF managed to work round the shortcomings to eventually grind the enemy resistance into the ground. It did the job as a strategic bomber. It flew all through the war.......
de très beaux avions ,on en fera plus jamais d'aussi merveilleux, merci a ceux qui en prennent soins, bravo les gars.
A beautiful sky fortress👍👍👍
Beautiful plane. 💞
I live near Falcon Field where this bird is kept, I’ve gotten to walk around it and go through it a few times. Really a special and beautiful plane.
All that wonderful cam overlap.
Look How Sleek This Plane Looks ❤ It 😊
I am very keen to watch that cowboy show but my mobile phone failed to continue. Thank You. Goodnight.
Amazing noices of engines!
This plane is local to me. It’s great to hear the radial engines every Saturday morning flying over my house. The only thing better would be a P-38 lightning and those superchargers or the Merlin engine in a P-51 Mustang. 🎅
Nice! Where is that plane?
@@Area51Motorcycles Mesa, Arizona. Falcon Field.
Gordon, if you look closely you will notice that the engines on this bird are not radials.
@@petehayes4801 I had to look to make sure. From Wikipedia they are “Wright R-1820 Cyclone” radial engines. Hearing 4 of them is truly a treat.
My bad Gordon. Thanks for the correction. Clear skies!
This video is classic indeed
You can imagine during the war. How much of security must have ??? Protect these birds ?? Takes a long time lots of work to take it to the air ?? Combat ?? Just unreal
What a beautifully restored airplane...the sound of radials is music...imagine dozens at air bases in Europe on their way to destroy the enemies of the free world....this is s fine homage to their crews and ground personnel....
I took my father to an air show with my boys his eyes lit up he explained the hole plane to them ,he took them through the inside and out. For he was a mechanic during WW2 and said that was the best plane to work on
Carlo Ochoa. Bless you. Just keep practicing.
Always wondered why all four engines don't start together ! This method means that the first engines to fire up will wear out first !
Magnifique les moteurs qui démarrent les uns après les autres... Quelle musique
अपराधी दो नंबर हो3🥶🥶🥶🥵🥵🥵 जम्मू बॉर्डर तक बालाजी की हरी बत्ती 🛸
Un verdadero espectáculo..👍👍👌
He os very kilt very very. Thank you
Thankyou so much that was awesome
My Dad flew these in the China Burma India theater in WWII. He came home with severe PTSD.
B-17 Fly over my Boat..at Sea ........Daytona Beach , Florida,.........What a Beauty,,,. My Dad was a WWII Sailor.. ..United States Navy, ....., 1943-1945,
Beautifull! From France
Beautiful
I like the voice of this plane
この機体はチン・ターレットが付いてる、尾部銃座の風防が大きく、後部銃座が違い、でG型とわかります。
B17は大きな尾輪収納ケースのせいで、尾部銃手だけが前部とスルー出来なかったそうですね。（12:40～）
映画「メンフィス・ベル」では難なく移動してますが。
Thanks for this...anytime I see a Fort, especially one as beautiful as this, makes me a happy camper...question : why are the bomb bay doors open? For cooling?Also, was there a .50 in the radio operators position? No access to the tail gunner's position? Amazing to see how much wood was used, I thought the ammo boxes would be metal...perhaps to keep the weight down...
Radio opératoire in the 50s yes for sure ^^
Wood was plenty available, metal limited and only used when needed.
Bomb doors probably need hydraulic pressure to keep them up?
@@casparberends2719 They latch in position. Probably open for air circulation.
Amazing to know thoses airplanes are 100% mécanic , just the thing of synchronise the 4 engines ...
Attention! Salute!!✌✌✌
I flew on a b17 about 20 years ago from whiting New Jersey at a show at Robert j Miller air port . At that time I think it was 300 or 400 hundred . I sat on the floor in the radio room . I'll never forget it . I think the plan crashed in up state New York.
$1200 today, one days processing in advance (Legal documents justn' case! clearance of form of payment, 30 minute emergency procedure class , rules in-flight ✈️, no smoking 🚭 no showing up tipsy 🥴and a handout of the layout and what Not to grab hold of and pull) Donate $100 and become a member of the commemorative air force, in the grade of Colonel... you will receive a very nice certificate stating that you were on the flight on this particular day and time and it will be signed the captain and first officer and your picture will be on the second page. The confederate Air Force depends 100% on donations and gifts from its members and the general public. The cost of just maintaining one big war bird to keep it in airworthy condition is enormous! I really should send a check I was a member for quite a while but let it get away.
very cool..my dad was on one of these in WW2...Rosie Riveteers was the planes name....
So, is that the standard or correct starting order? #1 inside right, then #2 outside right, then, 3# inside left, then #4 outside left? I must have been a WWll pilot in another lifetime, because I get this powerful feeling when I see a B-17 or P-51. What a gorgeous plane, I know it's a B-17 G, with chin turret, cheek mounts with dorsal de-icing boot removed, which was common. A chorus-symphony of 36 cylinders all humming at take-off
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"Death of the Ball-turret Gunner" by American poet Randall Jarrell, 1945
From my mother’s sleep I fell into the State,
And I hunched in its belly till my wet fur froze.
Six miles from earth, loosed from its dream of life,
I woke to black flak and the nightmare fighters.
When I died they washed me out of the turret with a hose.
My Dad was an aerial photographer during WWII. He laid on his stomach in the glass
nose of the plane>
Thıs is legendary big man
My brother was a piolet during the big war and he told us about flying them.
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😊 FLEW IN ONE OF THEM WHEN IN USAF THEY FLY THEM LIKE FIGHTERS KISSED THE GROUND WHEN LANDED