This manual offers a unique perspective on what it takes to restore and operate a B-17 Flying Fortress, as well as a wonderful insight into the engineering and construction of this remarkable airplane. The B-17 is one of the most famous airplanes ever built. Although Boeing's B-17 prototype first flew on July 28, 1935, only a relative handful of B-17s were in the Army Air Corps inventory when America's war started on December 7, 1941. But production quickly accelerated, peaking at 16 airplanes a day in April 1944, before ending in May 1945 with a total of 12,726 aircraft delivered. The B-17 served in every World War II combat zone but is best known for daylight strategic bombing of German industrial targets. B-17s from the Eighth Air Force participated in countless missions from bases in England. These missions often lasted for more than eight hours and struck at targets deep within enemy territory. Because of their long-range capability, formations of Flying Fortresses often flew into battle without fighter escort, relying on their own defensive capabilities. G model Fortresses carrying thirteen .50-cal. machine guns and tight formation flying made famous by the motion picture "12 O'Clock High" ensured successful missions.
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"This is a nicely written title with great photography that will interest aviation enthusiasts as well as modelers who are looking for some good views in and around the Flying Fortress airframe. Definitely recommended!"
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"This is not an owner's manual, it's a fan's manual. It's a loving detailed look at one of the most famous airplanes of World War II in great detail, with some 250 photos, most in color, and drawings with inside looks at some of those still flying."
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Graeme Douglas has almost 30 years experience working on the B-17. He is a part-time volunteer at the Imperial War Museum working on the B-17 "Mary Alice." In the early 1990s, Graeme become responsible for the continued restoration of the project and oversaw the procurement, restoration, and fitting of an upper gun turret in the aircraft. He works as a training consultant and writes technical and training manuals. --This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title.
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5 of 5 people found the following review helpful
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With so many published books and articles on the B-17 , it is easy to overlook a new one. However I think this one is different as it explains and shows very well all the details of the aircraft in a way I do not remember having seen (unless you have a T.O.). On the other hand it mixes this type of information with fascinating details of the receonstruction type of work.
All in all a very interesting book for those with a penchant for the mechanical things.
All in all a very interesting book for those with a penchant for the mechanical things.
4 of 4 people found the following review helpful
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Have had this book for a couple of days now and have found it absolutely fascinating.
Very easy to read and follow, with a great selection of photographs that I have not seen before,
many by the author documenting the restoration work. This is my third Haynes manual and I must applaud this growing series of books.
What a shame it was left to the French 'Pink Lady' crew and owners to help out with the making of this book when we have a flying B-17 in the UK.
Otherwise, a very welcome addition to the Haynes series.
Very easy to read and follow, with a great selection of photographs that I have not seen before,
many by the author documenting the restoration work. This is my third Haynes manual and I must applaud this growing series of books.
What a shame it was left to the French 'Pink Lady' crew and owners to help out with the making of this book when we have a flying B-17 in the UK.
Otherwise, a very welcome addition to the Haynes series.
2 of 2 people found the following review helpful
By phil
Format:Hardcover
This book is a very interesting look at this aircraft the detail is out of this world, when you look at this aircraft in detail you wonder at all the vast detail that goes into making an aircraft like this a very interesting book pity I can't afford a B17
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Great book for the aviation enthusiast.
Bought this for my father in law who remembers B-17's flying through the valley of Chesham when he was a boy. Read more
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B-17 Flying Fortress Manual
Bought as a present for a dedicated fan and a member of the B-17 Flying Fortress Society. I know the person will be delighted with this great insight into this amazing aeroplane.
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