Flying B-17?

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J0hn
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Flying B-17?

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Do we have a flying B-17 left in the UK?

About 20 minutes ago, something looking very much like one, flew over my house. I wasn't out quick enough to see it from the front, just from the rear as it flew away at about 250ft off the deck. Might be on its way to Duxford - two C-47s came over together last week.

I did get a picture, but I doubt it will tell us much.

Okay - I just got a look at the pic on the large screen and I'd say it's almost definitely a Flying Fortress:

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First time I've ever seen one flying - doesn't sound as good as the Lanc, mind ;)

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Re: Flying B-17?

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Nice sighting John B)smk

Sally B is still UK based I think *-)
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Re: Flying B-17?

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Yep, that'll be Sally B alright.
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Re: Flying B-17?

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Thanks for the info - interesting, that site :thumbsup:

Here are the C-47s:

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It's a good spot here! B-)

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