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Flying B-17?

Posted: 26 May 2014, 15:35
by J0hn
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 ;)

Re: Flying B-17?

Posted: 26 May 2014, 15:45
by Garry Russell
Nice sighting John B)smk

Sally B is still UK based I think *-)

Re: Flying B-17?

Posted: 26 May 2014, 16:02
by DaveG
Yep, that'll be Sally B alright.

Re: Flying B-17?

Posted: 26 May 2014, 18:17
by J0hn
Thanks for the info - interesting, that site :thumbsup:

Here are the C-47s:

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It's a good spot here! B-)