The Boeing B-17 Flying Fortress is probably the most iconic of all Allied bombers of WWII. Aptly named, the Flying Fortress was known to absorb tremendous battle damage and still be able to limp home […]
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SUNSET BUFF
This is the Collings Foundation’s B-24J Liberator. It was photographed at sunset at the Deer Valley Airport in Phoenix during a static display there. This B-24J is the only restored and flying example in existence. […]
P-51C BETTY JANE!
The North American P-51 Mustang. To anyone who is an aviation enthusiast, nothing more really needs to be said. If you’re not familiar with the P-51, here’s a few talking points. Some say the Mustang […]
BEECH 18 SUNSET
The Beechcraft Model 18, also known as the “Twin Beech” was used primarily in military service before, during, and after WWII. In addition to its military service and carrying passengers the aircraft’s uses have included […]
FALCON DC-3
The Douglas DC-3 is an iconic aviation workhorse from the WWII era that any aviation enthusiast should recognize. The DC-3’s impressive resume includes use in the early years of the aviation industry as an airliner, […]