2021年7月21日 · Located aft of the cockpit, the bomb bay was a narrow, cramped space for accessing the rear of the aircraft. It helped to be small in stature to navigate these tight quarters.

Interior of the Airplane. Between the nose section and the bomb bay is the flight deck, or pilot's compartment. This elevated enclosure contains the pilot's and copilot's stations with all the …

2019年9月18日 · The sides of the compartment are unpainted aluminum, but the rear bulkhead is covered with Olive Drab or Dark Green canvas, part of the acoustical batting to help reduce noise in the cockpit. TSGT Robert Siavage poses in the Radio Compartment of his 306 Bomb Group B-17F. His .50 caliber gun is stowed overhead.

Described by General H. H. Hap Arnold, as the backbone of our worldwide aerial offensive, the B-17 Flying Fortress served in every World War II combat zone. Boeing, Douglas, and Lockheed Vega produced 12,731 B-17s at plants across the country, and the four-engine bombers became legendary for their ability to stay in the air after taking brutal ...

2023年12月13日 · Ever wondered what it would be like inside the cockpit of a B-17? In this video, Military Aviation History walks us through one of the five B-17s that are still actively flying today – the B-17G Flying Fortress “Sentimental Journey.”

The B-17 Flying Fortress is a symbol of American airpower during World War 2. Jump inside with me to discover the amazing features of this aircraft and exper...

2019年9月24日 · Turning back towards the front of the plane and stepping up, you will find yourself in the cockpit. This elevated position gives the pilot and co-pilot the vantage point they need to fly the...

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2020年1月4日 · Media in category "Interiors of Boeing B-17" The following 23 files are in this category, out of 23 total.