num_pages: 80
description: The B-17 Flying Fortress dropped more bombs than any other US aircraft in WWII and is arguably the iconic bomber of that epic conflict. During the 10 years in which it was produced a total of 12731 of the B-17 heavy bombers rolled off the assembly lines of Boeing Douglas Aircraft and Lockheeds subsidiary Vega. First flown in 1935 the aircraft was repeatedly modified upgraded and perfected in response to combat experience. Also highlights the roles played by individual aircraft and their crews including Memphis Belle which completed 25 missions over enemy territory; Stage Door Canteen christened by Winston Churchills daughter; and All American which demonstrated the incredible toughness of the Flying Fortress by returning safely to base despite having its tail nearly sheared off by a Messerschmitt.
language: English
title: B-17 Flying Fortress in Action
publisher: Squadron/Signal Publications