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story • 4 minsThe flying fortress
The B-17 Flying Fortress, a rugged American bomber, played a crucial role in World War II, conducting strategic bombing raids and becoming an icon of Allied air power.
story • 4 minsAce in a day
Major George Preddy, the top-scoring P-51 Mustang ace of WWII, achieved 27 aerial victories. One of only 38 USAAF pilots to become "ace in a day," he shot down six Me-109s in a single mission over Hamburg in 1944.
story • 4 minsWhistling death
The F4U Corsair: A gull winged marvel that dominated the skies. From troubled beginnings to legendary status, this WWII fighter's journey is a tale of innovation, courage, and aerial supremacy that changed history.
story • 4 minsFighter pilot
Robin Olds was a legendary American fighter pilot and Air Force general. A triple ace with 17 aerial victories in World War II and Vietnam, he flew P-38s, P-51s, and F-4s.
story • 2 minsLightning fast
The Lockheed P-38 Lightning, powered by Allison V-1710 engines, was a versatile World War II fighter. Notably downing Admiral Yamamoto’s plane, it served in various roles.
story • 2 minsThe p-47 powerhouse
Explore the Republic P-47 Thunderbolt, a powerhouse of World War II, renowned for its durability and firepower.
STORY • 2 minsOur little friends
The Boeing B-17 Flying Fortress is an American four-engined heavy bomber developed in the 1930s.
STORY • 2 minsDevastating beauty
The P51D Mustang combines the raw power of the Rolls Royce Merlin with muscular elegance of a fighter, being the first aircraft to feature a laminar wing.
story • 2 minsA fighter is born
The P51 Mustang was designed and developed in an astonishing 102 days
