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How Many B‑17 Flying Fortresses Were Built?

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  • August 4, 2025
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With over 12,000 Boeing B-17s produced, the Flying Fortress is the most produced Boeing bomber and the second most produced bomber of WWII.

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How Many B‑17 Flying Fortresses Were Built?

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  • August 4, 2025
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With over 12,000 Boeing B-17s produced, the Flying Fortress is the most produced Boeing bomber and the second most produced bomber of WWII.

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History: The Impact Of US B-17 Flying Fortresses In The WWII European Air War

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  • September 29, 2024
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An iconic symbol of American airpower, the B-17 was arguably the most impactful bomber in Western Europe during WWII.

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What Were The Key Differences Between The USAAF B-17 Flying Fortress & B-24 Liberator?

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  • September 4, 2024
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The B-17 and B-24 were the US’s most produced aircraft of WWII, each enjoying certain advantages over the other.

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The 5 Most Iconic Aircraft Liveries in US Military History

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  • August 15, 2024
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Aircraft liveries leave lasting impressions in the military as well as on commercial airliners.

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Everything You Need To Know About The ‘Flying Fortress’ B-17 Bomber

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  • August 3, 2024
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The powerful heavy bomber can carry more than 17,000 lbs of armament

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Australia’s Worst Air Disaster: The Bakers Creek Crash Of A US Army Boeing B-17C Flying Fortress

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  • July 18, 2024
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The Bakers Creek Air Crash was a tragedy for America and Australia alike. Simple Flying recently attended a memorial service commemorating the event.

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WW2 US Military Planes: The Roles Of The Most Iconic Aircraft

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  • July 6, 2024
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The United States of America was blessed with multiple iconic aircraft during WWII. What were their specific individual roles?

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What WW2 Planes Had 4 Engines?

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  • June 21, 2024
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4-engines were mainly the purview of strategic bombers during WWII. The Allied examples were more famous, but the Axis also made their fair share.

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How Difficult Is It To Restore A WWII Plane?

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  • May 21, 2024
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Quite difficult, but ultimately rewarding: Simple Flying gets some firsthand perspectives on these worthwhile projects.

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