The Boeing B-17 ‘Flying Fortress’ boasts a remarkable legacy, as both a strategic weapon and an enduring symbol of American air power during the Second World War. Designed as a large, multi-engine bomber with substantial defensive armament, the B-17 was introduced in 1938. First used in combat with the RAF in 1941, carrying out bombing raids in France, its poor performance suggested that improved defences and greater bombing accuracy were needed. Later variants like the B-17G were more effective

434K views · 10K reactions | Are you a fan of the legendary Boeing B-17 Flying Fortress? You are in luck! EAA's "Flying the B-17: The Triumph of the Flying Fortress" DVD is now available in a digital format. You can purchase the 22-minute video here: https://vimeo.com/ondemand/flytheb17 | EAA - The Spirit of Aviation | Facebook

9.9K views · 489 reactions | Great to see Bally's Bomber still coming to EAA - The Spirit of Aviation AirVenture! In case you haven't seen it before it's a 1/3 B-17 Flying Fortress that is flown with a pilot on board! | AirshowStuff | Facebook

80K views · 2.7K reactions | After the carnage of WWI, the U.S. Army Air Corps saw the need for a new type of plane with the range, altitude and speed to effectively bomb its targets. Boeing soon obliged with the powerful B-17. Memphis Belle in Color | Smithsonian Channel Aviation Nation | Facebook

2.7M views · 35K reactions | We were very saddened to learn of the passing of Jack Bally, EAA 348338, earlier this week. Jack's one-third scale B-17 was the talk of #OSH18 and is one of the more memorable projects we've seen in a long time. Here's the video we produced a few years ago on Bally's Bomber. Our deepest condolences go out to Jack's family and friends. | EAA - The Spirit of Aviation | Facebook