#B-17
How Many B‑17 Flying Fortresses Were Built?
With over 12,000 Boeing B-17s produced, the Flying Fortress is the most produced Boeing bomber and the second most produ...
How Many B-17 Flying Fortresses Are Left?
Find out how many of the legendary WW2 bombers are still in one piece.
History: The Impact Of US B-17 Flying Fortresses In The WWII European Air War
An iconic symbol of American airpower, the B-17 was arguably the most impactful bomber in Western Europe during WWII.
What Were The Key Differences Between The USAAF B-17 Flying Fortress & B-24 Liberator?
The B-17 and B-24 were the US's most produced aircraft of WWII, each enjoying certain advantages over the other.
The 5 Most Iconic Aircraft Liveries in US Military History
Aircraft liveries leave lasting impressions in the military as well as on commercial airliners.
Bravery In The Skies: Clark Gable's Service As A WWII Boeing B-17 Gunner
With a deep sense of duty and desire to serve during World War Two, Clark Gable left the comforts of Hollywood and joine...
Everything You Need To Know About The 'Flying Fortress' B-17 Bomber
The powerful heavy bomber can carry more than 17,000 lbs of armament
Australia's Worst Air Disaster: The Baker’s Creek Crash Of A US Army Boeing B-17C Flying Fortress
The Bakers Creek Air Crash was a tragedy for America and Australia alike. Simple Flying recently attended a memorial ser...
WW2 US Military Planes: The Roles Of The Most Iconic Aircraft
The United States of America was blessed with multiple iconic aircraft during WWII. What were their specific individual ...
What WW2 Planes Had 4 Engines?
4-engines were mainly the purview of strategic bombers during WWII. The Allied examples were more famous, but the Axis a...
How Difficult Is It To Restore A WWII Plane?
Quite difficult, but ultimately rewarding: Simple Flying gets some firsthand perspectives on these worthwhile projects.
5 Fast Facts About The Consolidated B-24 Liberator Heavy Bomber
The most-produced American military aircraft in history wasn't devoid of flaws in design.
5 Things That Made The B-17 Bomber An Incredible Aircraft
The aircraft had an impressive array of features.
What's The Latest With The Grounding Of The Boeing B-17 Flying Fortress?
The FAA released an airworthiness directive grounding the plane in May this year.
How Many Boeing B-17 Flying Fortress Aircraft Are Still Operational?
Over 12,000 examples of this important bomber were delivered during the Second World War, but just six remain flying tod...
Battle Of The Bombers: The B-24 Liberator Vs The B-17 Flying Fortress
Two of the most notable aircraft in the World War II era.
A Brief History Of The Boeing B-17 Flying Fortress
One of the world's most famous heavy bombers.
Why Was The Boeing B-17 Known As The Flying Fortress?
Why did the B-17 have such a formidable nickname?
Europe's Last Boeing B-17 'Flying Fortress' Is Set To Fly Again
Europe's final heavy bomber is again airworthy.
B-17 Flying Fortress & Bell P-63 Kingcobra Collide At Wings Over Dallas Airshow
The cause of the crash has yet to be determined.