Rare WWII-era Consolidated B-24 Liberator 'Flak-Bait' under restoration, showing iconic nose art and battle-worn fuselage.
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Spotter's notes
Definitely a highlight of our trip to the National Air and Space Museum, was “Flak Bait” B-26 under preservation (not restoration) it was jaw dropping moment, when you see it for the first time, and understand the significance, that this aircraft was literally put into a crate and shipped to the US after the war. It is the most historically accurate WW2 aircraft, down to the cigarette butts, spent ammo casing, and dirt from it’s crews shoes.
Aircraft identity
ICAO Type
B-26
Model
B-26 Marauder
Manufacturer
Martin
Livery
World War II USAAF nose art 'FLAK-BAIT’
Military
Military
Technicals
Thrust
895 kW (1,200 hp) per engine
Wingspan
33.5 m
Length
20.6 m
Height
5.5 m
MTOW
29,500 kg
Range
3,400 km
Capacity
10 crew
Cruise Speed
346 km/h
Noise Rating
N/A (pre-ICAO noise standards)
Location
Airport Code
IAD/KIAD
Airport Name
Washington Dulles International Airport