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Spotter's notes
The two sides of this B-17 are different.
Aircraft identity
ICAO Type
B17
Model
B-17 Flying Fortress
Manufacturer
Boeing
Livery
WWII-era U.S. Army Air Forces with classic nose art
Military
Military
Technicals
Engine
Wright R-1820-97 Cyclone radial engines
Thrust
895 kW (1,200 hp) each (typical for model)
Wingspan
31.62 meters
Length
22.66 meters
Height
5.82 meters
MTOW
29,710 kilograms
Range
3,219 kilometers
Capacity
10 (crew)
Cruise Speed
293 km/h
Noise Rating
N/A (Pre-standardization, likely >100 dB)
Location
Airport Code
EGSU
Airport Name
Duxford Aerodrome