Boeing B-17

The Boeing B-17 Flying Fortress is a famous American heavy military bomber used during World War II, primarily for strategic bombing. It features four engines, enabling long-range flights with substantial bomb loads. Known for its durability, it could sustain significant damage and still return home. The B-17 often operated in formations to protect against fighters and was equipped with multiple defensive machine guns. Its design allowed for high-altitude bombing missions and it played a crucial role in weakening enemy industrial and military targets, symbolizing American air power during the war.