Aircraft Photo of 44-51228 / 451228 | Consolidated B-24M Liberator | USA - Air Force | AirHistory.net #355508
Aircraft
Registration / Serial:44-51228
Alternate Serial:451228
Military Code:39
Aircraft Original Type:Consolidated B-24 Liberator
Aircraft Generic Type:Consolidated B-24 Liberator
Aircraft Version:Consolidated B-24M Liberator
Licence-built by:Ford
C/n (msn):6083
Operator Titles:USA - Air Force
Location
City / Area:San Antonio / Lackland AFB [ Off-Airport ]Map
Region / Country:Texas, United States
Collection:USAF History and Traditions Museum
 
Photo Date:16 June 1973
Photo by:Bob Thomas
Photo ID: 355508
Photo Comment

This was the last B-24 on active service in the USAF, retiring in 1953. It was used for icing research. This aircraft is now on display at the American Air Museum, Duxford, England.

This photo is copyright © Bob Thomas, and may not be used or published in any way without permission.

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