| Aircraft | |
|---|---|
| Registration / Serial: | 5402 |
| Aircraft Original Type: | Boeing B-17 Flying Fortress (299) |
| Aircraft Generic Type: | Boeing B-17 Flying Fortress |
| Aircraft Version: | Boeing SB-17G Flying Fortress |
| C/n (msn): | 17-8492 |
| Operator Titles: | Brazil - Air Force |
| Unit Markings: | 1°/6° GAv |
| Location | |
|---|---|
| City / Airport: | Recife - GuararapesMap |
| Country: | Brazil |
| Airport Codes: | ICAO: SBRF IATA: REC Local: - Other: - |
| Photo Date: | 9 November 2023 |
| Photo by: | Tim Spearman |
| Photo ID: | 624791 |
| Photo Comment |
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Ex 44-85583, Built as B-17G, modified to SB-17G at Tulsa OK. in 1951 and initially operated in Brazil by the Joint Brasilian-United States Military Commission (JBUSMC). Transferred to Brazil via MAP in 1953 and operated by 1°/6° GAv from Recife. Withdrawn in 1968 and displayed since 1973. This photo is copyright © Tim Spearman, and may not be used or published in any way without permission. It was added on 28 November 2023, and has since been viewed 117 times. |