Almost 13,000 B-17 bombers were built during World War II, but only 13 remain in flight today.
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Almost 13,000 B-17 bombers were built during World War II, but only 13 remain in flight today.
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Men who flew B-17 bombers during World War II share their stories in B-17 Flying Legend. The film traces the aircraft's history, from its early designs to its role in the war. It discusses the challenges of maintaining the remaining B-17s, with only 13 still operational out of nearly 13,000 built. The documentary emphasizes the need for awareness to preserve these planes, which serve as flying museums. Without support, future generations may only see B-17s in static displays.
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Why Watch
- Meet the brave men behind the B-17 bombers.
- Find out why only 13 B-17s still fly today.
- See the efforts to preserve these flying museums.
Did You Know
- Almost 13,000 B-17s were built during World War II.
- Only 13 B-17s are still flying as of sixty years after the war.
- The documentary was released in 2007 and runs for 53 minutes.
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How many B-17s were built during World War II?
Almost 13,000 B-17s were built during the war.
How many B-17s are still flying today?
Sixty years after the war, only 13 B-17s still fly.
What is the duration of the documentary B-17 Flying Legend?
The documentary has a duration of 53 minutes.
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