UPL 32835
IMAGE"Approaching the target, the bomb-bay doors are opened electrically. The bombardier is over his sight. He and the pilot are guiding the big plane on the "bomb run." This is the crucial point of a bombing mission. This plane, the Boeing B-17 Flying 'Bomb Boogie' is attached to the 91st BG Europe." B-17F 42-5763 LL-F 'Bomb Boogie' 401BS, 91BG, 8AF.
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Units
- Unit Hierarchy: Squadron
- Air Force: Eighth Air Force
- Type Category: Bombardment
- Unit Hierarchy: Group
- Air Force: Eighth Air Force
- Type Category: Bombardment
Aircraft
- Aircraft Type: B-17 Flying Fortress
- Nicknames: Bomb Boogie
- Unit: 91st Bomb Group 401st Bomb Squadron