Boeing B-17F Memphis Belle

I believe that, when the Museum has completed this restoration, the Belle will be in better condition than when she cam off the assembly line.

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Boeing B-17F
Top Turret

The top turret is mounted in the rear of the pilot's compartment. This one is a Sperry power operated, direct sighted twin .50 caliber gun installation. Ammunition boxes for 500 rounds per gun were attached to the turret.

 

 
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