Preparing Our 20 Foot B-17 For Battle 🔥

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Now that we’ve gotten to see our monster be 17 take flight, it’s time to bring history to life with an amazing paint job. This week we put paint, more paint, and then even more paint our 20 foot creation. Thanks to our good friends from the community and in life, this B-17 is it going to celebrate the history of dear community members grandfather. The aircraft will be a replica of bomboogie which flew over 99 missions. As the paint job gets finished up, we take on a new challenge to make the Turrets, In smoke systems work seamlessly off of a joystick in Arduino board. Finally we put our aircraft into the air for one last time for an amazing flight at flite fest 2022. Every flight is a challenge and every flight is a huge reward as we get closer to our final video with laser tag, combat, and of course tons of special effects.
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[@Specter0420]

You should use both smoke bombs. Gray smoke simulates lesser damage, like a radiator leak or fuel leak. So make it go first. Black smoke simulates fire and more serious damage, so it goes last.

[@kevelliott]

I thought so too

[@rentonthurston817]

Well they said I should be reusable, so next time hopefully they can do more smoke.

[@bawbup7763]

Also have to consider the amount of weight that it would add it would be another 4 smoke bombs might be too much

[@gaminghedgehog6364]

Agreed

[@rentonthurston817]

@@bawbup7763 they did say the props are underpowered for the aircraft so they could get more power with larger props.

[@ChrizRockster]

Because of the speed it is flying at - this is one of the most realistic B-17 models I've seen! It looks perfect in the air.

[@blueskys6265]

Very scale speeds for sure

[@Next0mancer]

they sped the footage up lol, irl it was quite slow

[@Next0mancer]

@@blueskys6265 the footage is sped up lol

[@starcobra2575]

@@Next0mancer No it isnt, there is no speed boost (which there should be if it is sped up) Since it isnt sped up in the beginning because the crowd is reacting normally.

[@starcobra2575]

@@Next0mancer It also wouldnt be able to fly much slower.

[@stuartthurstan]

The plane is really good, but that paint job is absolutely epic. Lifts the whole model up another notch.

[@apersunthathasaridiculousl1890]

“well technically paint makes things heavier, so it only takes it down” 🤓

[@jimmytheriot8978]

Check out my homemade fpv cockpit with the dji and axis flying HD box hooked to it like share and subscribe

[@jaymichaelruss6872]

I agree, the paint job is awesome but the wood props kill the paint job somewhat. Anyone agree that they need to paint the props?

[@jaymichaelruss6872]

True but for when it isn’t being flown, it would make it look so much more realistic. Same with adding a retractable landing gear. Still looks great tho.

[@Belgium_Man]

Next is the B-29 SUPERFORTRESS

[@valmarin4260]

With a mini nuke?

[@aviation760]

Yes

[@Corefunction_error]

Yesssssirrrrrr

[@Belgium_Man]

@@valmarin4260 yes xd

[@E0S1776]

Angelic music*

[@mustangxxmatty3106]

i had an amazing time at flight fest 2022 ..drove 12 hours from Massachusetts and actually got to meet and talk to Josh Bixler who has had an amazing impact on my life ..this hobby saved me from a bad addiction and depression and thanks to the flight test guys I found this hobby and filled that void 5years clean and still going ..FOREVER GRATEFUL TO YOU GUYS...can't wait till next year

[@davidjester5085]

Congratulations on finding yourself, so happy to have you as part of the family

[@mustangxxmatty3106]

@@davidjester5085 thanks dave amazing meeting you guys .....and cant wait for next year

[@rconger384]

I met Josh Bixler myself a few years ago at the Edgewater flight Park. I got to have an impromptu tour of the Big White Barn. He was so down to earth and friendly. He said it's not really about the airplanes although that is really fun , but it's about getting families together, and that is the ministry of it. That's the main thing that stuck with me about meeting Josh.

[@jack0cat]

Absolute beauty. Gramps did his tour over Europe as a belly gunner and he would tell me his stories of battle and how (Big ass bird) would always bring her boys back home I have to say I’m 57 now and all them stories came flooding back in my memories as I watched this beautiful bird take flight and I cried like I was 10 again when Gramps made his final flight home. Thank you so much for capturing the spirit of the bravery that took place during those days of uncertainty. This one holds a special place in my heart.

[@taofledermaus]

That looks awesome! I'm really excited to see the next video.

[@BenjySparky]

Jeff and OG I didn't think about y'all liking this but now I'm like y'all can't wait for the next one! Peace

[@scuzzjumper]

...for home defense. Mounted with Little Tonys and loaded with Evan's rounds.

[@zer0deaths862]

Next I'll find Brandon Herrera on a Brewstew video. 😂

[@Drillz007]

@@zer0deaths862 if that ever happens im buying a lotto ticket

[@matchthat5053]

1987 my instructor at the Memphis Aviation School let me help build the flap for the Memphis Belle. My salute to the crew who flew her so well to be the first to complete 25 missions over The Germans. People have no idea how much it meant to me to have such an honor. Thank God for our brave men and women who fought so hard for our freedom in impossible situations during WW2. Thank You!

[@BlackGryph0n]

My Grandfather (Col. Raymond Brown) was a B-17 pilot during WWII. I joined the military because of him. He would have loved this video.

[@Goofy_ah_cow]

That’s cool 😊

[@sakuraflower6224]

Amen❤️🙏

[@ChannelOfChallanges]

I salute to you, and your grandfather. I am in the marine corps.

[@r.h.rickcarey4037]

Mine father was a B-17 pilot and he would have been amazed at this video if he were alive today. Good work guys!

[@MrPhoenix1138]

He watched it through your eyes. I bet he’s proud of you.

[@eqrc7587]

Hope the smoke bombs don’t catch the foam on fire. Great job to all that have worked and sponsored this project. God Speed 👍🏻✌🏻🖖🏻

[@DetroitMicroSound]

Wrapped in kevlar/nomex cloth, they wouldn't.

[@KingKiwi77]

@@DetroitMicroSound Wow, that's awesome :) I was wondering this myself

[@welshpete12]

@@DetroitMicroSound good ! I would hate it to get damaged !!!

[@DetroitMicroSound]

I mean- That would be my solution. Maybe make kevlar or nomex composite tubes to accept the smoke bombs, that are reloadable.

[@bryanmadewell8896]

Absolutely beautiful plane. The realistic look it had when it was flying was awesome. Brought a tear to my eye. Thank you for bringing such a beautiful warbird to life. Awesome job. God bless all the young men that flew aboard these beautiful and strong girls. God bless those who did not make it back and God bless you and your team for keeping their memory alive.

[@jimmytheriot8978]

Check out my homemade fpv cockpit with the dji and axis flying HD box hooked to it like share and subscribe

[@hughmorris2008]

@bryan madewell AMEN

[@samuelhaines617]

I have loved every second of this B17 build series. You guys are doing EXACTLY what I've always wanted to do and have not had the opportunity to do yet. You are making so many dreams come true. I can't wait to have the resources and time to join this community and come to Flite Fest. Thank you so much for sharing all your passion, talents, and energy with this community!

[@davidjester5085]

You are so welcome my friend, thank you for cheering us on and being a part of the community

[@adamdrain]

@@davidjester5085 Thanks for all your hard work David. Would love to meet you next time I’m up around that area!

[@pollyg562]

TO THE BRAVE MEN OF BOMBOOGIE, THANKYOU Sirs and thank you guys for your educational family-friendly channel its rarer on the platform than you might think, this channel runs the gambit of ages from 5 to 105 well done the whole team past and present

[@gryfandjane]

It was a definite treat to see this amazing airplane at Flite Fest, both up close and in the air. It’s truly an amazing build, and I wish you guys many happy flights with it!

[@Wings_of_foam]

18:21 Brave people standing there. Imagine the plane turned right with those props!

[@multihobbyman]

I have a suggestion to make: You should add sound to an airplane. I model railroad. It’s fun and all, but the sound adds a touch of realism. I haven’t seen it done on many modern rc planes, I think it would be a great challenge to add sound to an airplane, wether it be the b17 or some other scale airplane. You could fit a decently large/heavy speaker in a larger airplane. You could hook it up to a voltage reader or something and when the airplane throttles up, then would increase the audible rpms. Would be cool to see the results.

[@Skinflaps_Meatslapper]

Sound systems are out there for them, but there's no replicating the deep bass tones that aircraft make. The only thing that really comes through audibly in the air is treble, so it doesn't sound very realistic.

[@multihobbyman]

@@Skinflaps_Meatslapper exactly. Put a sub or two on there, i think the fuselage could at least incorporate a 6” at 400w rms or something, would be interesting to see how they run an amp.

[@rameynoodles152]

Gas engines would pretty much do it. It won't sound exactly like a real one, but gas engines sound A LOT more realistic. Unfortunately, they can also be A LOT more dangerous.

[@erichische]

MRRcSound tranducers would boom on that thick foam airframe.

[@Skinflaps_Meatslapper]

I'm curious to know what kind of construction techniques could be used to create a sub enclosure that was both light enough and rigid enough to have a good response to hear from the air. The thought of dropping a traditional particle board and felt carpet box in a lightweight foam fuselage seems like the antithesis to their goals. Moki radials are the closest thing to replicate an actual aircraft engine, but they really don't have that deep droning sound that's characteristic of a full scale radial except when at idle. In flight they sound more like tiny V-12's being revved to death (which sounds absolutely fantastic on their own, but totally out of place for a B-17). The more conventional OS style twins and whatnot do have a realistic engine sound...as in real weed eaters flying through the air. That just breaks all the realism for me, hearing a couple chainsaws flying in close formation. I'd rather just hear the props from an electric motor...they're quiet by comparison but achieve a similar tonal effect to real aircraft if you listen really close or buzz yourself.

[@slicaltimistic1]

👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽Let just take a moment and give these guy a applause. Yall did a excellent job on B-17. Flies like a real thing. And that's the crowd pleaser, and they love it. That's what Radio Control is all about. Fun!!

[@thinkaboutit5273]

It’s beautiful guys!!! My dad,,, and I’m sure many many more WW2 vets would have been so very proud of you guys for what you have accomplished! Really love it!

[@mowler8042]

My dad was a huge RC plane guy and I was flying planes back in the early 80's he would have loved this Channel.

[@larrysouthern5098]

WOW... !! Travis is a genius ... He did a fantastic job!!! The " glass trick" is mindblowing!!! She looks great!!!!

[@ronfullerton3162]

Awesome build! The epic looks of this warbird just heightens the honor you built this for the recognition of those members of the greatest generation who manned those bombers back in World War 2. A great plane honoring great men!

[@guyinthesky6696]

Would have liked to see the props painted in metallic silver…but what a beauty!

[@p71collector]

Or flat black with yellow tips would be correct.

[@michaeldavis5775]

My dad was a 23 year old B-17 pilot during WWII. He would have loved watching this video. R.I.P . Dad.

[@JollyPirateAhoy]

That was pretty slick. You guys and the pentric bros are reason why I started this hobby. The enthusiasm. I recently had a bunch of stuff stolen so I have been really disheartened about flying. But this hobby did something I never thought would happen, after 25 years of me and my step father basically hating each other, this hobby has created a bond between us I would never had expected. It's like we are friends now. This hobby is something special, I'm hoping to get back to flying soon.

[@gaylord.b.cockburn]

Okay! And now another 200, to fly in a proper Formation. 😉👍

[@TastierBackInThe80s]

I've been watching the channel for a long time, and this feels like a beautiful progression from tentatively taking those first few flights, right up till you get that one rc model you've always wanted.

[@drac116]

That sound of the props as it did that low flyby was just...mwah

[@snapmalloy5556]

As a static scale model builder myself, the painting process is fascinating. Weathering is such an art form

[@russellrobson7632]

Beautiful build! Top marks, so jealous! Next up, get some scale prop paint and spinners... knowing you boys it probably won't last that long!!👍🇬🇧

[@williamallan5791]

Looks amazing. The only thing I think could make it better is retractable landing gear for less drag and even more realism.

[@72Z15SS]

I believe the extra weight from all the paint makes her fly more Gracefully and Scale-like and having more stability as well.. Very Nice!!

[@ronfullerton3162]

I didn't know if it was that, or just the looks of the paint job. But that thing did look good in the air.

[@Next0mancer]

the footage was sped way up.

[@davidbinkowski4825]

I think the extra weight helps. Helps with the inertia and realism. Big planes don't always look good if they are too light...

[@HLR4th]

Tremendous. The pain job, and honoring a storied craft, takes it to a whole new level. I really hope the smoke system only simulates damage, not doing any.

[@SlapthePissouttayew]

Yeah, I'm not interested in seeing them fire a potato cannon at this thing.

[@davidweaver4702]

Seeing that fly made me so emotional. All the work and expertise that went into it. When it was up in the sky, you couldn't tell if it was a model or "the real thing". Great job guys 👏 👍

[@bustedknucks2280]

A B17, Sentimental Journey, comes and flies in my town, St George Utah, every year and this plane does a really good job of replicating the look and even sound of the real thing in the air.

[@traveltrailerlife]

My uncle was a bombardier on a B-17 bomber during World War II..... I'm 71 now...... Also a Veteran of Vietnam (70-71) and Iraq ( 04-05) Wars . I was a door gunner UH-1 helicopter in Nam with the 118th AHC .... And in Iraq worked on AH-64A Apache attack helicopter for the 1/151Aviation Regiment..... Retired from the Army

[@ronfullerton3162]

Thank you for your service!

[@matchstikman3034]

That is the coolest thing I have seen ya'll build so far! I love how Jason (Jason was flying it right?) was so pumped after sticking the landing, but he kept his composure the whole time! Great job everyone! Thank you for all your videos! I hope to make it to Flitefest soon!

[@DetroitMicroSound]

I think you need a PBJ-1D now. My grampa was a tail gunner with the VMB-413 Shamrocks. Great work, btw. It looks very convincing! Have you considered adding a loud speaker behind each prop, that reproduces the sounds of each of the Wright R-1820's? (Directly behind the props, next the the motors, and facing forward, so the prop affects the engine sound, just like with the real plane.)

[@markcorboy8528]

That creation provokes emotion it has culminated in a work of art.

[@Sickzero]

Every once in a while, I have to point out David Cutters music. "Parts" just never gets old!

[@steveoh7465]

Absolutely love your energy JB. A true role model for aeromodelling.

[@Lithonion1]

As a big fan of WWII planes, the B-17 is my favorite bomber ever built. This thing is amazing, great job!!!! Not sure if I would be able to fly that with all the people watching on a re maiden. No pressure. lol

[@GT-dr6tp]

The "Square J". 390th 570th was my father's group. He was co-pilot on the "X" plane. Nice to see that replicated. Thanks for sharing.

[@olsonspeed]

Great work! The B-17 is a beautiful model, I hope she survives at least 99 missions like it's namesake. Thanks to War Thunder for the sponsorship.

[@BrianPhillipsRC]

Amazing content guys! I loved it!!! Glad you have such a great community of RC addicts to help you get these amazing results. Keep up the great work!

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[@anonymousanonymous7216]

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[@sanjayapturkar2992]

Hello flite test my name is Parth Apturkar from India🇮🇳 I never coment on an singal video but when I see this video I am shocked that how beautiful this plain is and by the way I love flying plain and plains landing flying . I was shocked that how huge is this plain and can you make a simple basic plain video plz plz and good job 👏👏

[@fuzzydude66]

Of all the incredible craft you guys have built this is, in my opinion, your greatest achievement. It's incredibly realistic visually and in flight.

[@vernonjaworskiartistry]

Ive been playing War Thunder since 2015. Love to see them sponsor you. I actually create WT inspired photo edit artwork as therapy for my depression

[@steamfan4014]

You're missing some weathering on top of the wing. B-17s had exhaust ports on top of the wings behind the engines and those would get dirty too. Other than that, it's an amazing B-17. Keep up the great work

[@andrewborden1009]

They could use a first person cockpit view and bombardier view. Go the extra mile with VR lol

[@steamfan4014]

@@andrewborden1009 They probably could lol

[@adamdrain]

There are actually not exhaust ports on the top of the wing. Those are air vents to vent air in the wing, (like fuel vapor). It is the #1 most incorrect thing on B-17 builds... and these guys did it right by not putting it on there ;-)

[@steamfan4014]

@@adamdrain Oh ok, I didn't realize that. Thank you for the information

[@yuki_kenkyo]

Just kind of an idea, why dont u just use like airsoft mechaboxes for the turrets, it would be much easier to do than fireworks and u can reuse it or repair it easily, the only thing is it would not do much dmg, but it would look cooler and if some kind of mechanism would be hitten, the the fall of from sky would look cooler too (sorry for mistakes, Czech Republic)

[@jeffjankiewicz5100]

Congratulations Flite Test Crew. That was awesome!! So realistic, nice homage to the real deal.👍

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[@09GOStang]

What an incredible build this has been. Thank you so much for sharing! A couple of my uncles flew in the B-17 during WWII. It was so awesome to see this one fly.

[@edsondamasceno6151]

Muito bom, excelente, maravilhoso. Parabéns a todos vocês pelo grande projeto B-17 estilizado.

[@jimmytheriot8978]

Check out my homemade fpv cockpit with the dji and axis flying HD box hooked to it like share and subscribe

[@td6647]

I consider each and every one of you guys an artist in your own right. Your work and the bomber was and is phenomenal! If you've ever watched the movie Babe you will understand this with a chuckle; "That'll do pig, that'll do.. "

[@TheMono25]

You guys should try and make a laser or BB c-ram to shoot Rc models down

[@somerandomaccount5783]

What a true work of art!

[@vancer.8886]

What an amazing journey to see this plane being created from beginning to end. This plane is beautiful on the ground and especially in the air.

[@ralphbronzin9721]

Wow! That plane looks and flies exactly like the real thing! Can't wait to see an epic battle. Don't forget to fix the retracts ;)

[@Next0mancer]

the footage is sped way up lol, its a lot more scale irl

[@ralphbronzin9721]

@@Next0mancer rly?

[@Next0mancer]

@@ralphbronzin9721 yeah, its extremley slow and lumbering irl

[@ralphbronzin9721]

@@Next0mancer ok...thanks for telling me that

[@KingKiwi77]

Are there any plans to give it functional bombing doors? You could use those impact activated "Snaps" or "Pops" for kids on a slide to make them drop similarly to how the long bomb runs on those would be like? It would be super cool to see more functionality on such an awesome project that might already have the space for it.

[@stuchris]

I believe thats been part of the point of developing this huge monster, is being able to drop stuff like watermelons.

[@MelbaOzzie]

@@stuchris Ha! Why stop at watermelons? There is nothing that beats a couple of pounds of C4.

[@kitsunelegend7976]

@@MelbaOzzie When in doubt, C4!

[@kevintieman3616]

And make a functional bomb sight while your are at it 😅

[@Skinflaps_Meatslapper]

Why stop at C4? Load that beast up with some loose lego bricks and you could take out an invading army singlehandedly.

[@Twinhit]

now you need to make 8 more like it and make a "flight" to fly formation. and drop bomb on rc targets.

[@charliebowman785]

One is The Memphis Belle. This one is the Flying Beauty. Great work guys.

[@Askjeffwilliams]

now that is Au-some sauce ....good job on this fantastic build ....very impressive

[@Skinflaps_Meatslapper]

Keep them pants on boy!

[@zer0deaths862]

😂😂😂 -🇺🇲

[@yunkyylol]

I just love it when the notifications “some one liked your comment” or “you got a new subscribers” it makes me happy

[@gregorymoy7165]

I found the best way to get paint out of the can is to spray through a drinking straw just hold the straw against nozzle and press cuts down on the paint mist going over your fingers hope this helps you guys great video .... excellent paint work on the B-17

[@brettnelson7048]

It's okay for me to start crying a little bit because that bomber looks absolutely Gorgeous with a capital G?!

[@1BYEBYE1]

Don't play warthunder. Too much grind.

[@billyhaddock5540]

Congrats Guy's on getting the B-17 Painted and put-back together. looks great..

[@thecatofnineswords]

Stunning work guys, truly stunning. She sounds amazing in the air. Looking forward to the live-action vids!

[@stevepearson6316]

I could just feel the tension on the landing ...big plane lots of work went into it ..I would be under a lot of stress ..he did a great job flying and landing it

[@skynyrdd1]

OMG....she is stunning, amazing paint job and weathering, the detail is outstanding. She is so scale and majestic in flight, great work from all involved. I absolutely love this plane

[@bushikanazawa9139]

bleeding the rattle can is amazing actually gives me some ideas for miniature wargaming

[@Dilbert_]

This looks fantastic! I got so excited when I saw it take off, this is by far my favorite aircraft and you made it look amazing. God bless!

[@poja82]

The sound on that flyby, nothing can replace 4rotors planes, AWESOME

[@psguardian]

That is an impressive paint scheme, Well done Travis! The plane itself is also wonderful, as usual FT Crew.

[@helisalrcvideos2440]

This thing is awesome. Love it. The paint job is incredible. It will be indistinguishable from the real one with a close up and without the sound. Congrats on your work.

[@GatchamanG4]

I'm so jealous. You guys get to have way too much fun!! Such beautiful, detailed planes!!!

[@asdf9890]

That is beautiful, congrats on creating a wonderful honor of these awesome machines.

[@dutchtbrothershorts3209]

The paint job is sooooo cool

[@cleverusername9369]

4:00 just a hap, hap, happy dog, just a happy happy happy dog

[@echoxstreamimg6483]

I must say I've painted Autos in the 70s when lacquer was a thing to airbrush art for galleries in New York. Very nice paint job done on this classic

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[@BMF6889]

My dad was a B-17 pilot in WW II and was shot down over Germany on his 3rd mission on July 16, 1943 and spent the rest of the war in German POW camps, the first of which was Stalag Luft III in Sagan Germany which is now Zagan Poland. My dad arrived in the UK at the beginning of July 1943 with a virtually a new B-17. But most B-17's that survived a few missions had wear and so had paint peeled off of the the leading edgings and other parts of the aircraft. This model looks more like it came out of the factory and had never flown a mission. Most B-17's that lasted more that a few missions had flaws where the paint had been worn off showing bare metal along the leading edges of the wings and other parts exposed to the winds. It's a great model, but it just came off of the factory and doesn't show any of the wear of B-17's in combat. Also many B-17's were hit by flak or attacking enemy fighters and those holes had to be patched and so many B-17's had a number of patches from being hit on previous missions. If you are going to make a B-17 that has been in missions in WW II then you need to add the wear and damage that most B-17's had after a number of missions. However, great model and a tip of the hat to your creativeness.

[@haroldland4620]

Congrats guys stunning work. Great to see realistic airspeed

[@gunlokman]

Well done on all fronts guys. Perfect trim and power-to-weight. Thanks for posting.

[@scorpman300]

beautiful all around. what an amazing job you all did. and that paint job is just spectacular.

[@richardalexander5758]

Very impressive flying, great build! Thanks.

[@GTsuji]

That’s as realistic a model as I’ve ever seen. It’s an incredible model.

[@risingstar1309]

Great work Jason, great work drone pilot following. Got some really great shots

[@mchugh601]

My GOD that gave me cold chills!! That is one helluva beautiful ship guys...what a tribute

[@samuelcruz9258]

Well done. I was waiting for the paint. Beautifull take of and landing.

[@donaldgavigan9376]

B17 was and is my favorite bomber. You guys did it proud. Way to go.

[@earthsciteach]

Wow! You guys really outdid yourselves with the B-17! Great work! And those painting tips were fantastic!

[@jeffchristianson-ziebell7727]

WOW! So cool how much & how far Flite-Test crew(s) have gone, grown & continue to grow! Pushing the absolute limits of the fun & passion in ALL sectors/niches of the entire aerial DIY RC aircraft world! Always continue to amaze & inspire. Including especially ME! Awesome job guys!

[@mp6756]

Every time I think Flite Test can't continue to blow my mind and each time the blow my mind.

[@richardjohnholden5104]

great stuff, I think same scale b29 and b36 would be stunning. a b36. now what a sight

[@traveler7137]

In Britain. They would say I'm gobsmacked. LOL. What a job guys. I am thrilled and amazed and all I'm doing is sitting watching it on my phone. Unreal.

[@mohannadmalik5373]

really excellent work Travis nice painting.

[@wtGripen_enjoyer]

The most iconic bomber with a funky name

[@chrispearce9224]

Holy crap. That is some amazing work. Great job to everyone!!! The B-17 has been my favorite plane since I was a little kid. Then when the movie Memphis Belle was released...I was in awe...thinking it was an accurate representation of what that plane went through. I know it's Hollywooded up but still a fun film. I have like 9 or 10 models of the B-17 around my house and shop. This one you guys created took my breath away.

[@cecilkoselke7878]

Chris, then you should watch the original Belle movie on KZbin. Made in 1944 with all original footage. Search "Memphis Belle: a story of a flying fortress". Thank me later.

[@fourthwindrc5125]

Love that! Awesome job flying and the paint looks amazing! Can’t wait for the next video!

[@jimmytheriot8978]

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[@tdwayne1]

That was a beautiful plane and flight... congratulations !

[@TderrTech]

Great work guys. Just beautiful. Absolutely beautiful.