Kelly Posted May 12, 2010 Share Posted May 12, 2010 No history to support the picture, I think it made it back to the the carrier ? Kelvin Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Peter Carr Posted May 13, 2010 Share Posted May 13, 2010 Surely that should be "On 3/4 of a wing and a prayer"? This B-17 was struck by an enemy fighter and was flown 90 mins back to base, landed then broke in two! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ross Clarkson Posted May 19, 2010 Share Posted May 19, 2010 Wow, first one is similar to the F-15 which pretty much had its whole wing break off!!! The F-15 pilot couldn't actually see it and said after he landed successfully, that if he had known the extent of the damage he would have ejected!!That poor fellow in the top pic had to look at that all the time!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Roger in Dubai Posted May 20, 2010 Share Posted May 20, 2010 In the top photo, look at how much right aileron he was holding in to ensure the plane stayed straight and level. Quite remarkable and goes to show just how strong aircraft really are. The B17 photo is a classic. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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