Books and Information for the Aviation Enthusiast
Currently, there are two B-17 projects that are largely based on new build components at this point, but will incorporate parts of original aircraft. It is a fine line these days, but noted here are two forthcoming projects. There is a third project airplane that primarily consists of various parts and subassemblies from different airframes that are tied to a B-17 airframe, much of which was scrapped in the early 1960s. Nonetheless, it is a viable project aircraft looking for a home and has a civil registration history with the FAA, and is currently registered.
| Country | State | City | Location | Series | Identification Sequence | Status | Remarks | Link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| USA | IL | Marengo | B-17C | Mostly in planning stage | Long-term project | |||
| USA | MN | Granite Falls | Fagen Fighters | B-17G | 43-38978, N4960V | Parts project | Currently civil registered (for sale by Fagen Fighters); listed owner is N4960V LLC. | Fagen Fighters Project for sale |
| USA | NC | Asheville | Hangar 13 | B-17F | 42-3455 | Fuselage under construction | Lucky 13 Much new-build construction incorporating parts from different airframes and based on 42-3455 | Hangar 13 |
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