Books and Information for the Aviation Enthusiast
In 1951 and 1952, Owen Williams, owner of California-Atlantic Airways, was searching diligently for B-17s that might be available from schools and cities, B-17s that
(Updated with new information in April 2025) For those who have an interest in such things, there are usually two B-17s that are given credit
As there are only two B-17s currently flying in the U.S., the opportunity to see a living and breathing Flying Fortress is becoming limited indeed.
In the continuing series of B-17s that were owned or operated by Owen F. Williams and his California-Atlantic Airways, is the story of B-17F 42-3470.
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