The B-17 Flying Fortress Memphis Belle was the most famous bomber, because she was the first heavy bomber in the European war theater to complete 25 combat missions and keep her entire crew alive. She flew for 10 months from November 7, 1942 to May 17, 1943. The BELLE shot down eight enemy fighters, probably destroyed five others, and damaged at least a dozen more. She dropped more than 60 tons of bombs over Germany, France, and Belgium. During her 25 missions she flew 148 hours, and covered more than 20,000 combat miles. Kit features: Fully engraved panel lines & rivet detail; Highly detailed cockpit interior & bomb bay; and Optional position landing gear and bomb bay door.
 | This plastic model kit requires plastic cement and paint for assembly, and they are sold separately |
