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 B-17 Flying Fortress

The Boeing B-17 Flying Fortress was the first mass-produced, four-engine heavy bomber. It is still one of the most recognised aeroplanes ever built. It was most widely used for daylight strategic bombings of German industrial targets during World War II as part of the United States Eighth Air Force.

  • Development
  • Operational History
  • Variants/Design Stages
  • Units Using the B-17
  • Noted B-17 Pilots
  • Specifications

    • Frequently Asked Questions

    What does it cost to build a B-17?
    What is the spectator entry fee for the War-Bird and the B-17 Gathering?
    Where is Bomberfield located?
    Can we come early and camp and fly?
    Is there food available?
    Where do we sit?
    Where can we stay?
    Can I buy raffel tickets through the mail?
    Are there hook ups for our trailers?
    What do I have to do to fly at the fly-ins?
    Can we get in to the pits to see the planes closer?
    Can I bring a tent and sell some things?
    When can I fly a plane that does not match the format?
    What are the hours of the Fly-in?

    What does it cost to build a B-17?

    About $4800.00 plus the labor to build it.

    What is the spectator entry fee for the War-Bird and the B-17 Gathering?

    $5.00, children under 12 free.

    Where is Bomberfield located?

    It's in Monaville, Between Brookshire and Hempstead on 359. Go 2 miles East of Monaville on 1887 and you will see the field.

    Can we come early and camp and fly?

    Yes!

    Is there food available?

    Yes! We have a full concession stand, featuring hamburgers and cold drinks.

    Where do we sit?

    There is a shaded grand stand and you can bring an umbrella and lawn chairs and sit along the fence.

    Where can we stay?

    Go to the web site and E-mail us and we can send you a list of local motels in the area.

    Can I buy raffel tickets through the mail?

    No, because it is against Texas law.

    Are there hook ups for our trailers?

    No hook-ups but there is some water available.

    What do I have to do to fly at the fly-ins?

    As long as the plane fits the format and you have a current AMA membership you and your plane(s) are welcome!

    Can we get in to the pits to see the planes closer?

    Only the pilots can enter the pits, but at noon each day of the event we will shut down the flying and let the spectators into the pit area so that they can take all the pictures they want.

    Can I bring a tent and sell some things?

    We have a place along the fence for the vendors. As long they don't sell items similar to what we sell in our souvenir shop, all vendor are welcome!

    When can I fly a plane that does not match the format?

    When the Fly-in is over each day of the event we hold open flying.

    What are the hours of the Fly-in?

    The War-Bird is 9-5 Sat. and 9-2 Sun. The B-17 Gathering is Fri.9-5, Sat. 9-5, and Sun. 9-2

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    Monaville, Texas
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