Knock Out Dropper (B-17)
Linked to Mighty Eighth Air Force Museum
Linked to Mighty Eighth Air Force Museum
Image from United States Army Air Forces
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An early model B-17, such as the "Knock Out Dropper," was a challenge to pilot because the contol column and rudder pedals required great strength…
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