The document summarizes several World War 2 aircraft used by Britain and the United States. It describes the Supermarine Spitfire fighter plane designed by R.J. Mitchell and its role in the Battle of Britain. It also outlines the Hawker Hurricane fighter, Avro Lancaster heavy bomber, Junkers Ju 87 Stuka dive bomber, Dornier Do 17 light bomber, Boeing B-17 Flying Fortress heavy bomber, and B-29 Super Fortress heavy bomber.
This document provides information about tanks used in World War II by the major combatants. It describes the development of early tanks during World War I and how tank usage expanded in World War II. Key details are provided about tanks from the United Kingdom, United States, Soviet Union, Germany, Japan, and Poland. Several of the most important tank models are highlighted, including the Panzer III, Tiger I, Sherman, Cruiser, T-34, and KV-1. Quotes about tanks are also included at the end.
The document summarizes key tanks and airplanes used during World War II by the United States, Germany, France, and Soviet Union. The M4 Sherman was the main U.S. tank, with over 49,000 produced. The Soviet T-34 was considered the best overall tank, with its effective armament, armor protection, and balance of firepower and mobility. Key U.S. planes mentioned include the P-38 Lightning, P-40 Warhawk, P-47 Thunderbolt, P-51 Mustang, B-17 Flying Fortress, B-24 Liberator, and B-29 Superfortress, including the Enola Gay which dropped the atomic bomb on Hiroshima
The document contains several paintings depicting scenes from World War 2 aerial warfare. The paintings show dogfights between Allied and Axis planes over Europe and the Pacific. They also depict bombing missions targeting German and Japanese naval and ground forces. The level of detail in the paintings helps tell the stories of specific missions and engagements during the war.
The document is a collection of artwork depicting various scenes from World War 2 aviation. It includes paintings showing dogfights between Allied and Axis planes over places like Germany, the English Channel, North Africa and the Pacific. The paintings portray famous pilots and battles like the Dambusters raid and the shooting down of Admiral Yamamoto.
The F-117A Nighthawk Stealth Fighter was a single seat, dual engine aircraft developed by Lockheed Martin to fly undetected during the Cold War. It was the first aircraft designed with stealth technology, allowing it to evade radar detection. Though small, it packed a powerful punch with stealth capabilities unmatched at the time.
The document is a collection of artwork depicting various scenes from World War 2 aviation. It includes paintings showing dogfights between Allied and Axis planes over places like Germany, the English Channel, North Africa and the Pacific. The paintings portray famous pilots and battles like the Dambusters raid and the shooting down of Admiral Yamamoto.
The document is a collection of artwork depicting various scenes from World War 2 aviation. It includes paintings showing dogfights between Allied and Axis planes over places like Germany, the English Channel, North Africa and the Pacific. The paintings portray famous pilots and battles like the Dambusters raid and the shooting down of Admiral Yamamoto.
The document summarizes several World War 2 aircraft used by Britain and the United States. It describes the Supermarine Spitfire fighter plane designed by R.J. Mitchell and its role in the Battle of Britain. It also outlines the Hawker Hurricane fighter, Avro Lancaster heavy bomber, Junkers Ju 87 Stuka dive bomber, Dornier Do 17 light bomber, Boeing B-17 Flying Fortress heavy bomber, and B-29 Super Fortress heavy bomber.
This document provides information about tanks used in World War II by the major combatants. It describes the development of early tanks during World War I and how tank usage expanded in World War II. Key details are provided about tanks from the United Kingdom, United States, Soviet Union, Germany, Japan, and Poland. Several of the most important tank models are highlighted, including the Panzer III, Tiger I, Sherman, Cruiser, T-34, and KV-1. Quotes about tanks are also included at the end.
The document summarizes key tanks and airplanes used during World War II by the United States, Germany, France, and Soviet Union. The M4 Sherman was the main U.S. tank, with over 49,000 produced. The Soviet T-34 was considered the best overall tank, with its effective armament, armor protection, and balance of firepower and mobility. Key U.S. planes mentioned include the P-38 Lightning, P-40 Warhawk, P-47 Thunderbolt, P-51 Mustang, B-17 Flying Fortress, B-24 Liberator, and B-29 Superfortress, including the Enola Gay which dropped the atomic bomb on Hiroshima
The document contains several paintings depicting scenes from World War 2 aerial warfare. The paintings show dogfights between Allied and Axis planes over Europe and the Pacific. They also depict bombing missions targeting German and Japanese naval and ground forces. The level of detail in the paintings helps tell the stories of specific missions and engagements during the war.
The document is a collection of artwork depicting various scenes from World War 2 aviation. It includes paintings showing dogfights between Allied and Axis planes over places like Germany, the English Channel, North Africa and the Pacific. The paintings portray famous pilots and battles like the Dambusters raid and the shooting down of Admiral Yamamoto.
The F-117A Nighthawk Stealth Fighter was a single seat, dual engine aircraft developed by Lockheed Martin to fly undetected during the Cold War. It was the first aircraft designed with stealth technology, allowing it to evade radar detection. Though small, it packed a powerful punch with stealth capabilities unmatched at the time.
The document is a collection of artwork depicting various scenes from World War 2 aviation. It includes paintings showing dogfights between Allied and Axis planes over places like Germany, the English Channel, North Africa and the Pacific. The paintings portray famous pilots and battles like the Dambusters raid and the shooting down of Admiral Yamamoto.
The document is a collection of artwork depicting various scenes from World War 2 aviation. It includes paintings showing dogfights between Allied and Axis planes over places like Germany, the English Channel, North Africa and the Pacific. The paintings portray famous pilots and battles like the Dambusters raid and the shooting down of Admiral Yamamoto.
This document provides summaries of 15 paintings depicting scenes from World War 2 aerial combat between Allied and Axis forces. The paintings show dogfights between planes like Spitfires and Messerschmitts, bombing missions targeting ships and infrastructure, and pilots engaging in heroic or historically significant actions. The styles capture pivotal moments across both European and Pacific theaters of the war.
This document provides summaries of 20 World War 2 aviation paintings depicting various scenes from aerial combat between Allied and Axis forces. The paintings depict events such as the Battle of Britain, the bombing of Germany, submarine attacks in the Atlantic, and the Battle of Midway. They show aircraft such as Spitfires, Hurricanes, B-17 bombers, Focke-Wulf 190 fighters, and Japanese carriers being engaged in combat throughout the European and Pacific theaters of World War 2.
The document summarizes key tanks, airplanes, and weapons used by various countries during World War II. It describes the US M4 Sherman tank, the French AMR 33/35 tank, the Soviet T-34 tank, the German Panzer tank. It also outlines key US fighter and bomber planes like the P-51 Mustang, B-17 Flying Fortress, B-24 Liberator, and B-29 Superfortress. It notes the Enola Gay B-29 dropped the atomic bomb on Hiroshima.
The document summarizes the contributions of Polish and Czech pilots during the Battle of Britain. It notes that 145 Polish airmen fought in various RAF squadrons, including 32 in No. 302 Squadron and 34 in No. 303 Squadron. The Polish pilots claimed 201 aircraft shot down, with No. 303 Squadron shooting down 126 planes. It also discusses notable Polish pilots like Witold Urbanowicz and Antoni Głowacki. Additionally, it mentions 84 Czech pilots participated and formed their own No. 310 Squadron, gaining a reputation for aggressive combat. Josef František is highlighted as one of the highest scoring Allied aces with 17 kills.
The document describes life and warfare during World War 1 from 1914-1919. Trench warfare became the dominant strategy, with elaborate trench systems stretching over 400 miles. Conditions in the trenches were terrible, with constant threat of death from machine guns and artillery, as well as infestations of rats and lice. New weapons were introduced, including tanks, poison gas, flamethrowers, and airplanes. Famous pilots like Eddie Rickenbacker and the Red Baron emerged during the aerial battles of the war.
The document discusses the origins and development of tanks from World War 1 through World War 2. It describes how the first tanks were developed from farming vehicles with caterpillar tracks to cross trenches during WWI. The Renault FT tank, designed by Louis Renault, was a successful design that introduced a fully rotating turret and influenced future tank design. During WWII, massive numbers of tanks were produced by many countries including over 100,000 each by the Soviet Union and United States.
War and science have often been closely intertwined throughout history. Several examples are provided of scientists such as Archimedes and Isaac Newton who made important contributions both to science and military technology. During times of war, scientific research and development is often accelerated to develop new weapons and military technologies, with many spin-off benefits for civilian life. Major wars like World Wars I and II drove innovations in aircraft, vehicles, materials, electronics, medicine, computing and other fields that shaped the modern world.
Several new weapons and technologies were introduced during World War 1 that influenced the outcome of the war, including the armored tank, flamethrower, and bolt-action rifle. The armored tank was developed based on an idea from Colonel Ernest Swinton and brought to life under Winston Churchill. The Farman brothers introduced airplanes like the MF-7 and MF-II that were widely used by Allied forces. Germany began experimenting with flamethrowers in 1900 that could project flames over 25 meters. James Lee developed the bolt-action rifle which allowed smooth and efficient firing. These new inventions gave advantages to different sides and affected the war.
Hans-Ulrich Rudel was a German Luftwaffe pilot during World War 2 who destroyed the most enemy targets of any pilot in history. He served as a dive bomber pilot and developed innovative tactics for destroying Soviet tanks from behind using specialized Stuka aircraft armed with cannons. Over his 2,530 missions between 1939-1945, Rudel destroyed an unprecedented 519 Soviet tanks, 150 artillery pieces, and sank a battleship, 2 cruisers and other vessels. Despite losing a leg, he continued flying until Germany's surrender, becoming the most decorated German soldier of World War 2.
Most Powerful, Rare and Intoxicating Images From The Past (1)guimera
The document is a collection of over 100 rare and historic photographs from various points throughout history, ranging from the early 1900s to the late 20th century. The photos depict important events like Martin Luther King Jr.'s "I have a dream" speech, the opening of the tomb of King Tut, the first woman to finish the Boston Marathon, the fall of the Berlin Wall, and the first moon landing. They also show everyday life through images such as the filming of movies, traffic jams, and crowds gathering for historic occasions.
This document provides a historical overview of airships from the 1850s to the 1930s. It describes some of the early pioneers in airship development and key airships like the Graf Zeppelin and Hindenburg. It discusses military and passenger uses of airships as well as notable disasters like the Hindenburg crash in 1937 that accelerated the decline of airships as aeroplanes became more advanced. While airships saw reduced use after the 1940s, some continued to be used into the 1960s for applications where hovering is important over speed.
Technology played a huge role in determining the outcome of World War II. Most inventions were developed during the interwar years, improving on ideas from World War I. Ships from World War I like U-boats and aircraft carriers were modified due to time constraints, and innovations included adding a snorkel to U-boats, building the largest aircraft carrier ever in the Japanese Shinano, and creating the Deutschland class cruiser to avoid restrictions of the Treaty of Versailles. New weapons also emerged like jet and rocket powered aircraft, cluster bombs, advanced radio, and the Manhattan Project that developed the first nuclear bombs.
In this briefing, we take a look at the B-17 before and during World War II. The briefing has been prepared for a ceremony in the Summer of 2013 for a bomber crew shot down over France on July 4, 1943
Tanks were first used in battle during World War 1 at the Battle of the Somme in September 1916. While some tanks succeeded in supporting infantry attacks, many broke down or got stuck in the mud. Early tanks also had problems with visibility through their view slits and getting too hot inside. Technological improvements to tracks and the addition of devices to help cross trenches increased tanks' effectiveness. The largest use of tanks was at the Battle of Cambrai in 1917, where 400 British tanks surprised German forces and helped capture territory. However, tanks were still in the early experimental stages during WWI.
The document discusses the equipment used by soldiers in trench warfare between 1914-1918. It describes personal weapons like rifles and machine guns, protective gear like helmets and gas masks, uniforms, and heavy weapons such as artillery, mortars, and tanks. The technological advancements of weapons during this period allowed killing to be done more effectively. Students are tasked with creating a design for a piece of World War 1 equipment using only materials available at the time, and explaining their design choices.
The document summarizes the history of airships from their early conceptual designs in the 1670s to present day uses. Key events included Francesco Lana de Terzi's conceptual "aerial ship" in the 1670s, the creation of the first propeller-driven balloon by Jean Pierre Blanchard in 1784, and Count Ferdinand von Zeppelin inventing the first rigid airship in 1900. Nowadays, while airships are no longer a common form of transportation, they still have roles in advertising, sightseeing, surveillance and research.
The Greatest Fighter Pilot of World War 2Peter Hammond
Eric Hartmann was the greatest fighter ace of all time, scoring 352 aerial victories during World War 2 while flying for the German Luftwaffe. As a young pilot posted to the Eastern Front in 1942, Hartmann began racking up victories at an incredible pace, shooting down 4 Soviet aircraft before breakfast on July 7, 1943 during the Battle of Kursk. By the end of the war in 1945, Hartmann had been highly decorated for his service but was eventually captured by Soviet forces and spent 10 years in Siberian labor camps before being released.
Chemical weapons were used extensively in World War 1 to injure and kill entrenched soldiers. Early in the war, tear gas was used by both sides but proved limited in its lethality. By 1915, more lethal gases like phosgene were being produced and used in large quantities by Germany, France, and Britain. The most widely used and effective gas was mustard gas, introduced by Germany in 1917. Mustard gas caused large, painful blisters upon contact with skin and could linger in low-lying areas for days after being deployed.
The document summarizes the contributions of Polish, Czech, and other Allied pilots during the pivotal Battle of Britain in 1940. It notes that over 8,000 Polish airmen fled to Britain after the fall of France. Polish pilots made up squadrons 303 and 302 and helped the RAF defeat the Luftwaffe in aerial combat, with 303 Squadron shooting down more enemy planes than any other Allied squadron. A total of 145 Polish pilots fought in the battle. Czech pilots also distinguished themselves with their aggressiveness, comprising their own 310 Squadron. Notable aces mentioned include the Polish squadron leader Witold Urbanowicz with 15 kills, and Czech Josef František being one of the highest Allied scorers with 17 kills
1) The document traces the evolution of fighter planes from World War I to modern times. It describes some of the earliest fighter planes developed during WWI like the SPAD S.XII and the key innovations they introduced.
2) During WWII, fighter plane technology advanced greatly on both sides and new fighters like the F4F Wildcat, P-51 Mustang, and Bf 109 played important roles. The postwar era saw the rise of jet fighters like the F-86 Sabre and MiG-15 during the Korean War.
3) Modern fighters discussed include the F-14 Tomcat, F-16 Fighting Falcon, and the newest F-35 Lightning II which utilizes stealth technology
What isSuperfortressand the Flying Fortress their roles in recen.pdfkarymadelaneyrenne19
What isSuperfortressand the Flying Fortress their roles in recent history?
What isSuperfortressand the Flying Fortress their roles in recent history?
What isSuperfortressand the Flying Fortress their roles in recent history?
Solution
SUPER FORTRESS:
The Boeing B-29 Superfortress is a four-engine propeller-driven heavy bomber designed by
Boeing which was flown primarily by the United States during World War II and the Korean
War. It was one of the largest aircraft operational during World War II and featured state of the
art technology. It was the single most expensive weapons project undertaken by the United
States in World War II, exceeding the cost of the Manhattan Project by between 1 and 1.7 billion
dollars. It featured apressurized cabin, all dual wheeled, tricycle landing gears, and a remote,
computer-controlled fire-control system that directed four machine gun turrets that could be
operated by a single gunner and a fire-control officer. A manned tail gun installation was semi-
remote. The name “Superfortress” continued the pattern Boeing started with its well-known
predecessor, the B-17 Flying Fortress. Designed for the high-altitude strategic bomber role, the
B-29 also excelled in low-altitude nighttimeincendiary bombing missions. One of the B-29’s
final roles during World War II was carrying out the atomic bomb attacks on Hiroshima and
Nagasaki.
Due to the B-29’s highly advanced design, unlike many other World War II-era bombers, the
Superfortress remained in service long after the war ended, with a few even being employed as
flying television transmitters for the Stratovisioncompany. The B-29 served in various roles
throughout the 1950s. The Royal Air Force flew the B-29 as the Washington until phasing out
the type in 1954. The Soviet Union produced an unlicensed reverse-engineered copy as the
Tupolev Tu-4. The B-29 was the progenitor of a series of Boeing-built bombers, transports,
tankers, reconnaissance aircraft and trainers including the B-50 Superfortress (the first aircraft to
fly around the world non-stop) which was essentially a re-engined B-29. The type was finally
retired in the early 1960s. The B-29 production total was 3,970 aircraft. Dozens of B-29s remain
as static displays but only two examples, Fifi and DOC, have been restored to flying status; with
Doc flying again for the first time from McConnell AFB on July 17, 2016.
FLYING FORTRESS:
The Boeing B-17 Flying Fortress is a four-engine heavy bomber developed in the 1930s for the
United States Army Air Corps (USAAC). Competing against Douglas and Martin for a contract
to build 200 bombers, the Boeing entry outperformed both competitors and exceeded the air
corps\' performance specifications. Although Boeing lost the contract because the prototype
crashed, the air corps ordered 13 more B-17s for further evaluation. From its introduction in
1938, the B-17 Flying Fortress evolved through numerous design advances.[5][6]
The B-17 was primarily employed by the United State.
This document provides summaries of 15 paintings depicting scenes from World War 2 aerial combat between Allied and Axis forces. The paintings show dogfights between planes like Spitfires and Messerschmitts, bombing missions targeting ships and infrastructure, and pilots engaging in heroic or historically significant actions. The styles capture pivotal moments across both European and Pacific theaters of the war.
This document provides summaries of 20 World War 2 aviation paintings depicting various scenes from aerial combat between Allied and Axis forces. The paintings depict events such as the Battle of Britain, the bombing of Germany, submarine attacks in the Atlantic, and the Battle of Midway. They show aircraft such as Spitfires, Hurricanes, B-17 bombers, Focke-Wulf 190 fighters, and Japanese carriers being engaged in combat throughout the European and Pacific theaters of World War 2.
The document summarizes key tanks, airplanes, and weapons used by various countries during World War II. It describes the US M4 Sherman tank, the French AMR 33/35 tank, the Soviet T-34 tank, the German Panzer tank. It also outlines key US fighter and bomber planes like the P-51 Mustang, B-17 Flying Fortress, B-24 Liberator, and B-29 Superfortress. It notes the Enola Gay B-29 dropped the atomic bomb on Hiroshima.
The document summarizes the contributions of Polish and Czech pilots during the Battle of Britain. It notes that 145 Polish airmen fought in various RAF squadrons, including 32 in No. 302 Squadron and 34 in No. 303 Squadron. The Polish pilots claimed 201 aircraft shot down, with No. 303 Squadron shooting down 126 planes. It also discusses notable Polish pilots like Witold Urbanowicz and Antoni Głowacki. Additionally, it mentions 84 Czech pilots participated and formed their own No. 310 Squadron, gaining a reputation for aggressive combat. Josef František is highlighted as one of the highest scoring Allied aces with 17 kills.
The document describes life and warfare during World War 1 from 1914-1919. Trench warfare became the dominant strategy, with elaborate trench systems stretching over 400 miles. Conditions in the trenches were terrible, with constant threat of death from machine guns and artillery, as well as infestations of rats and lice. New weapons were introduced, including tanks, poison gas, flamethrowers, and airplanes. Famous pilots like Eddie Rickenbacker and the Red Baron emerged during the aerial battles of the war.
The document discusses the origins and development of tanks from World War 1 through World War 2. It describes how the first tanks were developed from farming vehicles with caterpillar tracks to cross trenches during WWI. The Renault FT tank, designed by Louis Renault, was a successful design that introduced a fully rotating turret and influenced future tank design. During WWII, massive numbers of tanks were produced by many countries including over 100,000 each by the Soviet Union and United States.
War and science have often been closely intertwined throughout history. Several examples are provided of scientists such as Archimedes and Isaac Newton who made important contributions both to science and military technology. During times of war, scientific research and development is often accelerated to develop new weapons and military technologies, with many spin-off benefits for civilian life. Major wars like World Wars I and II drove innovations in aircraft, vehicles, materials, electronics, medicine, computing and other fields that shaped the modern world.
Several new weapons and technologies were introduced during World War 1 that influenced the outcome of the war, including the armored tank, flamethrower, and bolt-action rifle. The armored tank was developed based on an idea from Colonel Ernest Swinton and brought to life under Winston Churchill. The Farman brothers introduced airplanes like the MF-7 and MF-II that were widely used by Allied forces. Germany began experimenting with flamethrowers in 1900 that could project flames over 25 meters. James Lee developed the bolt-action rifle which allowed smooth and efficient firing. These new inventions gave advantages to different sides and affected the war.
Hans-Ulrich Rudel was a German Luftwaffe pilot during World War 2 who destroyed the most enemy targets of any pilot in history. He served as a dive bomber pilot and developed innovative tactics for destroying Soviet tanks from behind using specialized Stuka aircraft armed with cannons. Over his 2,530 missions between 1939-1945, Rudel destroyed an unprecedented 519 Soviet tanks, 150 artillery pieces, and sank a battleship, 2 cruisers and other vessels. Despite losing a leg, he continued flying until Germany's surrender, becoming the most decorated German soldier of World War 2.
Most Powerful, Rare and Intoxicating Images From The Past (1)guimera
The document is a collection of over 100 rare and historic photographs from various points throughout history, ranging from the early 1900s to the late 20th century. The photos depict important events like Martin Luther King Jr.'s "I have a dream" speech, the opening of the tomb of King Tut, the first woman to finish the Boston Marathon, the fall of the Berlin Wall, and the first moon landing. They also show everyday life through images such as the filming of movies, traffic jams, and crowds gathering for historic occasions.
This document provides a historical overview of airships from the 1850s to the 1930s. It describes some of the early pioneers in airship development and key airships like the Graf Zeppelin and Hindenburg. It discusses military and passenger uses of airships as well as notable disasters like the Hindenburg crash in 1937 that accelerated the decline of airships as aeroplanes became more advanced. While airships saw reduced use after the 1940s, some continued to be used into the 1960s for applications where hovering is important over speed.
Technology played a huge role in determining the outcome of World War II. Most inventions were developed during the interwar years, improving on ideas from World War I. Ships from World War I like U-boats and aircraft carriers were modified due to time constraints, and innovations included adding a snorkel to U-boats, building the largest aircraft carrier ever in the Japanese Shinano, and creating the Deutschland class cruiser to avoid restrictions of the Treaty of Versailles. New weapons also emerged like jet and rocket powered aircraft, cluster bombs, advanced radio, and the Manhattan Project that developed the first nuclear bombs.
In this briefing, we take a look at the B-17 before and during World War II. The briefing has been prepared for a ceremony in the Summer of 2013 for a bomber crew shot down over France on July 4, 1943
Tanks were first used in battle during World War 1 at the Battle of the Somme in September 1916. While some tanks succeeded in supporting infantry attacks, many broke down or got stuck in the mud. Early tanks also had problems with visibility through their view slits and getting too hot inside. Technological improvements to tracks and the addition of devices to help cross trenches increased tanks' effectiveness. The largest use of tanks was at the Battle of Cambrai in 1917, where 400 British tanks surprised German forces and helped capture territory. However, tanks were still in the early experimental stages during WWI.
The document discusses the equipment used by soldiers in trench warfare between 1914-1918. It describes personal weapons like rifles and machine guns, protective gear like helmets and gas masks, uniforms, and heavy weapons such as artillery, mortars, and tanks. The technological advancements of weapons during this period allowed killing to be done more effectively. Students are tasked with creating a design for a piece of World War 1 equipment using only materials available at the time, and explaining their design choices.
The document summarizes the history of airships from their early conceptual designs in the 1670s to present day uses. Key events included Francesco Lana de Terzi's conceptual "aerial ship" in the 1670s, the creation of the first propeller-driven balloon by Jean Pierre Blanchard in 1784, and Count Ferdinand von Zeppelin inventing the first rigid airship in 1900. Nowadays, while airships are no longer a common form of transportation, they still have roles in advertising, sightseeing, surveillance and research.
The Greatest Fighter Pilot of World War 2Peter Hammond
Eric Hartmann was the greatest fighter ace of all time, scoring 352 aerial victories during World War 2 while flying for the German Luftwaffe. As a young pilot posted to the Eastern Front in 1942, Hartmann began racking up victories at an incredible pace, shooting down 4 Soviet aircraft before breakfast on July 7, 1943 during the Battle of Kursk. By the end of the war in 1945, Hartmann had been highly decorated for his service but was eventually captured by Soviet forces and spent 10 years in Siberian labor camps before being released.
Chemical weapons were used extensively in World War 1 to injure and kill entrenched soldiers. Early in the war, tear gas was used by both sides but proved limited in its lethality. By 1915, more lethal gases like phosgene were being produced and used in large quantities by Germany, France, and Britain. The most widely used and effective gas was mustard gas, introduced by Germany in 1917. Mustard gas caused large, painful blisters upon contact with skin and could linger in low-lying areas for days after being deployed.
The document summarizes the contributions of Polish, Czech, and other Allied pilots during the pivotal Battle of Britain in 1940. It notes that over 8,000 Polish airmen fled to Britain after the fall of France. Polish pilots made up squadrons 303 and 302 and helped the RAF defeat the Luftwaffe in aerial combat, with 303 Squadron shooting down more enemy planes than any other Allied squadron. A total of 145 Polish pilots fought in the battle. Czech pilots also distinguished themselves with their aggressiveness, comprising their own 310 Squadron. Notable aces mentioned include the Polish squadron leader Witold Urbanowicz with 15 kills, and Czech Josef František being one of the highest Allied scorers with 17 kills
1) The document traces the evolution of fighter planes from World War I to modern times. It describes some of the earliest fighter planes developed during WWI like the SPAD S.XII and the key innovations they introduced.
2) During WWII, fighter plane technology advanced greatly on both sides and new fighters like the F4F Wildcat, P-51 Mustang, and Bf 109 played important roles. The postwar era saw the rise of jet fighters like the F-86 Sabre and MiG-15 during the Korean War.
3) Modern fighters discussed include the F-14 Tomcat, F-16 Fighting Falcon, and the newest F-35 Lightning II which utilizes stealth technology
What isSuperfortressand the Flying Fortress their roles in recen.pdfkarymadelaneyrenne19
What isSuperfortressand the Flying Fortress their roles in recent history?
What isSuperfortressand the Flying Fortress their roles in recent history?
What isSuperfortressand the Flying Fortress their roles in recent history?
Solution
SUPER FORTRESS:
The Boeing B-29 Superfortress is a four-engine propeller-driven heavy bomber designed by
Boeing which was flown primarily by the United States during World War II and the Korean
War. It was one of the largest aircraft operational during World War II and featured state of the
art technology. It was the single most expensive weapons project undertaken by the United
States in World War II, exceeding the cost of the Manhattan Project by between 1 and 1.7 billion
dollars. It featured apressurized cabin, all dual wheeled, tricycle landing gears, and a remote,
computer-controlled fire-control system that directed four machine gun turrets that could be
operated by a single gunner and a fire-control officer. A manned tail gun installation was semi-
remote. The name “Superfortress” continued the pattern Boeing started with its well-known
predecessor, the B-17 Flying Fortress. Designed for the high-altitude strategic bomber role, the
B-29 also excelled in low-altitude nighttimeincendiary bombing missions. One of the B-29’s
final roles during World War II was carrying out the atomic bomb attacks on Hiroshima and
Nagasaki.
Due to the B-29’s highly advanced design, unlike many other World War II-era bombers, the
Superfortress remained in service long after the war ended, with a few even being employed as
flying television transmitters for the Stratovisioncompany. The B-29 served in various roles
throughout the 1950s. The Royal Air Force flew the B-29 as the Washington until phasing out
the type in 1954. The Soviet Union produced an unlicensed reverse-engineered copy as the
Tupolev Tu-4. The B-29 was the progenitor of a series of Boeing-built bombers, transports,
tankers, reconnaissance aircraft and trainers including the B-50 Superfortress (the first aircraft to
fly around the world non-stop) which was essentially a re-engined B-29. The type was finally
retired in the early 1960s. The B-29 production total was 3,970 aircraft. Dozens of B-29s remain
as static displays but only two examples, Fifi and DOC, have been restored to flying status; with
Doc flying again for the first time from McConnell AFB on July 17, 2016.
FLYING FORTRESS:
The Boeing B-17 Flying Fortress is a four-engine heavy bomber developed in the 1930s for the
United States Army Air Corps (USAAC). Competing against Douglas and Martin for a contract
to build 200 bombers, the Boeing entry outperformed both competitors and exceeded the air
corps\' performance specifications. Although Boeing lost the contract because the prototype
crashed, the air corps ordered 13 more B-17s for further evaluation. From its introduction in
1938, the B-17 Flying Fortress evolved through numerous design advances.[5][6]
The B-17 was primarily employed by the United State.
The document summarizes several important aircraft from different eras, including the Sopwith Camel from WWI known for its inventor Britain, the Spitfire from WWII as one of the most successful fighters, the Heinkel German bomber from WWII that was small but strong enough to bomb buildings, and the DC-3 as one of the first passenger planes that had its first flight in 1935. It also mentions the Lancaster as a WWII British bomber, the Jumbo Jet as the largest 20th century plane that took its first flight in 1969, and the modern day Airbus A380 as the largest current plane that first flew in 2005.
The document provides background information on the Mikoyan MiG-29 fighter jet. It discusses:
1) The MiG-29 was designed in the Soviet Union in the 1970s to meet the need for a new fighter capable of countering modern Western fighters like the F-16, while also defending Soviet airspace and attacking ground targets.
2) When it first appeared, the MiG-29's capabilities were not well understood in the West and it was often dismissed as an inferior copy of Western fighters. It is now recognized as an highly aerodynamically advanced design with excellent dogfighting abilities, though its avionics are limited for beyond visual range combat.
3) Upgrades
Aviation basic aviation history one perspective for Air Force Cadetsoldcramo2009
This document provides a brief overview of the history of aviation from hot air balloons in the 18th century to the introduction of jet aircraft in the mid-20th century. Some of the key events and innovations discussed include:
- The first manned hot air balloon flight by the Montgolfier brothers in 1783 in France.
- Early experiments with gliders and motor-powered aircraft in the late 19th/early 20th century by pioneers such as Samuel Langley, the Wright brothers, and Richard Pearse.
- The first official flight of the Wright Flyer on December 17, 1903, marking the start of the aviation age.
- The development of military aircraft and their
The document provides an overview of classic World War II military aircraft. It discusses how the US was unprepared for war in the late 1930s and early 1940s. Between 1939 and 1945, the US aviation industry produced nearly 300,000 military planes to equip the US armed forces and support its allies. After the war, many surplus aircraft were scrapped or destroyed according to treaties, despite being in good condition. Preservation groups like the Confederate Air Force were formed to save remaining WWII planes from being scrapped.
This document provides an overview of the development of aircraft from World War I through modern times. It describes notable French, German, Italian, and American aircraft from WWI including fighters, bombers, and trainers. After WWI, it discusses the Ford Tri-Motor, Douglas DC-3, and Igor Sikorsky's contributions. For WWII, it outlines early British, German, and Japanese fighters. It then covers the development of early American jet fighters and bombers in the 1940s. The document concludes with details on supersonic jets, spaceflight including Mercury and Apollo missions, modern military aircraft, the Space Shuttle, commercial airliners, stealth aircraft, experimental aircraft building, and preservation of military aircraft.
- The US military first used jet aircraft in World War II with the P-80 Shooting Star fighter. Four early P-80s were sent to Europe as part of Project Extraversion in late 1944/early 1945 - two to England and two to Italy.
- In England, one P-80 crashed during a test flight in January 1945, killing the pilot. The other was loaned to Rolls-Royce for testing and was later destroyed in a crash.
- In Italy, two P-80s conducted some operational missions, including one flight north of its base for an unknown purpose. The P-80s returned to the US by June 1945 without seeing combat.
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During World War 2, technological advancements were made in radar, atomic weapons, aircraft, computers, and tanks. Radar was first used by Germany and Britain under different names and Britain had widespread radar networks by the mid-1940s. The United States dropped atomic bombs on Hiroshima and Nagasaki in August 1945, killing over 120,000 people total. Aircraft became more advanced with aluminum construction, powerful engines, and the beginnings of jet technology. Germany and Britain developed early computers to encrypt messages, though Britain was ultimately able to decrypt German systems. Tanks grew larger, faster, and better armored over the course of the war.
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3. Created as a private-venture project by a company that
was not officially recognized in its own country as
worthy of designing fighter aircraft, the North American
P-51 Mustang grew out of Britain’s overwhelming need
for large quantities of modern high-performance
fighters in the early stages of the Second World War.
It was one of the very few successful warplanes in
history that was conceived without an official
specification ever being raised before its creation.
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5. The Messerschmitt Bf 109 (also referred to as the
Messerschmitt Me 109) was one of the world’s great
fighter planes and it enjoyed the distinction of having
built in greater numbers than any other – some 33,000
were built. It was mass-produced in Germany from
1936 through 1945 and it was built in other countries
after the war, serving in Spain until 1967.
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7. Of all the fighters that have served with the Royal Air
Force since its formation in 1918, none has achieved
wider, no more widely deserved, fame than the
Supermarine Spitfire.
No better example can be found of ”the right aeroplane
being available at the right time”; it was the Spitfire,
more than other single type, that allowed the RAF’s
fighter squadrons during World War II first to blunt the
spearhead of the Luftwaffe’s attack on Britain.
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9. When the Focke-Wulf Fw 190 first appeared in action
over the coast of France during the autumn of 1941 it
was certainly the most advanced fighter in the world.
For the first time the Luftwaffe fighter pilots were to have
an ascendency over the contemporary Spitfire, an
ascendancy which they enjoyed at least until the
introduction of the Supermarine Spitfire Mk IX during
the autumn of 1942. The Fw 190 unofficially named
Würger (Butcher Bird), was perhaps the most perfect
radial-engine fighter ever built.
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11. The Lockheed P-38 Lightning was the first military type
developed by the Lockheed Aircraft Corps.
It made its first flight on January 27, 1939, but crashed
at the end of a record transcontinental flight California
to New York on February 11.
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