42-31876 B17-G ( Fire Ball Red )
This aircraft was assigned to 412th BS Horham 17/2/1944.
It aborted a mission to Dusseldorf, shortly after takeoff and overshot the runway on returning to base.
The resulting accident was caused by a collision with a cement mixer, resulting in five minor injuries.
The remains were sent for salvage 10/9/1944.
It aborted a mission to Dusseldorf, shortly after takeoff and overshot the runway on returning to base.
The resulting accident was caused by a collision with a cement mixer, resulting in five minor injuries.
The remains were sent for salvage 10/9/1944.
Top photo from 95th BG pics
Lower photo from “Fletcher’s Gang” by Eugene Fletcher
Lower photo from “Fletcher’s Gang” by Eugene Fletcher
