Most specifically -- answer of 14:
"Today, fewer than 100 B-17 airframes exist and fewer still are in airworthy condition. At one time, more than 1,000 B-17s could be assembled for mass combat missions, less than 15 of Boeing's famous bombers can still take to the air."
BTW - The EAA AirVenture Musuem's WWII B-17 Flying Fortress does a tour of the USA every year, giving morning rides and ground tours (usually in the afternoon). While it's not cheap, it's a truly unique experience and one which will last a lifetime. More info on the home page: B-17 near Boston August 20-22, 2010 - at the Lawrence Municipal Airport -- Come out for a ground tour. If booking a flight, book before Aug 19 for a $26 discount.
3 with the Cofederate Air Force Flying Museum in Arizona
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The nickname for the US B-17 bomber was the "Flying Fortress."
The plane was called a B-17 Flying fortress.
The plane was called a B-17 Flying fortress.
3 with the Cofederate Air Force Flying Museum in Arizona
Yes, the nickname of the B-17 was "The Flying Fortress."
at least 15 B-17s are still flying flying and some being restored to static display and flight status.
Boeing B-17 Flying Fortress
The plane was called a B-17 Flying fortress.
The Boeing B-17 Flying Fortress was the US's premier 4-engined bomber 0f the second world war.
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There are only three that remain today
There are only three that remain today
There are only three that remain today
The B-17 Flying Fortress was a United States bomber used during world war 2.
The nickname for the US B-17 bomber was the "Flying Fortress."