Descripci�n Paperback. Condici�n: new. Tooby, Adam Ilustrador. Paperback. The XB-40 and XB-41 were secret, little-known experimental modifications of the B-17F and B-24D, respectively, into heavily-armed bomber gunships sometimes referred to as bomber escorters. They were developed during early World War II in response to the lack of a USAAF long-range fighter aircraft able to escort and protect regular B-17 formations making the round trip from Britain deep into Germany. Using many formerly-classified documents from his large microfilm collection, William Wolf presents their previously-unpublished history. It describes in depth for the first time the politics and development and associated problems of both escorter types.Unfortunately, these protecters were found wanting in several ways - after the addition of guns and ammunition they became overweight and tail-heavy causing center of gravity problems and each encountered numerous delays in the development and delivery of their various armament additions and improvements, particularly the Bendix chin turret. In the end, the YB-40 participated in only 14 lackluster operational service test missions during mid-1943 before being withdrawn from service. The XB-41 Liberator never saw operational testing before also being cancelled for its poor performance.The failure of the gunship concept left a huge hole in the capabilities of the Eighth Air Force. Their failure, however, spurred the adoption of the Merlin-powered P-51 Mustang, the outstanding escort fighter that was key to Allied victory in the air war over Europe. Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability. N� de ref. del art�culo: 9781472844699

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World War II US Gunships YB40 Flying Fortress and XB41 Liberator Bomber Escorts XPlanes

William Wolf

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World War II US Gunships (Duel - Aircraft)

Wolf, William

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Descripci�n Softcover. Condici�n: New. Tooby, Adam Ilustrador. Osprey Duel - Aircraft World War II US Gunships (MINT/New)Manufacturer: OspreyProduct Line: Duel - AircraftType: SoftcoverCopyright Date: 2020Please review the condition and any condition notes for the exact condition of this item. All pictures are stock photos. The condition of the item you will receive is MINT/New. Our grading system is explained in the terms of sale section of our bookseller page. Please feel free to contact us with any questions. Product Description:The XB-40 and XB-41 were secret, little-known experimental modifications of the B-17F and B-24D, respectively, into heavily-armed bomber gunships sometimes referred to as "bomber escorters� . They were developed during early World War II in response to the lack of a USAAF long-range fighter aircraft able to escort and protect regular B-17 formations making the round trip from Britain deep into Germany. Using many formerly-classified documents from his large microfilm collection, William Wolf presents their previously-unpublished history. It describes in depth for the first time the politics and development and associated problems of both escorter types.Unfortunately, these "protecters� were found wanting in several ways - after the addition of guns and ammunition they became overweight and tail-heavy causing center of gravity problems and each encountered numerous delays in the development and delivery of their various armament additions and improvements, particularly the Bendix chin turret. In the end, the YB-40 participated in only 14 lackluster operational service test missions during mid-1943 before being withdrawn from service. The XB-41 Liberator never saw operational testing before also being cancelled for its poor performance.The failure of the gunship concept left a huge hole in the capabilities of the Eighth Air Force. Their failure, however, spurred the adoption of the Merlin-powered P-51 Mustang, the outstanding escort fighter that was key to Allied victory in the air war over Europe. N� de ref. del art�culo: 2149075649

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World War II US Gunships: YB-40 Flying Fortress and XB-41 Liberator Bomber Escorts (X-Planes)

Wolf, Dr William

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Wolf, William

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Wolf, William

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World War II Us Gunships: Yb-40 Flying Fortress and Xb-41 Liberator Bomber Escorts

Wolf, William/ Tooby, Adam (Illustrator)

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Descripci�n Paperback. Condici�n: Brand New. Tooby, Adam Ilustrador. 80 pages. 9.50x7.25x0.25 inches. In Stock. N� de ref. del art�culo: __1472844696

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