Watch B-17G Flying Fortress “Sally B” Fly With Unmistakable Sound at Midlands Air Festival 2025
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The Midlands Air Festival 2025 brought a remarkable moment in aviation to life. Among the many sights and sounds that filled the skies, one aircraft stood out for its unique history and powerful presence: the B-17G Flying Fortress known as “Sally B.” This legendary warbird, maintained at IWM Duxford, soared overhead at Ragley Hall with its distinctive roar, reminding us of the many crews who once flew in similar machines.
A Living Chapter of History
The B-17G Sally B has a rich story. It first entered service in 1945 and now stands as the only airworthy example of its type in Europe. Restored to its wartime appearance, complete with authentic markings and vivid engine cowl patterns, the aircraft carries both the weight and the memory of those who flew in it during the war.
When Sally B took to the sky above Ragley Hall, its deep, resonant engines and commanding presence spoke to a generation of aircrews whose stories remain part of our shared past.
Midlands Air Festival Moments
The festival’s program featured a broad mix of aircraft. However, Sally B’s midday fly-past captured many hearts. The crowd watched in quiet awe as its four engines rumbled across Warwickshire, setting a tone of respectful reflection punctuated by the thrill of seeing a real piece of living history in motion.
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