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gptkbp:instance_of
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gptkb:aircraft
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gptkbp:aircraft_operated
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gptkb:aircraft
gptkb:Memphis_Belle_crew
strategic bombing
multiple configurations
distinctive silhouette
in aviation history
65,000 lb
high performance in combat
defensive armament
multi-engine aircraft
detailed technical data
recognized as a historical aircraft
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gptkbp:armament
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13 .50 caliber machine guns
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gptkbp:bomb_load
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up to 8,000 lb
precision bombing
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gptkbp:casualties
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several preserved in museums
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gptkbp:combat_radius
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1,500 miles
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gptkbp:crew
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gptkb:10
intensive training required
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gptkbp:cultural_impact
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featured in films and media
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gptkbp:decommissioned
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1960s
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gptkbp:engine
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1,200 hp per engine
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gptkbp:engine_type
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gptkb:Wright_R-1820_Cyclone
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gptkbp:features
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high-wing design
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gptkbp:filmography
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gptkb:World_War_II
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gptkbp:first_flight
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1938
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gptkbp:height
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19 ft 1 in
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gptkbp:historical_significance
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icon of American air power
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https://www.w3.org/2000/01/rdf-schema#label
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B-17 G-LO
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gptkbp:influenced_by
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gptkb:B-17_E
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gptkbp:is_used_by
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gptkb:aircraft
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gptkbp:legacy
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influenced future bombers
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gptkbp:length
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74 ft 4 in
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gptkbp:losses
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significant during WWII
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gptkbp:manufacturer
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gptkb:aircraft
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gptkbp:max_speed
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287 mph
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gptkbp:military_branch
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served in multiple theaters
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gptkbp:military_technology
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used in various roles
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gptkbp:mission
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D-Day bombing runs
bombing raids over Europe
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gptkbp:nickname
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gptkb:Flying_Fortress
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gptkbp:notable_battle
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extensive in Europe
significant in WWII history
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gptkbp:number_built
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over 12,700
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gptkbp:operational_area
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various squadrons
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gptkbp:operational_history
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served in multiple conflicts
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gptkbp:range
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3,750 miles
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gptkbp:retirement_year
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1960s
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gptkbp:role
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gptkb:aircraft
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gptkbp:seating_capacity
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4,800 lb
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gptkbp:service_ceiling
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35,600 ft
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gptkbp:services
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1941
1941-1960s
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gptkbp:successor
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gptkb:aircraft
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gptkbp:variant
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gptkb:B-17_F
gptkb:B-17_G
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gptkbp:wingspan
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103 ft 9 in
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gptkbp:bfsParent
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gptkb:B-17_G
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gptkbp:bfsLayer
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4
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