Lancaster B Mk LVII

GPTKB entity

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Predicate Object
gptkbp:instance_of gptkb:aircraft
gptkbp:bfsLayer 5
gptkbp:bfsParent gptkb:Lancaster_B_Mk_I
gptkbp:aircraft_operated gptkb:aircraft
gptkb:Lancaster_family
strategic bombing missions
many skilled pilots served
gptkbp:armament up to 22,000 lb of bombs
gptkbp:bomb_load varied by mission
gptkbp:casualties few preserved examples
gptkbp:climb_rate 1,200 ft/min
gptkbp:composed_of large bomb bay
gptkbp:crew gptkb:architect
gptkb:hospital
gptkb:television_series
gptkb:boxing_match
high safety standards
gunners
extensive training required
bomb aimer
wireless operator
gptkbp:debut_year gptkb:1942
gptkbp:engine gptkb:Rolls-Royce_Merlin
gptkbp:engine_type liquid-cooled V12
gptkbp:features four-engine design
gptkbp:fighting_style highly effective in raids
gptkbp:first_flight 1941
gptkbp:fuel_capacity 2,000 gallons
gptkbp:height 20 ft 3 in
gptkbp:historical_impact significant impact on air warfare.
gptkbp:historical_significance major role in Allied victory
https://www.w3.org/2000/01/rdf-schema#label Lancaster B Mk LVII
gptkbp:is_popular_in featured in films and documentaries
gptkbp:landing_gear tricycle gear
gptkbp:legacy iconic WWII aircraft
gptkbp:length 69 ft 6 in
gptkbp:manufacturer gptkb:Avro
gptkbp:max_speed 287 mph
gptkbp:max_takeoff_weight 69,000 lb
gptkbp:military_technology limited use in other conflicts
gptkbp:nickname gptkb:Lancaster
gptkbp:notable_operations gptkb:Dambusters_Raid
gptkbp:number_built 3,000+
gptkbp:operational_history extensive use in WWII
gptkbp:origin British design
gptkbp:primary_user gptkb:military_base
gptkbp:range 2,530 miles
gptkbp:retirement_year gptkb:1963
bombing raids
scrapped or preserved
gptkbp:role strategic bombing
gptkbp:service_ceiling 24,000 ft
gptkbp:services gptkb:1942
1942-1963
gptkbp:tail_type twin tail fins
gptkbp:variant gptkb:noble_title
gptkbp:wingspan high-mounted
102 ft 0 in