Lancaster B Mk LXXIV

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
strategic bombing
many notable RAF pilots flew the Lancaster
gptkbp:armament up to 14,000 lb of bombs
gptkbp:bomb_load can carry a variety of bombs
gptkbp:casualties several preserved examples
gptkbp:combat_role bombing missions
gptkbp:composed_of large bomb bay for heavy ordnance
gptkbp:crew gptkb:television_series
extensive training required
pilot, co-pilot, navigator, bomb aimer, wireless operator, flight engineer, rear gunner
gptkbp:engine gptkb:Rolls-Royce_Merlin
1,600 hp per engine
gptkbp:engine_type V12 piston engine
gptkbp:features high wing configuration
gptkbp:first_flight 1941
gptkbp:height 5.1 m
gptkbp:historical_significance one of the most effective bombers of WWII
https://www.w3.org/2000/01/rdf-schema#label Lancaster B Mk LXXIV
gptkbp:is_popular_in featured in films and documentaries
gptkbp:is_used_by gptkb:military_base
gptkbp:legacy remains a symbol of RAF bravery
gptkbp:length 20.1 m
gptkbp:manufacturer gptkb:Avro
gptkbp:max_speed 466 km/h
gptkbp:military_technology used in various roles after WWII
gptkbp:mission gptkb:Operation_Chastise
gptkbp:nickname gptkb:Lancaster
gptkbp:notable_operations gptkb:Dambusters_Raid
gptkbp:number_built over 7,300
gptkbp:operational_range 1,500 miles
gptkbp:origin British design
gptkbp:production_years 1941-1946
gptkbp:range 2,530 km
gptkbp:retirement_year gptkb:1963
strategic bombing campaign
gptkbp:role strategic bombing
gptkbp:seating_capacity up to 22,000 lb
gptkbp:service_ceiling 6,000 m
gptkbp:service_history served in WWII
gptkbp:services gptkb:1942
gptkbp:variant gptkb:noble_title
gptkbp:wingspan 31.09 m