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A B-29-30-BW. The next one was lost according to Baugher...any info on this one?

42-24474 (462nd BG) lost Aug 20, 1944. MACR 10126
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A B-29-30-BW. The next one was lost according to Baugher...any info on this one?

42-24474 (462nd BG) lost Aug 20, 1944. MACR 10126


42-24473 (231st Base Unit) Struck off charge 12/21/1949 reclaimed at Pyote,Texas.

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Notice the different reflections of metal.


If memory serves, a special high-strength alloy was used in on some of the wing and fuselage skins, hence a different finish (magnesium, maybe?) Of course, the rudder and other control surfaces were fabric, covered with aluminum dope.

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