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WWII B-17 bomber makes rough landing at Van Nuys

Los Angeles, USA - There were no injuries reported

A vintage World War II-era B-17 bomber named "Aluminum Overcast" made a belly landing at Van Nuys Airport Wednesday after its landing gear collapsed. The four-propeller aircraft, on a nationwide "Salute to Veterans" tour, landed about 4:28pm on the main runway at Van Nuys. The accident left the bomber blocking the longest runway at Van Nuys, which is one of the world's busiest general aviation airport,...

AVIONEWS - World Aeronautical Press Agency - 62940
Rome, Italy, 05/06/2004 17:12
AVIONEWS - World Aeronautical Press Agency

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