What a majestic aircraft. Good to see her in the air.
The other day I saw a young boy out for a walk with his mom. I hear him yell "Oh my God!" and at the same time, I hear the unmistakable rumble of WWII radials. I look out my window and see a B-17 flying south at low level along the foothills (I think it was the Collings Foundation B-17, on the way back to Colorado Springs - I heard it was there recently for a visit).
It just struck me, this scene could've been played out exactly the same 60+ years ago. Such a large aircraft at a low altitude, with 4 thunderous engines. Immediately impressive to kids everywhere, even so many years later.
Heartfelt thanks to all those dedicated crews who work to keep these warbirds in the air. <S>
