B-17 Flying Fortress “Sally B” photographed in flight over the North Sea at sunset by Russell Mason. A striking tribute to WWII aviation and air-to-air photography.
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The B-17 Flying Fortress “Sally B” is Europe’s only airworthy example of the iconic American WWII bomber. Based at IWM Duxford, Sally B serves as a flying memorial to the thousands of USAAF airmen who lost their lives during the war. This aircraft is instantly recognizable by its black-and-yellow checkerboard engine cowling—a tribute to the late Ted White, who helped preserve her legacy.
This dramatic air-to-air photograph was taken by renowned aviation photographer Russell Mason, capturing Sally B in flight over the North Sea during a golden sunset. The image showcases the aircraft’s powerful silhouette against a glowing horizon, evoking the spirit of wartime missions flown from the UK across hostile skies.
Printed on archival-quality paper, this photo is a tribute to both the aircraft’s enduring legacy and the artistry of aerial photography.
