The B-17

[Paul Taylor]

I had the honor to lead an active duty, Air Force crew out of Eaker AF Base, that assisted in the first restoration of the Memphis Belle, that we moved to Mud Island, Memphis TN. 1987. Got to spend time with the original crew and Marget Polk, the "Memphis Belle" herself. These are the waist gunners Winchell and Nastal and myself.
Norm

Never knew you had a part in bringing the Belle to Mud Island Norm. Cool stories. I went to see her when I lived close to Memphis with my boys. It was in the late 90’s. I was saddened to see that the city was not keeping it safe and maintained. Parts we obviously taken, birds nesting in openings. Covered in bird poop it was not going to last. I was glad someone bought it now displayed in a museum.

[Uncle Jimby]

Ok, when do we get to see the finished electric version?

Later this year, I hope.  Gotta finish Systrema 3 first.

[wwwarbird]

Later this year, I hope.  Gotta finish Systrema 3 first.

 Sounds good, keep us posted!