42-30307

Shot down by Italian-captured P-38G near Torvajanica over Med.Sea-8/11/43 -w/ Al Frensel. 7 chutes seen, 3 rescued. after 60 hrs.

Aircraft: B-17
Tail/Serial Number: 42-30307
Model: B-17F-95-BO
Delivery: Cheyenne-5/11/43
DateAssigned: St. Donat-7/1/43

Group and Squadrons(s) Assigned:
301 BG (419 SQ)


Plane Nose Art Names: Bonnie Sue

MACR: 00490 A/C Details Sea-8/11/43 -w/ Al Frensel. 7 chutes seen, 3 rescued. after 60 hrs.

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