The Experimental Aircraft Association’s B-17G-VE, Serial Number 44-85740, nicknamed, Aluminum Overcast, was originally delivered to the U.S. Army Air Corps in May of 1945. Now Fully Restored Aluminum Overcast proudly carries the colors of the 398th Bomb Group of WWII, which flew hundreds of missions over Nazi-held territory during the war. Veterans of the 398th actually helped fnance Aluminum Overcast’s restoration.
When Aluminum Overcast is on tour, aviation enthusiasts can actually walk through the historic B-17 Flying Fortress. If they wish, they can even take a trip back in time and feel the might of this awesome WWII Bomber through the flight experience program. Half hour flights are available at all tour stops.
Take an Interactive Tour of Aluminum Overcast and see a really interesting perspective of a B-17 Flying Fortress from a well executed interface.