Boeing YB-40 Flying Fortress
Bomber aircraft
The Boeing YB-40 Flying Fortress was a modification for operational testing purposes of the B-17 Flying Fortress bomber aircraft, converted to act as a heavily armed gunship to support other bombers during World War II. Wikipedia
Manufacturer: Vega Aircraft Corporation
Top speed: 292 mph
Range: 2,262 mi
Introduced: May 29, 1943
Engine type: Wright R-1820 Cyclone
First flight: November 10, 1942
Cruise speed: 196 mph