MMP Books 50876 Swedish Fortresses The Boeing F-17 Fortress in civil and military service EN

MMP Books 50876 Swedish Fortresses The Boeing F-17 Fortress in civil and military service EN is a unique publication from Stratus/MMP Books, dedicated to aviation enthusiasts, plastic modelers, and WWII history researchers. This richly illustrated hardcover album, in English (A4 format, 128 pages, including as many as 64 in full color), is one of the most detailed studies on the American Boeing B-17 bombers that ended up in Sweden as a result of internment during World War II.

• The book focuses on the civilian versions of the legendary Boeing B-17 bomber, converted and operated in Sweden as the F-17—both in civil and military aviation.
• It describes the fate of all B-17/F-17 aircraft that made emergency landings in neutral Sweden between 1943 and 1945, presenting their service in Scandinavian airlines and postwar use—especially the famous "Shoo Shoo Shoo Baby" airframe.
• The book covers subsequent stages of the bombers’ operation: from USAAF missions, through internment, to service in ABA (Aero Transport Aktiebolag), use in France, and restoration by American aviation museums.
• A key supplement consists of large fold-out A2 inserts with plans in 1/72 scale as well as beautiful color profiles and paint schemes of all Swedish B-17/F-17 variants. The largest sheet measures an impressive 60 cm—an excellent aid for modelers building 1/72 scale or larger replicas.
• The publication is aimed at intermediate and advanced aviation modelers and collectors who want to faithfully recreate Swedish B-17 / F-17 variants, as well as WWII aviation historians and enthusiasts. The book includes unique archival photos, maps, and operational tables.
• Category: Modeling book with 1/72 scale plans and color aircraft profiles.
• Material: high-quality coated paper, hardcover, A2 inserts.
• We recommend this product to all modelers looking to expand their knowledge and collection of B-17 plans—period: World War II and postwar era up to the 1960s.
• Difficulty of use: 2/5—the book is clear and understandable even for beginner aviation history and modeling enthusiasts.

By choosing MMP Books 50876 Swedish Fortresses, you will get a unique source of inspiration, extensive plans, and a wealth of technical details—a must-have for every advanced modeler and aviation history fan!