Production-block:
B-17F-5-BO: 41-24390 to 41-24439
Manufacturer:
Boeing
- Bomb Group:
- 19th Bomb Group
- Bomb Squadron:
- 30th Bomb Squadron
Fate:
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History of
B-17 41-24427
Delivered Cheyenne 1/7/42; Assigned 30BS/19BG Mareeba, Aus 21/8/42; Missing in Action on mission 15/9/42 with Capt Robert Williams, Co-pilot: Bob Wilson, Navigator: Bill Dietch, Bombardier: Marion Wheeler, Flight engineer/top turret gunner: Marion Taylor, Radio Operator: Bill Lewis, Ball turret gunner: Tom Cotner, Waist gunner: Glen Calick,Tail gunner: Ernie Pugh (9 Killed in Action). Simply no conctact after leaving Rabaul.
Last updated: 5. July 2017
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26. October 2024 access_time 18:49
Hi my name is Josh Cotner. My grandfather was Theadore Cotner. He was the twin brother of Tom Cotner who was a gunner on this B17. I was told about the story of him being shot down over the Pacific and lost. I would love any further information or stories related to him or the crew he flew with.
24. April 2025 access_time 4:44
Hi Josh, my Great Grandfather was Glenn Keclik. is there a way I can contact you regarding the latest discoveries regarding B-17F #41-24427? Thanks so much
26. April 2025 access_time 7:10
Hi Josh, so glad to see your post. Are you aware that the crash site for this B-17 was located? I encourage you to contact the DPAA as soon as possible to register as a family contact for Tom Cotner. I know one of the families of this crew would like to be in touch with you. I will ask them comment here to connect with you. Here is the link to the DPAA profile for Thomas Cotner: https://dpaa-mil.sites.crmforce.mil/dpaaProfile?id=a0Jt000001dWNd7EAG
26. April 2025 access_time 12:08
Hello Josh, my name is Chantel Burkhart. I am Sgt Glenn C. Keclik’s Great Granddaughter. My family would love to connect with you regarding the recent discoveries of the crash site being found. The DPAA is requesting DNA from family members. I look forward to hearing from you soon. Kindest regards, Chantel B.
26. April 2025 access_time 12:44
I would love to connect, Josh. My great grandfather is Sgt Glenn Keclik. We have a lot of interesting and updated info about the discovery, including photos, files from the DPAA etc. I would love to share and collaborate.