Source:
www.framlingham.co.uk
| General | |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer: | Boeing |
| Production-Block: | , B-17G-85-BO: 43-38274 to 43-38473 |
| Operational History | |
|---|---|
| Bomb Group: | , 390th Bomb Group |
| Bomb Squadron: | , 570th Bomb Squadron, 571st Bomb Squadron |
| RCL | FC-K, DI-H |
| Fate: |
, Returned to the USA (03 July 1945) |
| Missions: | 60 |
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History of
B-17 43-38470 / Raincheck
Delivered Cheyenne 7/8/44; Lincoln 15/8/44; Grenier 2/9/44; Assigned 571BS/390BG [FC-K] Framlingham 5/9/44; transferred 570BS [DI-H]; Returned to the USA Bradley 3/7/45; 4168 Base Unit, South Plains, Texas 6/7/45; Reconstruction Finance Corporation (sold for scrap metal in USA) Kingman 14/12/45. RAIN CHECK.
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This page was last updated on 31 January 2021
07. November 2020 access_time 2:42
I have photos of several planes, including “Raincheck” if you want them.
09. August 2022 access_time 2:18
Do you still have these photos? My grandfather was a navigator on Raincheck
07. June 2024 access_time 23:46
The father of the “best man” in our wedding was the Captain. His name was Elton “Rudy” C. Rabe. I knew him well and was told several stories.
25. June 2024 access_time 3:12
My Dad was Radio Operator on Rain Check. I’m sure they knew each other !!
07. June 2024 access_time 23:47
I knew the captain, Rudy Rabe, very well. I would love to see some photos.
11. June 2024 access_time 18:26
My Dad was the Radio Operator on this B-17. Any pictures you be may have are greatly appreciated!!
03. April 2025 access_time 1:06
Yes, I would love to have any pictures you have of Raincheck. Gladly reimburse you.. thanks!!