What Distinguishes the B-24 Liberator from Other WWII Bombers?
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What Distinguishes the B-24 Liberator from Other WWII Bombers?
During World War II, the US Army Air Force called for a bomber with a larger bomb load, greater speed, and much greater range than its rivals, particularly the B-17. To achieve this, Consolidated Aircraft used the radical Davis wing in the construction of the new, innovative B-24 Liberator. This new “high aspect ratio” wing (long and narrow) provided greater lift and reduced drag. It allowed the B-24 to carry more fuel efficiently and fly furthe…
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