Marauder — B-26
Early in the war, the B-26 gained a dangerous reputation due to its high landing speeds and a series of training accidents.
: It survived over 1,000 hits from flak and bullets without ever losing a single crew member. B-26 Marauder
: You can see it today undergoing conservation at the Steven F. Udvar-Hazy Center in Virginia. 📊 Quick Stats Early in the war, the B-26 gained a
: After pilots were better trained on its unique flight characteristics and tactics shifted to medium-altitude bombing , it became a powerhouse of precision and survivability. 🛠️ Combat Legend: Flak-Bait No individual B-26 is more famous than Flak-Bait . Early in the war
: Over 5,200 units built by the Glenn L. Martin Company.