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The Widow Makers
Published 7 years, 6 months ago
Description
Widow Maker is an epitaph attached to aircraft that present a particular risk to the life of the pilot. Many times this name is inappropriately used but in some cases, sadly, it is all too valid. This is the story of two such aircraft.
The Martin B-26B Marauder.
A USAF recruitment poster featuring the Marauder.
Chuck Yeager in the NF104, an aircraft that would nearly kill him after he lost control and ejected. His helmet was punctured and the oxygen within caught fire badly burning him.
The F104A.
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