Junkers JU-88 U.S. Air Force following an inexplicable engine failure

following an inexplicable engine failure in Colorado

Douglas D-558-2 Skyrocket airplane model

on August 26

serving in various roles from bombing to special missions and troop transport

Wingspan 17 3/8 inches

Junkers JU-88 U.S. Air Force following an inexplicable engine failureJunkers JU 88 model. This German two five seat bomber, close support aircraft, night fighter and reconnaissance aircraft was in service 1939 1945. With the Mosquito the Ju 88 ranks as the most versatile combat machine of all time. It was originally designed by a small group led by two Americans who were experienced in modern all metal "stressed skin" construction, and the first prototype flew in December 1936. It gained speed records, but the design