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Jack Bally’1/3 scale, manned B-17G reproduction (N413ME) has hit the market.

The Illinois-based machine was built over a 17-year period using 1/9 scale RC model aircraft plans and carries a single pilot. It is powered by four Hirth 4-cylinder 2-stroke engines, spans 34′ 7″ and contains more than 25,000 rivets. It has reportedly flown 55 hrs (most recently to EAA Airventure 2018) and is experimental certified.

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Jack Bally’1/3 scale, manned B-17G reproduction will reportedly attend the AirVenture 2018 fly-in this summer.

The Illinois-based machine was built over a 17 year period using 1/9 scale RC model aircraft plans and carries a single pilot. It is powered by four Hirth 3002 4-cylinder 2-stroke engines, spans 34′ 7″ and weighs an estimated 1,800 lbs empty – a far cry from the full-scale machine’s 36,134 lb weight. It received its airworthiness certification in October 2016 and performed its maiden flight on November 14th of that year.

The aircraft, also known as “Obsession,” is expected to be on display throughout the week, during which time it will reportedly be alternated between between Boeing Plaza and the Replica Fighters Association. Exact details will be announced as the event draws closer.

AirVenture 2018 is scheduled to take place at Wittman Regional Airport in Oshkosh, Wisconsin from July 23-29.

(via EAA Photo via Bally Bomber)