19 ft. B-17 Flying Fortress - Aluminum Overcast 

Besides the absolute beauty of this aircraft and the work to build and fly is the appreciation of our American aircraft for the other nations people to build and display them. Same as at our fields when we see the German, British, Russian aircraft and more...simple put, we all love the FLYING MACHINE! We the viewers cannot thank you enough for the total enjoyment of the art of flight........

Hello Captain, nice to have you here. Many thanks for your kind comment. much appreciated !!!

this is the first RC replica i've ever seen that looks like it has the same flying characteristics as the real plane, the proportional acceleration and the way it drifts on takeoff. Most RC replicas are over powered and over propped which makes them look twitchy and unrealistic in flight but this one appears to lumber and struggle on takeoff like the real thing. the power to weight ratio on this RC has to be close to what the original B17's were.... Good Job!!!

Hello Chad. Many thanks to you for watching and commenting. Other, more powerful engines were recently mounted and as well new 3 blade props.

Appreciate seeing the amazing accomplishments of modeling scaled aircraft. Truely is a treat in seeing this tribute to American aircraft. My hat is off to you sir. Brought tears to my eyes watching her take to the skies. Thank you for sharing. Canada

Two dislikes? How? I flew R/C planes for years (I guess in the early days...). I sure love seeing these videos. I thought 1/4 scale with four cycle glow engines was something. It takes me back. Thank you so much.

That is one of the finest pieces of flying art I have seen, I'd love to watch is in person some day. The attention to detail is difficult to find words for. I am beyond impressed. I have to add this, I caught myself clapping my hands upon observing the landing, just so realistic, made me think I was in that space and time when they were doing their real life work. Thank you for sharing this, I enjoyed it tremendously.

Incredible aircraft. My dad was a lead pilot in the 398th bomb group so this model is particularly significant. I showed him the video and he thought it was amazing. Thanks for posting and making his day!

I just spent the last 30+ minutes watching the Flickr slideshow. What a fantastic aircraft. It's good to know there are still people out there putting in this kind of effort!

Great flying this amazing plane of yesterday. My mother worked on building the leading edge in between the two engines when she was in her 20's. Thanks for keeping the history going about the airframe.

I have been a static scale model airplane builder all my life, been fortunate enough to win some awards at model contests during those years. I just wanted you to know that I think your Big Fort is a real work of art. It's absolutely gorgeous with regards to the lines of the airframe, down to the smallest details. I wished the props could be scale replica's of the standard 3 bladed props but still, the aircraft is an absolute love of art. I tip my hat to the builder of the aircraft, the painter, the person that weathered the Natural metal look as well. In every aspect, it looks like the real thing and sounds like one too. I can't find a better way of complimenting the effort that went into making this bird. Thank you again for posting this video to share with us. Many, Many Thanks.

Eight years ago, I took a ride in the EAA Aluminum Overcast at EAA. How exciting it was. I was so inspired by the ride, at later fly-ins, I rode their B-25 and their Ford Tri Motor. Three chances of a lifetime, eh? I'm so fortunate!

Masterful rendition of a great warbird. Excellent piloting skills as well. Congratulations!

Vielen Dank für die Komplimente. Auch ich wünsche Peter, dass er noch lange mit seinem Meisterwerk Spass haben wird. Viele Grüße, RCSA

Thank you very much Orie, for your superb comment, which I greatly appreciate. Until now nobody noticed, that just before lift off, the rudder was without function. Before lift off Peter has to correct on the runway with the aileron (the plane slightly tipped to the right). He did a great job flying it under this conditions and he brought it back safely. Best regards, RCSA

This is one beautiful warbird and a wonderful accomplishment. Thumbs up from New Jersey,USA

Eine B-17 auf friedlicher Mission... ich bin gerade sprachlos... sowas hab ich noch nie gesehen oder gehört... diese Maschine ist die ABSOLUTE KRÖNUNG!!! ... Das Flugbild und der Sound sind einmalig... ich liebe dieses Bild...

I flew on the real one. Was a dream come true! A very worthy RC, this one is. A tribute to a great plane!

Peter, congratulations. A beautifully built and flown model. You impressed me by staying calm when the cowl popped on one of the engines, and you had one of them stop. Nice landing. Over all a very impressive display. Rob

I got a chance to see the real "Aluminium Overcast" May, 2013. I took many photos and my I say, whoever built this aircraft did one hell of a job on replicating the real bird. My hats off to you all! She's got a pretty good pilot as well.

With nose art this time. Very nice. II have had the fortune to see the real plane and many others close up and all together. Awesome to see them fly over your back yard.

Many thanks Christopher for your nice comment and compliments. Much appreciated ! Yes, it would be great to see it on tv. The next project of this club is to build 4 giant Junkers Ju-188 ... and they has already started !!! Best regards, RCSA

Many thank's Pete !!! Until now nobody noticed, that just before lift off, the rudder was without function. Before lift off Peter has to correct on the runway with the aileron (the plane slightly tipped to the right). He did a great job flying it under this conditions and he brought it back safely. Best regards, Horst

Terrific model! - best B-17 RC model I've ever seen and terrific flight! Kudos!

Besten Dank Markus für Deinen tollen Kommenatr !

A thing of beauty. I can only admire the skill and hard work it takes to built something like that.

Many thanks for your great comment. You're right ... the "Falcon Wings" are really fantastic guys and we have always a lot of fun at the airfield. Best regards, RCSA

Exceptional plane,Have never seen one fly in real life but have to belive it would not sound much diffrent than this model,very realistic landing with 1 engine out like they used to come home after a mission all those years ago,great vid as usual,pilot flew it very well. Thanks for the vid.

what a beautiful job on that aircraft! To me you did the B-17 proud with the craftsman ship of the build!

Yes, the rudder was without function and only the tail wheel turned. Peter did a great job flying it under this conditions.

Hoffe für dem Besitzer, dass alles eine lange Zeit gut bleibt und nichts passiert. Natürlich werde ich in kürze wieder gucken wenn du ein neues video vom Flieger hast.Echt ein tolles Modell. Viele Grüße, Joel

great vid horst, you nearly got wiped out at 1.25 - lol, gorgeous aircraft and well filmed my friend - regards pete,

Many thanks Rafael for your kind comment. Much appreciated !!!

this channel is going to very hit now

Well Done. Absolutely the best RC sound I have ever heard! It would stir the soul of any WWII warrior who is still among us. My father, god rest him, would have killed to marvel at such a sight. I'm so so impressed by your talent.

Hi, I'm an airline pilot and also fly RC but this airplane is beautiful. The pilot technique and detailed almost scale flying is great. Congratulations ,nice model and nice flying....best luck ever

looks and sounds like the real deal

Many thanks Morris for your Kind comment. Much appreciated. Best regards, RCSA

Thank's Mike for your nice comment, which I greatly appreciate.

Many thanks Mike for your great comment. Also I've never seen a real B-17 ... I missed it at the Hahnweide Air Show in 2009 and it was only 45 miles from my home. What a shame :( One day I should visit the "Flying Legends Air Show" at Duxford U.K. Best regards, Horst

Many thanks Stig, for your kind comment. The video Oberhausen 2013 is under work and will be uploaded soon. Also thank you for your subscription to my channel, which I appreciate very much!!! Best regards, Horst

Sehr beeindruckend, sowohl das Modell, als auch die perfekte Flugvorführung! Wünsche "many, many happy landings!"

Thanks for your kind comment. Yes, the engine hood opened because it was not properly locked. This airfield is normally used by full scale aircraft.

Many thanks Eduardo for your compliments !!!

I don't think I've ever seen a model look and fly in such a realistic manner. Remarkable.

Many thanks Bob, for your cool comment. Much appreciated ! ! !

Vielen Dank Joel. Peter wird kein Risiko eingehen und nur fliegen, wenn alles passt. Ich freue mich schon auf den nächsten Flug. Bis dann ... viele Grüße, Horst

I'm from Brazil, I've never watched a so great flight like that! It was fantastic!

I just came across this beauty, OUTSTANDING B-17. Great job sir.

Many thanks for your kind comment. The rudder linkage had come loose at the start. Therefore Peter had to correct the B-17 with the ailerons.

What a really beutiful plane. Superb detail and it even sounds real. Credit to all the hours that have been put into building it. Thank you for the vid. John Kinnane Tasmania Australia

I got to ride in Aluminum overcast. It was one of the greatest experiences of my life. Your model is completely awesome! Thanks for sharing. Oh yea, one giant thumbs up!!!

What a beautiful aircraft. What a great engine sound. Very expertly flown. Wonderful!!

Many thanks Tim for your kind comment. I'm glad to know you like it ! Best regards, Horst

You will see it for sure, Victor !

Many thanks for your kind comment, Graham. Much appreciated !

Many thanks Bengt for your kind comment. You're right. I always get hearthbeat behind the camera. It's very impressive to see it live! Best regards, Horst

Very nice, that's a great playing, thank you for making it, posting it on RU-vid.Now make a whole squadron of them, you can do it. thanks again. from Utah.

Das ist eine hammer B-17 mir fehlen echt die worte und erst der sound unglaublich. Da kann man nur sagen hoffenlich wird sie ewig fliegen.Viele Grüsse und gut Flug

Besten Dank. Freut mich, dass es gefällt !!!

You're completely right. He did a great job on flying it with the appearing difficulties during flight. Best regards, Horst

Many thanks for your compliments!

Gracias José Luis, por tus cumplidos. Me alegro de que te guste el video. Saludos, RCSA

We don't know but Peter is working hard to solve this issue !

Thanks for your kind comment, which are greatly appreciated !!!

Vielen Dank Christian für Deinen tollen Kommentar und Komplimente. Beste Grüße, Horst

Thank you Nicholas. I'm sure that Peter is very proud of his B-17

Thank you very much for your great comment which I really appreciate.

Thank you so much for your kind comment, Emil. Much appreciated !!!

THX four watching, Theo !

Hi Klaus, es freut mich sehr, Deinen Kommentar zu lesen. Ich habe nichts dagegen, wenn Du hin und wieder hier vorbei schaust. Jetzt geht die Saison erst richtig los. Da kommen noch viele fette Brummer :) Viele Grüße, Horst

I got to ride in the real one in 2003, this beautiful model, flown well brought back good memories! Thank you for this video!

We are totally "Impressed", well done, fantastic flying. What an accomplishment.

Thank you Omhra for your compliments! You're always welcome. Best regards, RCSA

Even more impressive after viewing all of the pictures that were taken during assembly!

Keep'em flyin'! I appreciate anyone that builds such a magnificent R/C aircraft. The time and effort is seen in the faces of those that witness the graceful lift-off and touchdown. I've flown the F-16 in my career yet my excitement is getting a ride in a B-17. My wife got me a ticket to ride in one this year.

Thank you very much Jeffery, for your compliments. Much appreciated. Stay tuned. Best regards, RCSA

Thank you very much for your compliments. Much appreciated.

Many thanks for your compliments. Much appreciated !

Many thanks Ricardo. Much appreciated !

superbly flown! superbly build! thats craftmanship! Congratulations!!!!

Wow! Stunning Flying Fortress! What dedication and craftsmanship it took to accomplish a build of this caliper. Outstanding pilot also! Great video, thank you for sharing...

coolest B-17 model I have ever seen!

Many thank's Pete. This is a completely scratch built from blueprint. Have a look to the picture gallery (link in the video description). Best regards, RCSA

Many thank's Sean. The engines were actually replaced by KOLM EZ65 which are more powerful. Now, the B17 flies with 3-blade propellers. You can see and hear it on my latest video where the B-17 flies together with 6 other warbirds. Best regards, RCSA

Thank's Rob for your compliments. I'm sure that Peter will appreciate it !!! Best regards, RCSA

Thank you very much James, for your great comment which I really appreciate.

Thank you for the compliments. We will do our very best !!! Best regards, RCSA

Many thanks for your kind comment !!!

Another great video of a really great job of realism and sound.

What a Marvelous Plane.... My friends father was a gunner in the B-17! I am going to send him your video, so he can send this to his dad! Beautiful landing by the way and NICE flying too! God Bless and thanks for sharing!

Thanks Daniel. We will try to put a GoPro on it in August. Best regards, RCSA

Many thanks Chris, for your great comment !!!

Thank you for your compliments. Much appreciated !!!

Thanks Peter. Much appreciated.

Truly an amazing aircraft and flight. You should be very proud of your accomplishment.

That is one amazing B-17! Excellent craftsmanship - enjoyed your build photos as well. Congratulations on successful flights, despite an engine stopping and a hatch opening.

Thank you Romao for your kind comment. Much appreciated !!! Best regards, RCSA

Yes, it would be cool to spend a weekend together. Thank's to YOU for your kind comments, my friend !!! Best regards, RCSA

Thank you Matthew for your kind comment ! Having two flights with two engine shut-off's means that it's not very relaxing for the pilot. At the 2nd flight only one engine failed. After touchdown the ignition of the inner engines were shut down. It seams that the 42cc engines are overstressed and therefore they were replaced by bigger (65cc) one.