With the tragic crash of a World War II B-17 bomber into an airport building at Bradley International Airport in Windsor Locks, Connecticut during a living history presentation by the Collings Foundation, legislators have started to question whether these historic and iconic World War II-era planes are safe to fly in modern times. No matter the outcome of this discussion, these planes were an important part of world history and very few remain intact today. You’ll find more often abandoned World War II planes that are now rotting and falling apart in forests, pastures, and under the ocean waters.
A significant number of World War II planes have crashed or been abandoned during the war and in the decades since. Discovering how these planes have weathered over time is both interesting and heartbreaking, especially for those fascinated by World War II history. Here is a list of some of the abandoned World War II planes around the world. Some of which can still be seen today, whether on land or as a sunken vessel in the ocean. If you love military history, be sure to SHARE these incredible photos with your friends.
