Description B-25J Mitchell 'Strafing Babes'. Versatile WWII US Air Force twin-engine medium bomber named in memory of US General William "Billy" Mitchell who'd advocated the USA's increased air power after WWI, and became known as the 'father of the US Air Force'. The “J” was the final variant, first operational in 1944 and produced in the greatest numbers. • Markings for 2 aircraft:(1) B-25J-22-NC, s/n 44-29590, 17th TRS/71st TRG, Lingayen, 1945;(2) B-25J-6-NC, s/n 43-27
