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Old 22nd February 2014, 21:59
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Re: Lancaster Mid-upper arc of fire

Not sure of the details on the Lancaster, but some US bomber turrets had adjustable stops or cut out mechanisms (like the tabo arms) that were subject to drift over time. I recall a few examples of US bombers hitting themselves in combat as a result.
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