Permalink: http://www.boeingimages.com/archive/First-Swedish-Converted-B-17F--Felix--Airliner-2JRSXLJVF4OC.htmlCopyright © Boeing. All Rights Reserved.View Photo/Video onlyConceptually similarB-17F Flying Fortress Bombadier's and Navigator's CompartmentB-17F Flying Fortress NoseB-17F Flying Fortress Pilot's CompartmentB-17D Flying Fortress Flight LineB-17F Flying Fortress Forward Section ArmamentB-17G Flying Fortress with New Cheek GunsB-17F Flying Fortress in the Factory, Building 12B-17G Flying Fortress Cheek GunsB-17F Flying Fortress in FlightView AllView more with similar tones First Swedish-Converted B-17F "Felix" AirlinerSelect usageWhat Type of Order?Usage:This Douglas-built B-17F was the first of seven former U.S. Army Air Force Flying Fortresses to be converted in a "Felix" airliner by Swedish aircraft and auto manuifacturer Saab during World War II. The company advertised the conversion program using the biblical quote, "From swords into plowshares," signifying conversion of the former warbirds to peaceful use. Five went to Swedish airlines ABA and SILA (Swedish Intercontinental Airlines), and two were sold to DDL (Danish Airlines). The Felixes served the airlines until 1948, when the last was retired.BI47165 (83995)Maximum size:5041px × 3061px (~44 MB)16.8in × 10.2in (300dpi)License type:Rights ManagedKeywords:1940s-B-17F Flying Fortress-Boeing-clouds-commercial airline livery-commercial passenger planes-copy space-day-ground shots-half-length views-historic production status-left side views-main landing gears-nose sections-propellers-shadows-Sweden-tarmac-vintage / retroRelated Photo/Videos:View All