Aircraft and Bombing Operations Quiz

What does the sound of flak hitting an aircraft resemble?

• Raindrops on a window

• Hail hitting a car

• Wind blowing through trees

• Thunder in the distance

What type of bombs did the Lancaster aircraft drop?

• Biological bombs

• Nuclear bombs

• High explosive and incendiary bombs

• Chemical bombs

How did the aircraft's flight change after dropping a large bomb?

• It spun uncontrollably

• It remained stable

• It descended rapidly

• It lifted automatically

What mechanical issues did Leonard's crew face during their mission?

• Landing gear problems

• Navigation system malfunction

• Engine failure and loss of hydraulics

• Fuel leakage

What was the approximate number of aircrew who did not return from missions?

• 16,000

• 10,000

• 25,000

• 20,000