Junkers Ju 88 In Action, Part 2 Apr 2026

In the final, desperate years of the war, the Ju 88 was used in one of the most unusual composite aircraft operations in history: the Mistel (Mistletoe) project.

The fighter pilot would guide the combo toward a target, release the explosive Ju 88, and fly away. 🏁 Legacy of a Workhorse Junkers Ju 88 in action, Part 2

Standard nose guns were replaced with heavy cannons to shred massive Allied bombers. 🪖 Close Air Support: The Panzer Hunter In the final, desperate years of the war,

In our previous post, we looked at the early development and initial combat trials of the Junkers Ju 88. Today, we dive into the heart of World War II to see how this incredible aircraft became the true "jack-of-all-trades" for the Luftwaffe. 🌊 The Scourge of the Arctic: Anti-Shipping Operations 🪖 Close Air Support: The Panzer Hunter In

Extra plating was added to protect the crew from ground fire.

As the war progressed, the Ju 88 proved to be a lethal maritime strike weapon. Equipped with torpedoes and advanced search radar, specialized Ju 88 units took a heavy toll on Allied shipping.