Bombardier
Bombardier noun - The member of a bomber crew responsible for using the bombsight and releasing the bombs on the target.
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Synonyms for Bombardier
Gunner and bombardier are semantically related. In some cases you can replace term "Gunner" with "Bombardier", this nouns are similar.
Gunner
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Head-on attacks by German fighters was so common, later models of the B-17 included a new chin turret for the bombardier and two more gunner positions near the nose for the navigator and radio operator.
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