With deep sadness and grateful hearts, we remember John "Lucky" Luckadoo, one of the last surviving members of the legendary 100th Bomb Group, known as the "Bloody Hundredth." His final flight has now come to an end, and the world says goodbye to a man whose courage once filled the skies over Europe. As a B-17 Flying Fortress pilot, Luckadoo flew 25 dangerous combat missions over Germany between 1943 and 1944, navigating through relentless flak, enemy fighters, and the constant uncertainty of war. Every mission demanded extraordinary bravery, and every safe return was a testament to skill, determination, and faith. Like so many of his generation, he carried the memory of those who never made it back, honoring them through a lifetime of humility and quiet strength. John Luckadoo stood as a living reminder of the courage and sacrifice of the men who flew into danger to defend freedom. Clear skies, Major your mission is complete.