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This week in 1942, the prototype XB-29 flew for the first time. Today, there are only two airworthy B-29s remaining. Last year, we had the chance to take a flight in the B-29 Superfortress “Doc.”

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Thomas9 days ago

Only two airworthy B-29s left is wild... glad "Doc" is still flying.

Hale Photography9 days ago

Doc is a beautiful warbird.

Curious Archives9 days ago

First airborne was XB-29 41-002 from Boeing Field on 21 September 1942: Eddie Allen in command, Al Reed as co-pilot, about 1 hour 15 minutes of stability and stall checks. Allen reportedly climbed out saying, “She flew!”

Godzilla Haiku (All Scales, No Fails (tm) )9 days ago

THAT is amazing. I'd take that ride in a heartbeat.

Pushstart Simulators8 days ago

Real life Millenium Falcon 🤩

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