Boeing B-29 "Superfortress" 'Fifi' by junge1
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The Boeing B-29 "Superfortress' 'Fifi' is currently the only flying B-29 in the world. It belongs to and is maintained by the Commemorative Air Force. This aircraft also gave rides, but at a cost much higher than the $225 we paid for 1/2 hr on the Gooney Bird. A 1/2 hour ride on the B-29 may be as much as $1800, depending where one sits.
This aircraft is incredibly expensive to operate, from the aviation fuel to the maintenance. A few years ago it was just about grounded for lack of cash to maintain it when someone donated 2 million dollars to acquire four new engines.
This picture was taken on 3 June 2016 at Reading, PA Sig..
Comments (15)
Very well taken !!
Great capture of this magnificent war bird Sig!!
I got to sit in the pilots seat in Fifi a number of years ago at Beale Air Force base in Northern California. At the time I was a full 6 foot 7 inches tall (I have shrunk with age lol). I was bent to the side like someone was pulling on my ear, mimicking the round shape of the fuselage. Very cool experience.
@Greywolf44! I bet it was. I am envious!
amazing
What a fantastic air plane my friend... Very great shot also !!!
A bit expensive, but probably worth it to some, great capture!
big plane
Wonderful capture and story
Great angle! The murky overcast adds a dramatic touch.
Exellent shot.
I have shots in my gallery of 2 engines being overhauled at Addison Airport Museum. I have been wanting to see it flying and or complete. it really looks different from this pov than looking toward the front
Stunning capture my friend. God bless.
The one and only! Thanks, Sig.