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B-29 Superfortress 'FIFI'
The B-29 that kept the breed alive — flying since her 1971 rescue
Tail number N529B
The story
The other flying B-29 — FIFI toured alone for four decades as the world's only airworthy Superfortress until Doc joined her in 2016. Operated by the Commemorative Air Force, she sells rides all summer, and the sound of her four R-3350s is a time machine.
Fun fact
FIFI was rescued from a Navy weapons range in 1971, where she was being used for target practice.
Quick answers
What is the tail number of B-29 Superfortress 'FIFI'?
N529B (Boeing B-29 Superfortress).
What kind of aircraft is B-29 Superfortress 'FIFI'?
Boeing B-29 Superfortress.
Is it still flying?
Yes, it is still active.
The type
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