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The legendary Boeing B-29 Superfortress 'FIFI' on the ramp—a rare icon of WWII aviation history preserved in airworthy condition.
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Spotter's notes
This B-29 is a crowd favorite and staple at aviation events; hearing the quartet of its radial engines is a true spectacle for enthusiasts.
Aircraft identity
Registration
N529B
ICAO Type
B29
Model
B-29 Superfortress
Manufacturer
Boeing
Airline
Commemorative Air Force (CAF)
Livery
WWII-era military with nose art 'FIFI'
Military
Civilian
Technicals
Engine
Wright R-3350 Duplex-Cyclone radial engines
Thrust
~2,200 hp per engine (piston, not jet thrust rating)
Wingspan
43.05 meters
Length
30.18 meters
Height
8.46 meters
MTOW
61,235 kilograms
Range
5,230 kilometers
Capacity
Crew of 11
Cruise Speed
480 kilometers per hour
Noise Rating
Unrated (pre-ICAO standard, typically 105-115 dB)