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Feel the roar of four Wright R-3350 engines and climb the crew ladder of a flying B-29. This 90-minute historic experience—including a 30-minute flight—turns museum history into an airborne encounter at the Terre Haute Air Show.
Feel the roar of four Wright R-3350 engines and climb the crew ladder of a flying B-29. This 90-minute historic experience—including a 30-minute flight—turns museum history into an airborne encounter at the Terre Haute Air Show.
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Operated by B-29 Doc · Oshkosh, Wisconsin
moderate.
90 Minutes Total: 30 Minute Flight Time.
Must be able to climb a 6' ladder, navigate narrow crew doors, sit in own seat and respond to crew commands.
Passengers must be at least 6 years old to participate.
Each session is approximately 90 minutes total and includes a 30-minute ride.
Passengers must arrive one hour prior to their scheduled flight time; meeting logistics reference 644 Bayfield St, St Paul, MN 55107 for standard procedures.
Yes, compact cameras are allowed but must be secured with a wrist strap; loose gear may be restricted aboard.
Yes—passengers must be able to climb a 6' ladder and fit through a 19" x 32" aft door or a 37" x 29" forward entry and sit in their own seat.
If you do not arrive one hour before your scheduled flight time to check in, you may miss the flight and a refund will not be offered.
The B-29 played a pivotal role in late-WWII Pacific operations; B-29 DOC preserves that engineering and operational legacy for public flight experience.
The program balances flight operations with careful maintenance and part conservation to keep rare airframes airworthy while minimizing unnecessary flights.
B-29 Doc is the operating name of the restored Boeing B-29 Superfortress preserved and based in Wichita, Kansas. The organization offers public flight experiences and tours that let visitors board the historic B-29 for a 90-minute program that includes a 30-minute flight, an onboard crew briefing, and the distinctive sound of its four radial engines. The aircraft is operated by a team of trained volunteers and aviation professionals who focus on safety, historical interpretation, and preservation of the airframe. Each flight experience highlights the aircraft’s service legacy in World War II and the Korean War, with factual narration about missions, crew roles, and restoration efforts. B-29 Doc appears at airshows and special events such as EAA AirVenture, providing scheduled flights in locations including Oshkosh, Wisconsin; St. Paul, Minnesota; and Terre Haute, Indiana. Tickets are sold per seat for specific events and dates; availability is event-dependent. The organization maintains the aircraft in airworthy condition under applicable aviation regulations and works with experienced mechanics and pilots familiar with vintage aircraft operations. Photographs, historical displays, and crewmember briefings enhance each tour, offering visitors a tangible connection to aviation history. By combining living-history interpretation with flight opportunities, B-29 Doc preserves an important example of American aircraft heritage while creating memorable, educational experiences for veterans, families, and aviation enthusiasts. The program emphasizes safety briefings, accessibility information, and clear ticketing policies to help guests prepare for flights and ground tours. Reservations are event-specific; guests should confirm times and eligibility before booking. Historic aircraft insurance and inspections.
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