Flew in FIFI today and it was a great experience.
The B-29 Superfortress built by Boeing has been called the weapon that won the war in the Pacific. Designed to carry large bomb loads long distances, it made possible the strategic bombardment that brought Japan near to collapse. This mighty war machine was available when needed because Air Corps leaders of the 1930's pressed for the development of strategic bombers. Designed to eventually replace the B-17 and B-24, the Boeing B-29 was on the drawing boards in 1940. By September 21, 1942, the maiden flight of the first "Superfortress" was completed. By 1946, more than 3,900 B-29s had been built and delivered into service.
Maximum Speed @ 25,000 ft. 310 MPH
Cruising Speed 220 MPH
Service Ceiling 33,000 feet
Gross Weight (military load) 147,000 pounds
Tail Height 29 feet
Wing Span 141 feet
Fuselage Length 99 feet
Range 3,700-4,500 miles
Armament 12 .50 caliber machine guns
Bomb Load 20,000 pounds
Wing Tank Fuel Capacity 5,828 gallons
Center Tank Fuel Capacity 1,120 gallons
Bomb Bay Fuel Capacity 2,560 gallons
Oil Capacity 85 gallons each engine
Engines Wright Cyclone R-3350 (4)
Horsepower 2,200 hp each engine