The B-29 Superfortress was an important US heavy bomber introduced in 1944 that played a major role in the later stages of World War II. It had several variants, including prototypes (XB-29 and YB ...

As a four-engine bomber, it offered greater payload capacity ... Eventually replaced by the B-29 Stratofortress, the B-17 remains a symbol of innovation and bravery. Unveiling the Flying Fortress ...

As part of AirPower History Tour of the Commemorative Air Force, the local event will offer tours of the aircraft and ...

The Boeing B-50 Superfortress was a pivotal post-World War II U.S. bomber developed as an upgrade to the B-29. First flown in 1947, the B-50 featured more powerful Pratt & Whitney engines and design ...

The B-17 and B-24 were the US's most produced aircraft of WWII, each enjoying certain advantages over the other.

Residents of a western Tokyo city applauded when seeing a U.S. B-29 bomber engulfed in flames in the air near the end of World War II. After the aircraft crashed, however, they recovered the ...

Tom Pescha and Tony Mazzolini will present a program on the restoration of “Doc,” a B-29 bomber. Lunch is $20 and reservations must be made by noon on Aug. 30. Gluten-free and vegetarian meals ...

Following Labor Day weekend, the Texas Air and Space Museum welcomes the B-29 Superfortress “FIFI” as part of the AirPower History Tour of the Commemorative Air Force. The bomber will be ...