About three weeks after its short first flight, Doc is getting ready to take to the skies again. Following the flight, the B-29 Superfortress, which has been restored by volunteers in Wichita, Kansas, for many years, has undergone a very thorough post-flight inspection. Only a few minor issues were found, none of which will prevent further flight testing.
Doc’s Friends to Resume Flight Testing of B-29
Key Takeaways:
- The B-29 Superfortress "Doc" is cleared for further flight testing after a thorough post-first-flight inspection revealed only minor issues.
- The first flight was cut short due to an overly sensitive engine chip detector signaling tiny metal particles, which is normal for new radial engines during their break-in period.
- All other systems and control surfaces were found to be "rock solid," and "Doc" is expected to fly again before the end of the month.
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