Is there any way to thank a friend for inviting you to ride in a Boeing B-29 Superfortress—and even in the “candy” bombardier’s seat?
The B-29 “Doc,” David, Herb and the Cops
Key Takeaways:
- The article details the author's thrilling flight in "Doc," one of only two airworthy B-29 Superfortresses, tracing its remarkable restoration from a desert target plane to a touring historical aircraft.
- A significant portion highlights the generosity of the author's friend, David Wiser, who chartered two flights on "Doc" to honor local Cincinnati police officers, equating their daily sacrifices to those of WWII heroes.
- The narrative also underscores "Doc's" role in preserving history and honoring veterans, including carrying a flag for a 100-year-old WWII pilot and participating in the 75th-anniversary commemoration of the end of World War II.
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