World's Only Flying B-29 Superfortress Flies To Long Beach

The Commemorative Air Force's (CAF) Boeing B-29 Superfortress FIFI arrived at Long Beach Airport Wednesday afternoon to participate in Airportfest - part of the AOPA event being held at the airport and the Long Beach Convention Center Thursday through Saturday.

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"This will be the first time that the Commemorative Air Force will participate in AOPA Aviation Summit," said CAF President/CEO Stephan Brown. "It's an exciting time for the CAF and we are proud to be participating in such an important aviation event. This is FIFI's first tour since 2006 and AOPA's Airportfest is a great event to celebrate her return to telling the history of American military aviation through flight."

Throughout its stay at Airportfest, the world's only flyable B-29 will be available for cockpit tours and rides.

"Until recently, private citizens have never had an opportunity to fly in this historic bomber," said Brown. "The CAF is offering a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to aviation and history enthusiasts. A ride in the B-29 is unlike any flight you'll experience. The sheer size and power of this aircraft is awe inspiring."

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