The Commemorative Air Force’s (CAF’s) B-29, FIFI, has been fully restored to reclaim its title as the world’s only flying B-29. The CAF says it’s about to go on tour, and they’re selling rides. The “Red, White & Loud Tour” begins on Aug. 28 & 29 at Rocky Mountain Metropolitan Airport in Denver and will open the aircraft to guided tours and rides. You may have to purchase your tickets in advance, but the story (announced Tuesday at AirVenture Oshkosh) was so new at the time we went to press that the CAF had not yet listed tour dates or locations on its website. But, if you’re interested in meeting FIFI at a city near you, we do have some advice.
To keep tabs on the historic aircraft, bookmark this web page and check back frequently. Otherwise, click on this link and call the contact numbers you’ll find there. This story, and the aircraft itself, would not be complete without mention of Jim Cavanaugh, founder of the Cavanaugh Flight Museum in Addison, Texas. Cavanaugh’s generosity played a large part in seeing FIFI re-engined and returned to the sky.
