B-29 Doc Joins EAA AirVenture Performer List

PRESS RELEASE

B-29 Doc, one of 1,644 B-29 Superfortress aircraft built by the Boeing Company in Wichita during World War II and one of only two B-29 bombers still airworthy and flying today, will be among the performers at EAA AirVenture Oshkosh, July 22-28. Doc will host B-29 Doc Flight Experience rides from July 22 through July 25 and will be a featured performer at the air show during the week. The historic warbird will also be on static display for ground and cockpit tours on Boeing Plaza, Friday and Saturday, July 26 and 27.

“Doc has been a regular participant at EAA AirVenture Oshkosh over the past decade and its presence is always well-received from our members and visitors,” said Rick Larsen, EAA’s vice president of communities and member programs, who coordinates AirVenture features and attractions. “Seeing the B-29 fly and seeing up-close on display is a highlight for many aviation enthusiasts who come to Oshkosh.”

“Joining the EAA AirVenture performer line-up is a top highlight of our tour season each year,” said Donnie Obreiter, B-29 Doc director of maintenance & chief flight engineer. “Bringing Doc to Oshkosh allows thousands of people a unique opportunity to experience history up close and personal. Operating such a historically significant machine to honor the Greatest Generation is core to our mission and it’s something in which our entire team takes great pride in executing.”

BOOK YOUR SEAT ON B-29 DOC AT OSHKOSH NOW!

Tickets for B-29 Doc Flight Experience rides during EAA AirVenture are on sale now at www.b29doc.com/rides. Tickets will also be available at the Bomber Shack in Warbird Alley on the EAA show grounds during the week of the air show. This year marks the fifth time Doc has participated in EAA AirVenture.

Event Details for the B-29 Doc History Restored Tour at EAA AirVenture

B-29 Doc will operate its B-29 Doc Flight Experience rides July 22-25 in Appleton, WI, and will perform in the AirVenture air show through the week before arriving on the show grounds Thursday evening, July 25, to be on static display for ground and cockpit tours Friday through Sunday, July 26-28. Ride flight tickets and merchandise for Doc will be available for purchase at the Bomber Shack in Warbird Alley at AirVenture beginning Monday, July 22. B-29 Doc ride passengers will have access to the EAA ride flight shuttle, which will depart from the EAA showgrounds and transport ride passengers to and from Appleton International Airport.

Moreno Aguiari

Born in Milan, Italy, Moreno moved to the U.S. in 1999 to pursue a career as a commercial pilot. His aviation passion began early, inspired by his uncle, an F-104 Starfighter Crew Chief, and his father, a military traffic controller. Childhood adventures included camping outside military bases and watching planes at Aeroporto Linate. In 1999, he relocated to Atlanta, Georgia, to obtain his commercial pilot license, a move that became permanent. With 24 years in the U.S., he now flies full-time for a Part 91 business aviation company in Atlanta. He is actively involved with the Commemorative Air Force, the D-Day Squadron, and other aviation organizations. He enjoys life with his supportive wife and three wonderful children.

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