Doc’s Friends Inc., the organization that operates the B-29 DOC Hangar, Education and Visitors Center at Wichita’s Eisenhower National Airport, has announced that the B-29 DOC History Restored Tour will make a stop in Tulsa over Independence Day weekend as part of celebrations marking America’s 250th anniversary. The four-day event, scheduled for July 2-5 at the Tulsa Air and Space Museum, will give visitors a chance to see one of only two airworthy Boeing B-29 Superfortresses still flying today. In addition to ground displays and cockpit access, ride experiences aboard the historic bomber will also be available during the visit.
“Hosting B-29 DOC during America’s 250th celebration is a powerful reminder of the role aviation and innovation have played in our nation’s history,” said Tulsa Air and Space Museum Executive Director Tonya Blansett. “Tulsa’s aviation heritage is woven into the fabric of American aerospace leadership, and welcoming one of the world’s two remaining airworthy B-29 bombers gives our community a rare chance to experience that history firsthand. We are honored to partner with B-29 DOC to preserve and share these stories while inspiring future generations of aviators, engineers, and historians.”
Organizers said the event is intended to connect visitors with both Tulsa’s aviation history and the broader role aircraft such as the B-29 played during WWII. “Bringing B-29 DOC to Tulsa during America’s 250th celebration weekend is an opportunity to honor the innovation, sacrifice, and determination that shaped our nation’s history,” said Jeff Linebaugh, B-29 DOC aircraft commander. “Tulsa has a deep aviation legacy that helped power America’s rise as a leader in aerospace, from wartime production to today’s thriving aviation industry. Through the B-29 DOC History Restored Tour, we’re proud to partner with the Tulsa Air and Space Museum to connect new generations with the stories of the Greatest Generation and the aircraft that helped secure freedom around the world.”
Public access and cockpit tours are scheduled from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. on July 2 and 3, with final cockpit admissions at 3 p.m. On July 4 and 5, museum access begins at 9 a.m., while cockpit tours start at noon and continue until 4:30 p.m., with final admissions at 3:30 p.m. General museum admission, including cockpit access to DOC when the aircraft is not flying, costs $20 for adults ages 13 and older, $10 for children ages 5 to 12, and is free for children ages 4 and under. Ride flights aboard B-29 DOC will also be available throughout the stop. For more information and to support the B-29 DOC, click on this link: www.b29doc.com.
