For its days, in some things the B29 was way ahead in implementing new technology. Preasured cabines, remote controlled defence systems, altitude and speed for the largest plane of the era. Incredible, but wit a cost.
@Brera011 It was indeed state of the art, but did have some teething problems. Worst among these was the tendency for the engines to overheat. The Superfort was at the extreme edge of its range in China, and it was very difficult to get fuel and other essential supplies to the bases. This was resolved when we took the Marianas Islands and built forward bases. Even so, the B 29 didn't come into its own until Gen. LeMay sent them on low-level inciendary raids at night.
I know about the problems of the B-29, but 2-billion+ dollars to develop it???
luridplanet 7 months ago
For its days, in some things the B29 was way ahead in implementing new technology. Preasured cabines, remote controlled defence systems, altitude and speed for the largest plane of the era. Incredible, but wit a cost.
Brera011 1 year ago
@Brera011 It was indeed state of the art, but did have some teething problems. Worst among these was the tendency for the engines to overheat. The Superfort was at the extreme edge of its range in China, and it was very difficult to get fuel and other essential supplies to the bases. This was resolved when we took the Marianas Islands and built forward bases. Even so, the B 29 didn't come into its own until Gen. LeMay sent them on low-level inciendary raids at night.
usafvet100 10 months ago
WOW
MIGUEL1633 1 year ago
how can u get this lovely baby
Kit1cc 1 year ago
first
jojobeans98 1 year ago