B-29 Superfortress “Doc” Startup’

The Beautiful Sound of History: B-29 “Doc” Roars to Life

There’s nothing quite like it—the deep, thunderous growl of a radial engine firing up. And when it’s coming from a B-29 Superfortress, it’s pure magic.

Watch as Doc, one of only two fully restored and flight-ready B-29s in the world, roars to life. That unmistakable rumble brings back a time when these giants ruled the skies.

For years, FiFi, operated by the Commemorative Air Force, was the only airworthy B-29. Then came Doc, lovingly restored and brought back to life after decades of dedicated work. Together, they represent the last living echoes of the most advanced bomber of WWII.

The B-29 was a masterpiece of its time—pressurized, long-ranged, and deadly. Even today, its design remains a marvel.

What do you think—does anything sound better than a B-29 engine startup? Let us know in the comments!