B-29 “Doc” Over Palm Springs

The B-29 Superfortress *Doc* made its approach into Palm Springs today, and I was there to photograph this rare and powerful sight. One of only two airworthy B-29s in the world, *Doc* is a flying piece of World War II history—its polished aluminum body and four roaring radial engines unmistakable against the desert sky.

Originally built in 1944 and fully restored after years in storage, “Doc” represents an era of engineering and aviation that shaped the course of history. Watching it on approach, gear down and props spinning, was a striking reminder of the aircraft’s legacy and the people who flew them.

April 30, 2025 | Categories: Uncategorized | Tags: aircraft approach, airport arrival, airpower, aluminum aircraft, aviation, aviation photography, B-29, classic bomber, Doc, flying museum, historic aircraft, military history, Palm Springs, radial engines, Second Focus, Superfortress, vintage aircraft, warbird, World War II | Leave a comment