B-29 Doc History Restored Tour to land in Camarillo, CA, in October

September 6, 2024

The B-29 Doc History Restored Tour will land in Camarillo, California, on Oct. 3-6, 2024. It will be hosted by the Southern California Wing of the Commemorative Air Force (CAF SoCal) while at the Camarillo Airport.

B-29 Doc, one of 1,644 B-29 Superfortress aircraft built by the Boeing Company in Wichita, KS, during World War II, is one of only two remaining B-29 aircraft still airworthy and flying today. While in Camarillo, the historic warbird will be available for ground and cockpit tours and B-29 Doc Flight Experience rides.

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“Camarillo has a rich history of World War II and Cold War-era aviation that contributed greatly to the defense of our nation,” said Josh Wells, B-29 Doc executive director. “That history is kept alive by the CAF Southern California Wing thanks to the dedication of its members, who keep a large collection of WWII and post-war-era aircraft alive to showcase the history of our nation and honor those who fought to defend freedom at home and abroad. The B-29 Doc History Restored Tour is all about: Honor. Educate. Connect. Bringing B-29 Doc to Camarillo to partner with the CAF SoCal mission means furthering our joint-ability to keep history alive and flying for generations to come by giving people a unique opportunity to get up close and personal with history.”

B-29 Doc will arrive at Camarillo Airport on Wednesday, Oct. 2, and will be available for ground and cockpit tours Thursday, Oct. 3, and Friday, Oct. 4, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. both days. B-29 Doc Flight Experience rides will be available on Saturday and Sunday, Oct. 5 and 6, at 9 and 11 a.m. both days, followed by ground and cockpit tour access from 12:30 to 4:30 p.m. on Saturday and Sunday. B-29 Doc Flight Experience tickets are on sale now at www.b29doc.com/rides. While the aircraft is on the ground, visitors can climb inside the cockpit through the forward bomb bay to look inside one of only two B-29 Superfortresses still airworthy and flying today.

“The Commemorative Air Force (CAF) SoCal is thrilled to welcome the iconic B-29 Superfortress, “Doc,” to our ramp,” said Lucien Pillai, public information officer for the Commemorative Air Force Southern California Wing. “It’s a true privilege to host such a remarkable piece of living history, and we’re excited to share this beautiful aircraft with our community. While guests tour “Doc,” they are also invited to explore our WWII Aviation Museum and view our collection of restored aircraft and other artifacts. We extend our heartfelt thanks to Doc’s Friends for bringing this historic treasure to Camarillo, allowing us to experience and honor this incredible chapter of aviation history”.

Event Details for the B-29 Doc History Restored Tour at Camarillo Airport: CAF SoCal Wing

B-29 Doc will arrive at Camarillo Airport on Wednesday, October 2, and will be available for ground and cockpit tours Thursday, Oct. 3, and Friday, Oct. 4, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. both days. B-29 Doc Flight Experience rides will be available on Saturday and Sunday, Oct. 5 and 6, at 9 and 11 a.m. both days, followed by ground and cockpit tour access from 12:30 to 4:30 p.m. on Saturday and Sunday. B-29 Doc Flight Experience tickets are on sale now at www.b29doc.com/rides. Admission for ground and cockpit tour access will be $20 per person or $30 per family, which includes access to the renowned CAF SoCal Museum. Tickets for museum, ground, and cockpit tour access can be purchased at the door on the days of the event. For more information about the CAF SoCal Wing, visit: www.cafsocal.com

About Doc’s Friends and B-29 Doc
Doc’s Friends, Inc., is a 501c3 non-profit board managing the operation of the Boeing B-29 Superfortress known as Doc. Doc is a B-29 Superfortress and one of 1,644 manufactured in Wichita during World War II. It is one of only two remaining B-29s that are airworthy and flying today.  The mission of Doc’s Friends is to HONOR the men and women who sacrificed so much for the freedom of others, including those who designed, built, maintained, and flew the B-29 during and after WWII. CONNECT people with the rich heritage of the B-29 and allow aviation enthusiasts to experience the thrill of a B-29 up close. EDUCATE today’s and future generations on the contributions of the Greatest Generation during wartime.

About the B-29 Doc History Restored Tour and B-29 Doc Flight Experience
Each year, B-29 Doc travels to cities across the United States to allow aviation enthusiasts to see B-29 Doc up close and personal. Doc’s annual tour mission includes an average of 100 flight hours, beginning in early April and spanning through the summer until late October. Tour stops include ground and flight deck tours and B-29 Doc Flight Experiences. The B-29 Doc Flight Experience will last approximately 90 minutes and include a 30-minute ride. Before takeoff, passengers will experience a crew briefing and learn more about the history of the B-29 and the role it played in U.S. history. Passengers will also hear and see the sights and sounds of engine starts and run-ups before takeoff.

About the CAF Southern California Wing
The CAF Southern California Wing is a volunteer organization with members from many different backgrounds. The wing is dedicated to preserving the history of WWII aircraft for generations to come. This CAF location is assigned 16 authentic military aircraft maintained and operated by volunteers. In addition to flying aircraft and aircraft in restoration, the wing has a wide-ranging collection of World War II artifacts displayed in a Hangar Museum. Current opening hours are Friday and Saturday, 10 AM to 4 PM, and Sunday, 12 PM to 4 PM. They are closed on Monday through Thursday and on some holidays.  The newly expanded wing, at over 55,000 square feet, includes three hangar complexes to house their museum, flying aircraft, warbird restorations, and gift shop. The museum also offers venue rentals.

The CAF Southern California Wing is located at the Camarillo Airport, 455 Aviation Drive, Camarillo, CA 93010. Its website is www.CAFSoCal.com, and its phone number is (805) 482-0064.

About the Commemorative Air Force
The Commemorative Air Force (CAF) is the world’s largest flying military aircraft museum. For more than 60 years, the CAF has been dedicated to Honoring American Military Aviation through flight, exhibition, education, and remembrance. Fulfilling its mission, the organization maintains aircraft in flying condition – takes the aircraft to the people to experience firsthand the aircraft’s sight and sound in flight. The CAF is a non-profit educational association with more than 11,000 members and a fleet of 165 vintage military aircraft distributed throughout the U.S. For more information, visit www.CommemorativeAirForce.org.