July 27, 2006

FIFI NEEDS $3,000,000 TO FLY AGAIN

This story taken from the Odessa American of July 27th, 2006.


Many of you know the Commemorative Air Force (formerly the Confederate Air Force) operates the only flyable B-29 bomber of World War II vintage. The airplane has been grounded with engine problems. The CAF B-29/B-24 squadron needs to raise at least $3,000,000 to custom fit the plane with new engines that are a far more reliable variant of the engines currently on the plane. FIFI joined the CAF in 1971 after it was rescued from the California desert at China Lake. The B-29 started touring in 1976 - six years following its recovery from China Lake.

For information on how to help call 432-563-1000, ext. 0 or visit www.commemorativeairforce.org and click on the "save FIFI" link.

The aircraft is currently based at Midland International Airport and has been an integral part of the CAF's annual airshow every October.

Steve Uslan, President

Posted by Jan at July 27, 2006 09:13 PM