Historic B-29 Bomber Landed at Wilmington Airport
The rare World War II aircraft arrived in Wilmington for a week of public viewing at Modern Aviation.
Updated on Sept. 23, 2026 in Air Travel
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A historic B-29 Superfortress bomber named DOC has landed at Wilmington International Airport. The aircraft is currently available for public viewing at the Modern Aviation facility.
Why it matters
The crew travels the country with the bomber to ensure that the history of the aircraft and its service during World War II is not forgotten.
Of the 1,644 B-29 Superfortress bombers manufactured by Boeing during World War II, only two remain airworthy today. Visitors can currently view the rare aircraft alongside a P-51 Mustang fighter stationed at the airport.
The players
Boeing
This American aerospace corporation was the original manufacturer of the B-29 Superfortress bomber.
Modern Aviation
This aviation services provider operates the facility at the Wilmington International Airport where the aircraft is being hosted.
The details
The B-29, famously known as DOC, serves as a flying museum that travels across the country to educate the public. A P-51 Mustang fighter is also present on-site at Modern Aviation at ILM for visitors to inspect.
Timeline
Public viewing of the bomber at Wilmington International Airport is scheduled for the week of September 23, 2026.
Travel Outlook
This stop highlights the operational logistics of maintaining rare WWII-era assets in an active tourism landscape. The event follows a pattern set by the B-29 Superfortress restoration and flight exhibition programs, which rely on local airport facilities to host these historic machines.
Residents and aviation enthusiasts can visit the aircraft at the Modern Aviation facility throughout the designated week. Travelers passing through the airport should account for potential increased activity near the hangar area.
The takeaway
Preserving these historic aircraft allows new generations to see World War II technology in person. Visitors are encouraged to check local airport signage for specific viewing hours during the aircraft's stay.
Further reading
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Source note: This article includes information reported by Wect.
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