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B-29 flight July 2021 4

B-29 flight July 2021 4

  • Howard Greninger/Tribune-Star
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Passengers in the rear section of the B-29 "Doc" had to rely on a video screen to see the view from the front of the aircraft. The screen allowed passengers to watch the plane while landing at Terre Haute Regional Airport.

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B-29 flight July 2021 3

B-29 flight July 2021 3

  • Howard Greninger/Tribune-Star
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The B-29 "Doc" has side bubble windows that allowed side gunners to look out in front of the plane as well as behind, including seeing the plane's tail. This is a video from a flight aboard "Doc" after taking off from Terre Haute Regional Airport.

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B-29 flight July 2021 2

B-29 flight July 2021 2

  • Howard Greninger/Tribune-Star
  • Updated

The top gunner on a B-29 had a full view of the aircraft, from the tail wing and all around the plane. This is the view aboard the B-29 "Doc" which took off from Terre Haute Regional Airport.

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B-29 flight July 2021

B-29 flight July 2021

  • Howard Greninger/Tribune-Star
  • Updated

The rear of the B-29 was for the tail gunner, who would watch for approaching enemy aircraft while working a gun sight. This is the view aboard the B-29 "Doc" which took off from Terre Haute Regional Airport.

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Obituaries

James Murphy

James Edward Murphy, 73, of Toomsuba, Miss., passed away Wednesday, July 21, 2021, at Anderson Regional Medical Center. A Celebration of his life will be held later. Friends may sign the online register at www.stephensfunerals.com.

Stidmon, Mealetha

Graveside services for Mrs. Mealetha Stidmon are Monday, July 26, 2021, at 2 p.m., at Sunset Cemetery, Meridian. Visitation: Sunday, July 25, 6-7 p.m., at Berry & Gardner OP Chapel, Meridian. Arrangements entrusted to Berry & Gardner.