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WIXerGreg
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I know the original plan was to have the aircraft as close as possible to original but that has changed a bit recently. I assumed they'd be using the same exhaust setup as Fifi but it looks like they've left the turbos complete. Can anyone confirm this? I fully understand the reasoning behind not having them in place and that they're unnecessary today, but it's cool that they seem to have them in place. I'd love to hear the difference in sound even if they aren't using the turbos for boost, I can't wait to see Doc fly in person.

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WIXerGreg wrote:
I know the original plan was to have the aircraft as close as possible to original but that has changed a bit recently. I assumed they'd be using the same exhaust setup as Fifi but it looks like they've left the turbos complete. Can anyone confirm this? I fully understand the reasoning behind not having them in place and that they're unnecessary today, but it's cool that they seem to have them in place. I'd love to hear the difference in sound even if they aren't using the turbos for boost, I can't wait to see Doc fly in person.]

The exhaust systems on FIFI and Doc are virtually the same. They both have the turbo buckets in place. The turbine wheels are gone. The sound of both airplane's is about the same. We both plan to eventually do away with the turbo buckets and go with a collection box of sorts.

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MAJOR kudos and congrats on an astonishing accomplishment!!!!

It was awesome to see Doc take to the skies!!
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Wow! What a sight to see air under his wings!

Congrats all around to Team Doc and all the folks who have supported and helped them!!

Salud! :drink3:
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Congratulations on the first flight and for the crew to err on the side of safety first in returning so soon. Great job to the entire Doc team and the support from Fifi!

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Any word when the second flight is scheduled?

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What's the performance like w/o any wartime equipment? (Turrets, armor, etc)
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Next flight after Oshkosh.

DOC is light, slick and should go fast. I'll report on that after we have a chance to complete some more flights.
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Reno baby...... 8)

Congratulations........ :drink3:

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Reno baby...... 8)

Congratulations........ :drink3:

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Hmmm B-29 Races at Reno.......

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Official first flight videos.

https://youtu.be/CscShi3BV8Q

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Those are very nice videos, thanks for posting the links!
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Reno baby...... 8)

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Hmmm B-29 Races at Reno.......



YES!!!!!
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At least now you have 2 entries in the "Super Heavy Unlimited" Category. Maybe you guys can get the Mars down too and make it 3? :)
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