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  • B-29 Flight Engineer (1944)
  • Short | 37 min | Documentary, Short
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B-29 Flight Engineer (1944)
Short | 37 min | Documentary, Short
This government documentary short film depicts and explains proper procedures for functioning as a flight engineer on the B-29 bomber. Lieutenant Anderson is normally the co-pilot of this B-29, but as part of the readiness regimen for ...See moreThis government documentary short film depicts and explains proper procedures for functioning as a flight engineer on the B-29 bomber. Lieutenant Anderson is normally the co-pilot of this B-29, but as part of the readiness regimen for aircraft crews, he is being tested as the backup fight engineer. The actual flight engineer monitors his work, helping Anderson follow the checklists for flight preparation and takeoff. Throughout the 10-hour training flight, Lt. Anderson will be required to operate a multitude of engine controls and to monitor instruments on a variety of engine functions. Throughout the flight, his pilot and flight engineer watch over his work, correcting mistakes and reminding him of necessary actions. Written by Jim Beaver See less
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Updated Dec 31, 1944
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1944 (United States)

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4 cast members
Name Known for
Don Castle primary photo
Don Castle
Flight Crew Member (uncredited) Flight Crew Member (uncredited)   See fewer
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John Payne primary photo
John Payne
Lt. Anderson (uncredited) Lt. Anderson (uncredited)   See fewer
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Ronald Reagan primary photo
Ronald Reagan
Narrator / Voice of Pilot (uncredited) Narrator / Voice of Pilot (uncredited)   See fewer
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James Seay primary photo
James Seay
Pilot / Voice of Lt. Anderson (uncredited) Pilot / Voice of Lt. Anderson (uncredited)   See fewer
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