I have what may be a pilots seat from the XPBB-1. I am looking for a flight deck photo to compare.
Klaatu83, e-mail, 05.02.2016 03:51
Only one of these was ever built so, inevitably, it became known as "The Lone Ranger". There were several reasons for that. First, the Navy decided they didn't need a flying boat bomber in this catagory after all. Second, Boeing's facilities, and their Renton, Washington plant in particular, were required for the B-29 development program. Third, the Wright R-3350 engines, which powered the Sea Ranger, were also required for the B-29, which took priority.
Michael Moore, e-mail, 10.04.2015 01:27
Correction on previous e-mail. Should be Crew Chief while serving in the Strategic Air Command, 1955 to 1963.
Michael Moore, e-mail, 10.04.2015 01:13
Beautiful aircraft. If possible I would like to have a picture of the two shown on this page. 10 x 8 or 7 x 5. I will pay for the cost. I am very familar with Boeing aircraft. I was a chief on the B-47E and KC-135. Kind Regards, Michael
Joshua Crooker, e-mail, 07.03.2014 19:12
By the way, I could also use some information on the PB2Y, thanks.
Rob Milford, e-mail, 02.12.2010 03:46
Bob Robbins was the prime test co-pilot for this a/c, told me many times of the Navy delivery flight. The Navy Captain came in, Bob told him to sit in the left seat, and he flew from there, since Bob didn't have any left seat time! Bob allowed that there was one ofther issue: This used the same engine as a B-29, and the big bird needed 'em more. And, it ended up being called the "Lone Ranger" since it was 'one of as kind'. Never saw the color pic above..very nice!
steve, e-mail, 28.11.2008 15:28
With a max range of 6300 miles @ 158 mph, a incredible flight duration of nearly 40hrs, was this potentially the longest flight duration of a standard production aircraft, a world record possibly
Jim Medley, e-mail, 27.05.2008 03:12
This plane looks a lot like a USN ASW plane flown by VP 49 out of Burmuda during Cuban crises. It was called the P5M Marlin. If you have info please email to jmedley1341@msn.com
