3030th AAF Base Unit
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| 3030th AAF Base Unit | |
|---|---|
| Active | 1944–1945 |
| Country |  United States |
| Branch |  United States Army Air Forces |
| Type | Wing |
| Role | Bombardier training, Flight and Technical training |
| Size | Unit |
| Garrison/HQ | Walker Air Force Base |
| Engagements | World War II
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The 3030th AAF Base Unit (Pilot School, Specialized Very Heavy)[1] was a United States Army Air Forces training unit. It specialized in training the crews of Boeing B-29 Superfortress bombers, as well as pilot transition from twin-engine fighters to four-engine aircraft. It was one of the first established training schools of B-29s in the United States Military, and was essential in proving the effectiveness and versatility of the aircraft. The unit was formed on 30 April 1944, and was discontinued on 1 November 1945.