B-29 Load Adjuster, a specialized slide rule used for calculating the center of gravity and optimal load distribution in B-29 aircraft. It comes with a brown leather case marked "LOAD ADJUSTER PROPERTY OF U.S. GOVERNMENT" and a serial number "115121." The load adjuster itself has scales for "LOADING RANGE" and other parameters crucial for safe flight operations. These tools were essential for loadmasters to determine the correct placement of cargo, passengers, fuel, and ammunition, ensuring the aircraft's balance and stability during flight. The specific load adjuster pictured may have been assigned to the Enola Gay, as similar items with matching serial numbers have been associated with the aircraft.
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