Batman #61 (1950)

In Batman #61 (1950), we see the birth of Batplane II, as Batman and Robin test a new weapon for the army. Unfortunately, something goes wrong causing them to bail out of the plane, believing it will crash somewhere in the ocean. However, a freak wind sends it back towards the land where it is found by criminals who use it for crime and reproduce it.

Meanwhile, inspired to commit crimes based on winged people, Penguin escapes from prison by making himself wings like Icarus. He then sends Batman numbered figures, each being a clue to a crime. But when he kidnaps Robin to blackmail Batman into unmasking, the dynamic duo must solve the mystery of the winged people.

In a humorous strip titled BEBE, we see some laughs. And in Railroad Quiz, we have a text quiz to keep you on your toes. Casey The Cop provides more humor, but in The Wheelchair Crimefighter, Batman is hit by a crook's lucky shot causing him to fall from high up and hurt his legs. After doing some X-rays, a doctor tells them both of his legs are broken and puts them in casts. But Batman can't let the underworld think this means they are safe from him so he continues to fight crime in a wheelchair.

Overall, Batman #61 (1950) is a thrilling and humorous addition to the Batman series. The birth of Batplane II, the mystery of the winged people, and the unexpected turn of events with The Wheelchair Crimefighter make it a must-read for comic book enthusiasts. Check out Comics Into Cash for more iconic comics like this one.