P-51 MUSTANG
AIRCRAFT RIDES
WARBIRD RIDES
LIVING HISTORY FLIGHT EXPERIENCE
Take a step back in time as you climb into the P-51 Mustang, America's most iconic warbird of World War II. Feel the power of the Rolls Royce Merlin engine as you take off into the sky.
Experience the P-51 Mustang
WHAT'S INCLUDED
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All booked flights are allocated 60 minutes, with an actual flight time of roughly 20 minutes.
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Pre-flight safety briefing with Planes of Fame ground ops personnel.
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Flights depart from Planes of Fame in Chino OR a remote airshow location where the ride is purchased.
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Headset provided.
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Passengers will be in radio communication with the pilot.
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Up close access to the aircraft after your flight and the opportunity to take pictures.
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Free entry to Planes of Fame Air Museum for the passenger and one guest.
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Guests will be able to view engine start and taxi out from the spectator area.
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Printed photo at the aircraft and a P-51 Flight Certificate signed by the pilot.
DISCLAIMERS
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Passengers who are not physically capable of boarding the aircraft will not fly. You must be capable of climbing and descending a standard ladder.
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Must be mentally and psychologically able to follow instructions.
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Drinking alcohol prior to the flight is prohibited. Any suspicion of being under the influence of alcohol or drugs will result in a cancelled flight.
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Passengers must be at least XX years of age to take the flight.
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Passengers must be within the following weight range: 100 lbs - 350 lbs due to the weight and balance restrictions of the aircraft.
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Passengers must be within the following height range: XX - XX due to the available capacity of the backseat.
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All passengers are required to wear closed toe shoes. No sandals or flip flops. Long pants recommended.
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All passengers must sign a participant waiver before the flight.
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All flights are subject to current weather conditions at the departure airport and local area of the flight.
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All flights are subject to the current maintenance status of the aircraft. ​
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No smoking or vaping in the aircraft.
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No portable oxygen devices permitted in the aircraft.
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No firearms or any weapon allowed in the aircraft.
P-51 MUSTANG AIRCRAFT STATISTICS
Type: Fighter
PRODUCTION
Date Introduced: 1944
Manufacturer: North American
Number Produced: 8,000
SPECIFICATIONS
Crew: 1 (Pilot)
Wingspan: 37 feet
Length: 32 feet
Maximum Speed: 437 miles per hour
Cruising Speed: 275 miles per hour
Maximum Range: 1,000 miles
Engine: Packard Rolls Royce Merlin (1,695 hp)
Maximum Load: 2,000 pounds of bombs, or ten 5-inch rockets
Armament: Six .50 caliber machine guns
Our Pilots
WORLD CLASS AVIATORS
Experienced warbird pilots and mechanics maintain and operate our fleet. Our team is lead by U.S. Air Force Heritage Flight pilots and air racing legends: Steve Hinton and Kevin Eldridge.
Chino Airport
BASE OF OPERATIONS
Chino Airport was once home to Cal-Aero Academy, an independent flying school at when World War II started. The U.S. Army Air Forces contracted with the school to provide basic and primary flight training for Army Air Cadets. During the war, Cal-Aero operated the training base with Stearmans and BT-13s. The name "Cal-Aero" is preserved at the airport and it can be seen on several buildings.
