VA Beach Airshow 2011 — Airplane Rides

Take a flight at the Airshow!

North American T-6 PT-19

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During the airshow weekend, we have made arrangements for two pilots to bring in their authentic North American AT-6 military trainers and a PT-19 primary trainer. These are the same airplanes that were used to train Army Air Corps and Navy pilots in the Second World War. From the primary trainers like the Stearman bi-plane and the Fairchild PT-19 Cornell trainer, they would move on to these types of Advanced Trainers and learn aerobatics and combat maneuvers. From this, young pilots would transition to either the Corsairs or Mustangs before being shipped overseas.

This is your opportunity to experience what this was really like. These aircraft are dual controlled with full intercom systems. You may control and fly the airplane yourself with the assistance of the instructor pilot or just sit back and relax while taking in the beautiful seaside panorama.