Experience the Thrill of WWII Flight: T-6 Trainer Ride with Aerobatic Maneuvers & Museum Tour for One Person

Inland Empire Wing CAF - Riverside, CA
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Elizabeth
7 years ago
I took my dad and future father-in-law on the Wings of Valor ride for Christmas. They both loved it! The owner of the beautiful plane does a really good job at explaining the history of the plane, which was very informative and exciting to learn. The cost is well worth it as it just about covers the amount it takes for the plane to operate, so it truly is a great deal. I would definitely recommend this for anyone who loves history and airplanes.

Embark on an unforgettable journey with a WWII T-6 trainer airplane ride, offering hands-on flying and aerobatic maneuvers, perfectly paired with an immersive aviation museum tour for history buffs and thrill-seekers.

Highlights

  • Soar through the skies in a WWII T-6 trainer aircraft, experiencing the thrill of vintage aviation firsthand with aerobatic maneuvers tailored to your comfort level.

  • Receive a personalized pre-flight planning session with a certified instructor, ensuring a customized and safe airborne adventure.

  • Take the controls and enjoy optional hands-on flying under expert guidance, fulfilling your dream of piloting a historic aircraft.

  • Immerse yourself in history with a guided aviation museum tour, exploring captivating exhibits that bring the past to life after your flight.

  • Perfect for gifting! A perfect gift for any aviation enthusiast.

What To Expect

Step back in time and fulfill your dream of flying a real World War II fighter trainer with this exhilarating adventure. Your journey begins with a personalized pre-flight planning session alongside a certified instructor, where you'll customize your airborne experience, choosing from thrilling maneuvers like wingovers, rolls, and tailslides based on your comfort level. Feel the incredible raw power of vintage aviation as you ascend, and for the daring, take the stick yourself to pilot the T-6 under expert guidance.
What to expect media
This isn't just a ride; it's a rare opportunity to relive a pivotal slice of aviation history in an iconic aircraft that prepared thousands of pilots for combat. After an adrenaline-pumping flight and a memorable post-flight photo opportunity, your historical immersion continues. Explore the attached aviation museum with a guided tour, where captivating historical exhibits vividly bring the past to life, making this experience part adrenaline rush, part unforgettable time travel for aviation lovers and thrill-seekers alike.

Plan Your Visit

  • Operating HoursHours may vary. Please check the merchant's website for the most up-to-date information.
  • DurationFlights are available in 30-minute and 50-minute options, both including a pre-flight briefing and post-flight museum tour.

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FAQs

Can I actually pilot the plane myself?

Yes! You have the optional opportunity to take the controls and fly the plane yourself, always under the direct guidance of a certified instructor.

What kind of maneuvers can I expect during the flight?

Your flight includes exciting military-style aerobatic maneuvers such as wingovers, rolls, and tailslides, all customized to your comfort level with your instructor.

Is a museum tour included with the flight?

Absolutely! Every flight package caps off with a guided tour of the attached aviation museum, packed with historical exhibits to enhance your experience.

Need To Know Info

Promotional value expires 120 days after purchase. Amount paid never expires.
  • 3 day hassle-free refund guarantee - Free cancellation for up to 3 days after purchase for unredeemed vouchers
  • Subject to weather.
  • Must sign waiver.
  • Limit 1 per person.
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About Inland Empire Wing CAF - Riverside, CA

Do what you love is one of the most common pieces of career advice and the guiding principle behind Daniel Wotring and Gary Stark's Wings of Valor. The pair shares a passion for classic, antique, and tail-wheel aircrafts. Using this love, along with plenty of experience—Daniel is a chief pilot, after all—they offer various flight trainings. Those who prefer to stay in the passenger seat are invited aboard the planes for scenic-coastline and holiday-lights tours.

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Elizabeth
Top reviewer
5 ratings|5 reviews
I took my dad and future father-in-law on the Wings of Valor ride for Christmas. They both loved it! The owner of the beautiful plane does a really good job at explaining the history of the plane, which was very informative and exciting to learn. The cost is well worth it as it just about covers the amount it takes for the plane to operate, so it truly is a great deal. I would definitely recommend this for anyone who loves history and airplanes.
Michael
1 rating|1 review
Great service, great flight. Would do it again in a heartbeat.
John
Top reviewer
Helpful reviewer
42 ratings|16 reviews
Once in a lifetime experience!
amanda
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9 ratings|4 reviews
Friendly and knowledgeable staff helped us to have a unique experience that I hope to repeat in the future.
kevin
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5 ratings|2 reviews
I've ben trying to book our flight for months. Feels like their is perhaps something wrong with their license to operate. They have not operated for the entire time since purchasing my Cert. My Groupon Cert expired at the end of May and just received notice that it has been extended for another 30 days. I called and got the same run around that they are not taking reservations until Nov or Dec? However, they are still selling their services. No doubt when they do start flying it will likely be a problem accommodating all of their prepaid clients.

Merchant reply:

8 years ago
Hello I hope you have been able to book a flight for our Christmas Light Flights. When you purchased your voucher, you purchased a Christmas Light Flight Voucher after the 2016 Christmas Flight Season, which pushes us to December 2017. Due to a mixup with Groupon these vouchers were never taken off the list of items to sell. They should not have been offered until October 2017. We have honored all vouchers that have been purchased. Thank You. WOV.

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