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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Free entry to Planes of Fame Air Museum for the passenger and one guest, if booked at the Chino location.
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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 Air Museum at Chino Airport OR a remote airshow location where the ride is purchased.
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Passengers will be in radio communication with the pilot. Headset provided.
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Up close access to the aircraft after your flight and the opportunity to take pictures.
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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.
WHAT YOU SHOULD KNOW
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All customers must pay a $250 deposit upon booking.
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Passengers must be at least 16 years of age.
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Passengers must weight at least 100 lbs and cannot exceed 350 lbs.
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Passengers must be physically capable of boarding the aircraft, similar to climbing and descending a standard ladder.
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Passengers should not exceed 6 ft 3 in tall due to the shape of the canopy above the backseat.
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Closed toe shoes are required, long pants recommended.
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All flights are subject to the weather conditions and maintenance status of the aircraft.
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Aerobatic maneuvers and flying in formation are prohibited on the flight.
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Our P-51 Mustangs do not have dual controls.
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​Please see our Policies and/or FAQ pages for further information about the flight. ​
P-51D MUSTANG AIRCRAFT STATISTICS
Type: Fighter
PRODUCTION
Date Introduced: 1943
Manufacturer: North American
Number Produced: 8,300
SPECIFICATIONS
Crew: 1 (Pilot)
Wingspan: 37 feet
Length: 32 feet
Maximum Speed: 437 miles per hour
Cruising Speed: 325 miles per hour
Maximum Range: 1,000 miles
Engine: Packard Rolls Royce Merlin (1,490 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 pilot 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 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.
