Warbird Rides from the Arizona Wing - Fly in a B-17G Heavy Bomber, B-25 Medium Bomber, or T-6 Trainer!
All planes based out of Falcon Field Airport
Commemorative Air Force Arizona Wing Museum
2017 North Greenfield Road
Mesa, Arizona 85215
Please note: Minimum passenger age is 12 and all passengers 17 and under must have a Hold Harmless agreement be signed by a parent/guardian AND notarized before you may fly. Download a Hold Harmless Agreement here.
Call 602-448-2350 for rides out of Mesa, AZ
Or email us at rides@azcaf.org
Want to fly aboard one of our Warbirds? The Arizona Wing offers a rare and exciting opportunity to Take a Flight Back in Time and fly in a B-17 Flying Fortress, SNJ or B-25. Join us as we soar among the clouds in our B-17 Flying Fortress Sentimental Journey, SNJ or B-25. Hear the rumble and the roar of the engines, feel the wind in your face. Enter the time machine and imagine yourself part of a flight crew over 60 years ago. This a once in a lifetime chance to help support the aircraft as well as the unforgettable memory of the flight itself.
Whether we are in your town on our summer tour or at our museum in Mesa, Arizona, you may schedule a flight on one of our Warbirds. For current prices and availability call 602-448-2350 or email us at rides@azcaf.org. Gift certificates for our Mesa, Arizona flights can be purchased and the flight can be taken from our museum.
The CAF is not supported by any government funding and all donations, tours and ride revenues are used to support the aircraft and our facility. The Arizona Wing is dedicated to preserving this history for future generations.
Fly in a B-17G Flying Fortress Sentimental Journey Warbird Ride
Climb aboard the legendary B-17 bomber that became known as WWII’s Flying Fortress for a flight that will truly take you back in time. The price for this historic flight is only $425.00 per person ($850.00 for guaranteed nose section), minimum of five passengers need to be signed up per flight.
As passengers prepare for their flight, a quick tour of the plane will show where each of the 10 crew members were stationed. Passengers will then board and be seated in either the forward section (nose) or aft section (radio room/waist gunners).
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| Taxiing to the runway | In flight Bombardiers seat | In flight Navigators seat |
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| Through the Bomb Bay | In flight Waist Gunner | Virtual Tour from Nose to Waist aboard Sentimental Journey |
| B-17G Sentimental Journey Ride Info | |
| Number of Passengers | Up to 8 (2 in the nose, 3 in the radio room behind bomb bay, 3 in waist gunner section) |
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| Price | $850 for the nose, $425 for mid and aft fuselage |
| Accessibility | Must be able to climb ladder and crawl into nose or ascend 4 steps into rear of plane |
| Ear Protection | Ear plugs (provided or bring your own) |
| Flight Intensity | Low (typically less than commercial airliner) |
| Flight Plan | |
| Pre-Boarding | 1/2 - 1 hour before take-off; crew/passenger briefing and paperwork |
| Boarding | Passenger placement, seat belt check |
| Engine Start-up/Run-up | 10 minutes |
| Flight time | 20-25 minutes at about 3000 ft altitude |
| Landing/Engine shut down | 5 minutes |
| Disembark | Once plane is secure and crew has opened the exits |
| Total time on board | 40-45 minutes |
Note: Times are approximate and vary depending on several factors such as number of passengers, airport traffic, weather, etc. The crew will take as much time as needed to always ensure passenger safety.
Fly in a B-25 Warbird! Book now!
Since her restoration completed in May of 2009, and her historic flight took place, we have been working hard to make Maid in the Shade certified for revenue rides. We are very proud to now offer rides! Pricing per person is as follows:
$395 in the waist
$650 in the front (jump seat behind cockpit with access to the nose/bombardier during flight)
To reserve a flight, please call 480-322-5503. For the schedule of stops for Maid in the Shade, please click here.
| B-25 Maid in the Shade Ride Info | |
| Number of Passengers | Up to 7 (3 in the front, 4 in aft section) |
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| Price | $650 for jumpseat behind cockpit with access to the nose $395 for aft fuselage |
| Accessibility | Must be able to climb ladder and into front and aft sections |
| Ear Protection | Ear plugs (provided or bring your own) |
| Flight Intensity | Medium (similar to commercial airliner; may feel low G-forces on turns/banks) |
| Flight Plan | |
| Pre-Boarding | 1/2 - 1 hour before take-off; crew/passenger briefing and paperwork |
| Boarding | Passenger placement, seat belt check |
| Engine Start-up/Run-up | 10 minutes |
| Flight time | 20-25 minutes at about 3000 ft altitude |
| Landing/Engine shut down | 5 minutes |
| Disembark | Once plane is secure and crew has opened the exits |
| Total time on board | 40-45 minutes |
Note: Times are approximate and vary depending on several factors such as number of passengers, airport traffic, weather, etc. The crew will take as much time as needed to always ensure passenger safety.
See the Superstitions in a C-45!
You and your friends can take a scenic ride in our C-45 WW II transport and view our majestic Southwestern scenery. The price for this Warbird ride is only $395.00 per group (up to five people).
| C-45 Expeditor Ride Info | |
| Number of Passengers | Up to 5 (2 rows of 2, plus 1 in cockpit) |
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| Price | $395 for a group of 5 |
| Accessibility | Must be able to ascend steps into fuselage |
| Ear Protection | Ear plugs (provided or bring your own) |
| Flight Intensity | Low (typical to small commercial aircraft) |
| Flight Plan | |
| Pre-Boarding | 1/2 - 1 hour before take-off; crew/passenger briefing and paperwork |
| Boarding | Passenger placement, seat belt check |
| Engine Start-up/Run-up | 10 minutes |
| Flight time | 20-25 minutes, typcially over Superstition Mountain range |
| Landing/Engine shut down | 5 minutes |
| Disembark | Once plane is secure and crew has opened the exits |
| Total time on board | 40-45 minutes |
Note: Times are approximate and vary depending on several factors such as number of passengers, airport traffic, weather, etc. The crew will take as much time as needed to always ensure passenger safety.
Feel what it was like to train as a pilot in a T-6!
Take a flight in the legendary trainer of WW II. Our aviators were taught how to fly in the same type of trainer. This is a true Warbird ride that will take you back 50 plus years. The price for this Warbird ride is only $325.00 per person.
| T-6 Texan/SNJ Ride Info | |
| Number of Passengers | 1 (behind pilot) |
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| Price | $325 |
| Accessibility | Must be able to climb onto wing and into cockpit |
| Ear Protection | Headset (provided or bring your own) |
| Flight Intensity | Medium - High (may feel strong G-forces; consult w/ pilot your comfort level) |
| Flight Plan | |
| Pre-Boarding | 1/2 - 1 hour before take-off; crew/passenger briefing and paperwork |
| Boarding | Passenger seating and harness check, final briefing |
| Engine Start-up/Run-up | 5 minutes |
| Flight time | 20-25 minutes at about 3000 ft altitude |
| Landing/Engine shut down | 5 minutes |
| Disembark | Once plane is secure and crew has opened the canopy |
| Total time on board | 30-35 minutes |
Note: Times are approximate and vary depending on several factors such as airport traffic, weather, etc. The crew will take as much time as needed to always ensure passenger safety.
Begin the journey of flight in a classic Stearman Bi-plane!
Experience the thrill and joy of an open cockpit journey in perhaps the most recognized trainer of all time, the PT-17 Boeing-Stearman! You and the pilot will embark for a 15-20 minute ride and have the opportunity to enjoy the majestic journey of bi-plane flying. The price for this warbird ride is only $175.00.
| Pt-17 Stearman/Kaydet Ride Info | |
| Number of Passengers | 1 (in front of pilot) |
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| Price | $175 |
| Accessibility | Must be able to climb into cockpit |
| Ear Protection | Headset (provided or bring your own) |
| Flight Intensity | Low (similar to Cessna 172) |
| Flight Plan | |
| Pre-Boarding | 1/2 - 1 hour before take-off; crew/passenger briefing and paperwork |
| Boarding | Passenger seating and harness check, final briefing |
| Engine Start-up/Run-up | 5 minutes |
| Flight time | 15-20 minutes at about 3000 ft altitude |
| Landing/Engine shut down | 5 minutes |
| Disembark | Once plane is secure and crew has opened the exit |
| Total time on board | 25-30 minutes |
Note: Times are approximate and vary depending on several factors such as airport traffic, weather, etc. The crew will take as much time as needed to always ensure passenger safety.
Observe the city below in our L-16 Grasshopper!
The L-16 has seen roles from teaching primary students to fly all across the US, target-spotting, observation, general utility, and search & rescue. A great way to see out our majestic Southwest scenery. The price for this warbird ride is only $95.00.
| L-16 Grasshopper Ride Info | |
| Number of Passengers | 1 (behind pilot) |
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| Price | $95 |
| Accessibility | Must be able to climb into cockpit |
| Ear Protection | Headset (provided or bring your own) |
| Flight Intensity | Low (similar to Cessna 172) |
| Flight Plan | |
| Pre-Boarding | 1/2 - 1 hour before take-off; crew/passenger briefing and paperwork |
| Boarding | Passenger seating and harness check, final briefing |
| Engine Start-up/Run-up | 5 minutes |
| Flight time | 20-25 minutes at about 3000 ft altitude |
| Landing/Engine shut down | 5 minutes |
| Disembark | Once plane is secure and crew has opened the exit |
| Total time on board | 30-35 minutes |
Note: Times are approximate and vary depending on several factors such as airport traffic, weather, etc. The crew will take as much time as needed to always ensure passenger safety.
