(Image Credit: Moreno Aguiari)
The FAA has recently approved the Commemorative Air Force to provide flight instruction in its fleet of single engined aircraft. The Atlanta, Georgia based CAF Dixie Wing be implementing the training program, wich will include their iconic North American P-51 Mustang “Red Nose.”
The approval from the FAA will provide a valuable additional source of revenue to help keep the CAF’s warbirds in the air and as flight training will include a supporting membership in the CAF it will provide a steady stream of potentially active supporters to the organization, truly a win-win situation.
Program Details:
Student Qualification: Private Pilot minimum
Instructor Qualifications: CFI; CAF P51 instructor rating
Format: Preflight briefing covering planned maneuvers, positive control exchange, desired learning objectives. These may be tailored to the individual student. Post flight debriefing will be done by instructor, with appropriate critique and recommendations for next lesson.
P-51 “Red Nose” and representatives of the CAF and CAF Dixie wing will be at EAA AirVenture in Oshkosh, enrolling students as well as offering flight experiences to those who just want a ride in this famous warbird, so if you’re going, be sure to meet up with them.
Born in Milan, Italy, Moreno moved to the U.S. in 1999 to pursue a career as a commercial pilot. His aviation passion began early, inspired by his uncle, an F-104 Starfighter Crew Chief, and his father, a military traffic controller. Childhood adventures included camping outside military bases and watching planes at Aeroporto Linate. In 1999, he relocated to Atlanta, Georgia, to obtain his commercial pilot license, a move that became permanent. With 24 years in the U.S., he now flies full-time for a Part 91 business aviation company in Atlanta. He is actively involved with the Commemorative Air Force, the D-Day Squadron, and other aviation organizations. He enjoys life with his supportive wife and three wonderful children.
Great,now that they pulled my ticket due too my medical condition, I would love that, wow
Hi,
Would like to have the info on your P-51 flight training program. Cost, hours, time ect.
Thanks,
Douglas Cook
ATP
Hi Douglas,
As the approval just came through the day that we published the story, the details were not yet finalized. We’ll post more information as it becomes available, though you can contact the wing directly at [email protected], or give them a ring at (678) 364-1110.
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