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Old 14th Sep 2004, 10:40
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Warbird flying

Hello All,

Out of all the forums this seems to be the most likely one to answer my simple questions, but forgive me if I'm a tad wide of the mark by being here.....

How do you get to fly the warbird aircraft, or any other classic type for that matter?

I've been a classic aircraft anorak for years and I've always been embarrassed to ask anybody I see in museums which have airworthy examples.

I'm a commercial pilot flying turbo-props, but quite low down on the greasy career pole - however I'm curious to know if:

a) I ever have a chance of flying these beautiful aircraft.

b) If so, what I need to do to get there.

Having spent the last few years getting my career on track, I'd like to be able to enjoy myself and have some fun, without the pressures of the job.

I've got a sneaky suspicion that only ex-service pilots get to have all the fun (no change there then). This I can appreciate with the fast jets but what about the rest?

Any advice will be gratefully received.

Cheers

MM
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