Beavereager,
I've only had the opportunity to fly in a T-6, However, heres my advice, Get involved as much as you can by volunteering at a museum, or flying club etc that flys warbirds. These groups will aleays accept a volunteer. The ex-mil background helps alot as it gives one instant credibility, especially from the non-mil warbird owners. But either way, your flying an RJ, and that tells alot about your flying skills. If you can befriend a warbird owner or organization,I guarentee you as a minimum you can hop in the back seat for a ride. Its worth it!!! I"m a C-141 pilot in the reserves, 3 years ago I volunteered to do a flyby at a warbird airshow, Now the organizers call me up asking if I can haul some of the equipment they dont have to the show. So by working with them I've been kidding around about getting a B-17 ride, their answer was if you can help us out we;d be happy!!! Looking forward to it. Good Luck