Monday, January 30, 2012

How can a civilian get a flight on a military jet?

I know reporters, celebrities and politicians have been allowed to get flights with the Blue Angels or other military jets. Does anyone know the protocol or qualifications to arrange such a flight?How can a civilian get a flight on a military jet?There are a number of former military jet fighters in private hands and you can purchase a ride starting at about $1,000. For about $20,000 you can buy an excursion to Russia and fly a Mig.How can a civilian get a flight on a military jet?
Joy riding in an operational military jet is a cardinal no-no. I knew a training squadron Commanding Officer who was relieved of his command (a career ender) because he took his 16 yr old son for a joy ride in the back seat of a trainer. Try the Blues. That's your best chance.How can a civilian get a flight on a military jet?Join the military stop being a civilian.



I'd like to see regular Joe and regular Jane get flights too...



Maybe if you pester them enough in a positive manner you'll luck up and score...it might even be more fun if it is with a tactical squadron.

There is a ton of politics involved with military performers and the aircraft they fly.

When I was in the US Navy it was a ton of red tape just to get on a plane guard mission...i.e. go on a helicopter ride while out to sea....

If there is a will there is a way good luck.
Go to Moscow - you can buy a "joy ride" on a MiG-29 trainer for 30 minutes or so - going supersonic for a minute or two, zoom climb to FL450 or 500, get a few turns and loops with 3 Gs loading - and come back to talk about it - Some 10 years ago, a friend of mine did that - was US$ 7,500 for it - nowadays, with the fuel costs being double, it is probably double rate as well - Enjoy the ride (unless your face turns green) -How can a civilian get a flight on a military jet?Hi there,



You can get a flight on an ex. military yet. Companies such as Adrenalin.com.au offer the chance to pay for a flight in a Mig-29. The only thing is it costs $25,000.How can a civilian get a flight on a military jet?
Besides getting elected to the US Senate or being a reporter, you can buy one in an older warbird; see www.warbirdalley.com
I'll try to sum this up with an analogy. You'd have a better chance of keeping Anna Kournikova as your mistress as you would getting a ride.How can a civilian get a flight on a military jet?
By invitation only....

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