Our Experiences

Tours

ALL tours include a 15-20 minute pre-flight safety and history briefing, 30-35 mins of actual flight time, and YOU sit in the pilot seat!

Tour Options

Seeking a more leisurely experience? Climb aboard our 1947 Navion and indulge in a serene and scenic flight like no other. With room for a pilot plus three (3) additional passengers, this vintage aircraft offers comfort, style, and unparalleled views of the landscape below. Whether you’re celebrating a special occasion or simply longing for a peaceful getaway, our Navion delivers an unforgettable sights obove Corpus Christi and the surrounding area on your journey through the skies.

For the adventurous soul craving an adrenaline rush, our PT-17 Stearman aircraft “Betty” is your ticket to the ultimate aerial escapade. Feel the wind in your hair as you soar through the clouds in this iconic open-cockpit biplane. With its timeless design and exhilarating flight experience, the Stearman promises an adventure over the Texas Coastal Bend you’ll never forget.

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Tour Routes

Rockport Stearman Aircraft Navion Route
Navion Route
Stearman Route

WARBIRD TRAINING

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Fly with the Vintage Air Crew to get your Warbird Pilot Qualification and Competency with our Warbird Training Courses. 

Our 5-and 10-hour competency courses prepare you to be a warbird pilot. Potential owners, operators or simply pilots wanting to experience the wild side of aviation will benefit from this one-of-a-kind experience.  Our courses satisfy insurance checkout requirements, and will prepare you  to enter the world of warbirds safely and competently. 

Join us for a week in Rockport, TX where you will learn the ins-and- outs of warbird flight operations including on our PT-17 Stearman Aircraft “Betty”. All-inclusive courses cover aircraft rental rates, course material, flight and ground instruction so you can focus entirely on flying. Gain the proficiency and skills you need to fly safely and CONFIDENTLY to keep the history alive! 

5-Hour HP/Complex/TAA Checkout Course

Heres a unique way to earn those advanced pilot endorsements! We can customize your course to what you desire while accomplishing all FAA required training in a warbird! 

Elevate your flying experience with our advanced pilot training courses. Whether you’re aiming for a High-Performance endorsement or diving into the world of High Performance/Complex/TAA aircraft, we’ve got you covered.

Our Leading edge Garmin avionics suite blends perfectly with our historic Navion airframe and upgraded 300HP engine to bring you a safe and modern training experience like no other!  

This two-day course includes up to 5 hours flying time including instructor as well as 2 hours of ground school and all related course materials. 

10-Hour Warbird Competency Course

This course is curated to offer a unique flight training experience that immerses you in the world of warbirds. Designed to give potential warbird owners or operators the opportunity to gain experience while experiencing the WWII training pipeline.

Our team of experienced and passionate instructors is here to help you gain the confidence and insurability you need to fly your own warbird. With 10 hours of flying time in 1940’s era aircraft and a comprehensive training  curriculum, you’ll be ready to start your own air adventures in no time.

Course includes 5 hours in a J-3 Piper Cub or equivalent aircraft AND up to 5 hours PT-17 Stearman flight time, with approximately  5 hours ground school. Plan to spend 5 days for this course

Warbird Training Request
To reserve a course, please submit your information and dates that work best for your schedule. All courses are 1-on-1 with dates subject to instructor availability.
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