Aviators 301 FREEview: WWII Pilot Training - T-6 Texan

Kurtis takes you back in time to see what it was like for young WWII pilots to fly in the legendary fighter, the P-51 Mustang. But first he has to earn his wings in a T-6.

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[JAMamation]

Haha, still.. the Spitfire has a place in my heart ;) the Mustang is still a brilliant aircraft though. Would love to fly both!

[deltilt]

It's Steve Larmore, not Laramore. He's a great instructor. I had a flight with him at the T-6. Awesome!!!

[minitrundle]

Mustang being the most recognized WW2 fighter aircraft? maybe in America but im pretty sure the Spitfire is up there somewhere?

[cholubaz]

Nice work Curtis! Im sure that was as much fun as it looked like. You're one lucky guy :-)

[kenjohan]

I some people spoke just a wee bit slower and if there wasn't any background "music" this would be a most enjoyable video.

[BBTomahawk]

i think the spitfire is second and the third is the messechimit ( correct for spelling please)

[rickharriss]

I think the most well recognised aircraft from the WWII may well be the Spitfire! or the Lancaster or even the B52.

[SuperAerobat]

"This is the critical part.."

"Don't say that!"

Hahaha

[stenic]

where can I find the yellow t-6 models the instructor uses? I would love to have one on my desk

[JAMamation]

Spitfire > Mustang
Although I am slightly bias...

[guts]

Yeah, I'm not America or England, but Spitfire is number 1.

[TheBonkening]

are Air Force pilots allowed to wear glasses in the US?