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The T-6 Texan was known as “the pilot maker” because of its major role in preparing pilots for combat during WWII. As of 1940, most combat pilots earning their wings had at least 75 hours in the AT-6. A number of T-6 aircraft saw active duty as forward air control aircraft during the Korean war.
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The PT-17 was the primary military trainer for nearly every pilot who flew in WWII. Built as a private venture by the Stearman Aircraft Company of Wichita, this historic biplane gained a reputation as a rugged airplane and a good teacher.
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Beginning in 1953 the T-34 Mentor entered service as the primary training aircraft for the U.S Military. About 100 of the 1,300 T-34s built still remain in military service today.
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Due to the nature of the aircraft, members must be trained and qualified to fly each aircraft type. Fly History offers flight training and qualification services through the use of selected check-pilots possessing specific qualifications in the aircraft offered.
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