Rented a Mustang (for an hour)

[100]

Got to rent a Mustang for an hour -- quite an experience. We went from Mcclellan in Sacramento (around Lake Tahoe) and back. It was through the Collings Foundation. I recommend it. Has anyone else done this? Right now, they are in Oregon.

[plumcrazy]

i rent a mustang from time to time for biz. they are nice. Same goes for the camaro

[AZTVR]

Got to rent a Mustang for an hour -- quite an experience. We went from Mcclellan in Sacramento (around Lake Tahoe) and back. It was through the Collings Foundation. I recommend it. Has anyone else done this?

Worst write-up of the decade !
Posting about renting a Mustang on a Viper forum and only for an hour at that!
Probably one of those 6 cylinder convertible Hertz rent-a-cars right? LOL !!!!!!!!!!

I just happen to know what you are talking about, though, since I've considered renting the same thing; but, I am waaay to cheap!

I think that you may be talking about that AWESOME one of a kind 2-seater, V12 model ?

[J TNT]

They are a fun car , especially topless !

[100]

Here's a good article (PDF) on the P51 Betty Jane and Jim, the Instructor. http://warbirds-eaa.org/featured/13Featured%20Articles%20-%20Vol.34,%20No.%2001-%20February%202011%20Betty%20Jane%20-%20TP%2051C.pdf

Also, the rental fee is a tax deduction (the Collings Foundation is a non-profit).

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[AZTVR]

Here's a good article (PDF) on the P51 Betty Jane and Jim, the Instructor. http://warbirds-eaa.org/featured/13Featured%20Articles%20-%20Vol.34,%20No.%2001-%20February%202011%20Betty%20Jane%20-%20TP%2051C.pdf

Also, the rental fee is a tax deduction (the Collings Foundation is a non-profit).

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Yes, I seriously considered it a few weeks ago when I saw that they were in my area. It would be the ride of a lifetime. Did you get any video?

[100]

Yes, I seriously considered it a few weeks ago when I saw that they were in my area. It would be the ride of a lifetime. Did you get any video?

No video worth posting.

A camera is set up (pointing a the passenger) in the cockpit, but you have to ask beforehand. I was told that they would offer the video AFTER the flight for $25. No dice.

The best deal is 1 hour because you get an extra solid 30 min and later you can become a sponsor and get free rides for you and any friend on the B-17 and B-24 for life for an additional donation.

So if you fly the Mustang, ask for the video beforehand.

If 1,640 HP is not enough, they have an A-4 Skyhawk and F-4 Phantom in Texas.

[AZTVR]

If 1,640 HP is not enough, they have an A-4 Skyhawk and F-4 Phantom in Texas.

Ooh, F4 Phantom !!! I have a buddy that worked on F-4 radio equipment on the carrier around 1970 ; but, never got a ride. I will forward the info to him.

[Vprbite]

Looks pretty damn sweet. What's it set you back? I was considering doing one where you dogfight in more modern single engine planes, no experience necessary for my next big birthday or something like that.

Seems awesome and like a great day.

[AZTVR]

Looks pretty damn sweet. What's it set you back? I was considering doing one where you dogfight in more modern single engine planes, no experience necessary for my next big birthday or something like that.

Seems awesome and like a great day.

You missed it. They were here in April.
http://www.collingsfoundation.org/ev...-freedom-tour/

Cost is considerable; but, one has to pay to play like a big boy !

http://www.collingsfoundation.org/flight-experiences/

[100]

Looks pretty damn sweet. What's it set you back? I was considering doing one where you dogfight in more modern single engine planes, no experience necessary for my next big birthday or something like that.

Seems awesome and like a great day.

No experience necessary, the instructor handled the rudder and throttle. I only used the joystick. The only instruments I used were the compass, altimeter, inclinometer, attitude indicator, and airspeed indicator (for loops). When you reach 270 knots, pull back. 1 hour is $3,200 which is a tax deduction (charitable contribution). The $3,200 can go towards unlimited lifetime flights for you and a friend on the bombers and a bomber jacket. (There was no Turn Coordinator.)
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Flight_instrument

[Granger73]

Got me good.lol. I know it wasn't intended but when I hear Mustang, I'm still a car guy. Sounded like a fun trip?

[C.J]

How cool is that! Awesome stuff to be able to fly a P-51!

Check with your CPA about that deduction...you did receive something for that donation.

[100]

Yes, it's a deduction on Sch. A. C J, but you need to deduct the value of the goods or services you receive (subjective).

[Victxv10]

Collings is a great foundation! I've done the B-17, B-24 and B-25 first year it came through town. Following year I was co-pilot in a Huey and another flight in the B-17. The F4 would be an awesome experience but it's $10K for the day.

[100]

Collings is a great foundation! I've done the B-17, B-24 and B-25 first year it came through town. Following year I was co-pilot in a Huey and another flight in the B-17. The F4 would be an awesome experience but it's $10K for the day.

The F4 is in Texas, and they don't promise to break the speed of sound.