How much does it cost to ride in a B-17?

How much does it cost to ride in a B-17?

The cost to fly on the B-17 Flying Fortress is: $495.00 per person for seats in the center section of the aircraft. $700.00 per person for the Navigator’s Seat. $850.00 per person for the Bombardier’s Seat.

Are there any flying B-17?

The Boeing B-17 Flying Fortress is an American four-engine heavy bomber used by the United States Army Air Forces and other Allied air forces during World War II. Today, 46 planes survive in complete form, 10 of which are airworthy, and 39 of which reside in the United States.

How many B-17 bombers are left?

The current total of surviving B-17 bombers located in the United States stands at 40: Nine (9) B-17 planes are airworthy, such as “Texas Raiders”, “Sentimental Journey” and “Aluminum Overcast”.

What size bombs did a B-17 carry?

The B-17’s armament consisted of five .30 caliber (7.62 mm) machine guns, with a payload up to 4,800 lb (2,200 kg) of bombs on two racks in the bomb bay behind the cockpit.

How many gallons of fuel did a B-17 carry?

FUEL CAPACITY: 1,700 gallons RANGE: 1,850 miles. Range could be extended when equipped with “Tokyo Tanks” which provided a total capacity of 3,630 gallons. ARMAMENT: Thirteen Browning M-2 .

How much does it cost to ride in Fifi?

Give the gift of a lifetime with a ride in one of our historic WWII aircraft. A limited number of seats are available at most tour stops. Aircraft options vary. $299 to $3,700.

Is the B-17 hard to fly?

The rugged B-17s would often return with many of their working parts shot up, but the Flying Fortress earned its reputation as one of the toughest planes to fly in World War II.

How do I book a B-17 Flying Fortress Texas Raider flight?

The CAF B-17 Flying Fortress Texas Raiders and her sister aircraft the Navy JRB transport Little Raider typically operate from March through November. Find the event location or date that best suits you on our SCHEDULE page and then click the “Book Your Ride Now” button to reserve your flight.

How many B-17s are still flying today?

B-17G Flying Fortress *Texas Raiders* is one of the most recognized and popular warbirds currently flying. The United States built 12,731 B-17s and today only five are actively flying. *Texas Raiders* was the first Flying Fortress acquired solely for the purpose of restoration and use as a flying museum.

When is the B-17 Flying Fortress coming to Tyler?

The iconic B-17 Flying Fortress is coming to Tyler Pounds Regional Airport July 1-4, 2021 with three other vintage warbirds for Thunder Over Cedar Creek Airshow

How much does it cost to go on a B-17?

$850.00 per person for the Bombardier’s Seat. The B-17 accommodates eight passengers along with a flight crew of four. The Living History Flight Experience is about 90 minutes from start to finish, including approximately 20-25 minutes in the air. Payments are processed at the time an online reservation is booked.