Hello to all,
Real quick about myself, I recently graduated from college as a mechanical engineer and now work in the aviation industry. I have gone back and forth about joining the Nay but so far I have not felt the desire deserves an action. Really it has been a dream of mine to fly and follow my father’s footsteps but I also enjoy the industry I am in and the work I do.
My question to you all, I would really like to get my Dad back in a plane but how? He retired as a Commander in the Peruvian Navy but attended flight school in Pensacola. The dates I am not 100% on but I know it was in the 70's. He flew the T-34 and always tells stories of his beloved plane. He also returned as an Instructor. Have any of you ever heard of anyone getting a "ride along"? It would be mean the world to me and I am sure to him if there was some way to get him back in even for a little bit. I have looked at some other options such as air combat USA but the sentimental value of being back in the T-34 I think would make it an amazing experience. Maybe some one can help me get in contact with an old classmate or someone that may be able to steer me in the right direction. If I am not mistaken his call sign was "bruja" due to the distinct nose the males in our family have been so fortunate in getting. Obviously he’s an older guy, 55 now, but he is still in great shape. I am ashamed to say so but probably in better shape than myself. If any of you remember a big nosed Peruvian from flight school in Pensacola and can some how help out I would be beyond grateful.
I would appreciate any information any of you may have and I understand how wild my request might be but I thought I should try anyway. Like I said air combat USA or someone in line of work may be my best chance but still, I have to try.
Real quick about myself, I recently graduated from college as a mechanical engineer and now work in the aviation industry. I have gone back and forth about joining the Nay but so far I have not felt the desire deserves an action. Really it has been a dream of mine to fly and follow my father’s footsteps but I also enjoy the industry I am in and the work I do.
My question to you all, I would really like to get my Dad back in a plane but how? He retired as a Commander in the Peruvian Navy but attended flight school in Pensacola. The dates I am not 100% on but I know it was in the 70's. He flew the T-34 and always tells stories of his beloved plane. He also returned as an Instructor. Have any of you ever heard of anyone getting a "ride along"? It would be mean the world to me and I am sure to him if there was some way to get him back in even for a little bit. I have looked at some other options such as air combat USA but the sentimental value of being back in the T-34 I think would make it an amazing experience. Maybe some one can help me get in contact with an old classmate or someone that may be able to steer me in the right direction. If I am not mistaken his call sign was "bruja" due to the distinct nose the males in our family have been so fortunate in getting. Obviously he’s an older guy, 55 now, but he is still in great shape. I am ashamed to say so but probably in better shape than myself. If any of you remember a big nosed Peruvian from flight school in Pensacola and can some how help out I would be beyond grateful.
I would appreciate any information any of you may have and I understand how wild my request might be but I thought I should try anyway. Like I said air combat USA or someone in line of work may be my best chance but still, I have to try.