Privately owned MiG-29 finally flys!

**Operator** · 30 Jan 11,, 04:55

Well it was actually almost 2 months ago, but I didn't see any threads about it.

I'd been following the progress of these MiG's for awhile as I found it fascinating that a civilian (though not your average joe) would finally be able to get at least one of them off the ground.
Red Air Aircraft - We bring the enemy to you.

**Maxor** · 30 Jan 11,, 05:08

The T-38/F-5 they have as a chase plane is a sweet ride all by itself, and alot cheaper to operate.... I want either or both, + the money to fuel and fly them all I like.

**Operator** · 30 Jan 11,, 05:19

Originally Posted by Maxor

The T-38/F-5 they have as a chase plane is a sweet ride all by itself, and alot cheaper to operate.... I want either or both, + the money to fuel and fly them all I like.

If you can get that deal, let me use whichever A/C you're not flying!

I missed out on the sale of these birds.....................

**USSWisconsin** · 30 Jan 11,, 05:32

I'll take two, and the money and time to be able to afford to support them
Very cool - I wonder how much a ride would cost

**Operator** · 30 Jan 11,, 05:38

Originally Posted by USSWisconsin

I'll take two, and the money and time to be able to afford to support them
Very cool - I wonder how much a ride would cost

Not sure about the Flanker, but the MiG is used purely for military training, from my understanding.

**Chogy** · 30 Jan 11,, 14:17

"If I were Bill Gates"... How many daydreams started with that sentence?

I'd buy an airdrome in the Western U.S., house some veteran mechanics there permanently with their families, all suitably compensated, and have a fleet of warbirds. I'd tell them "I'll call before I arrive, but basically have them ready to go at all times. Here's your budget for spares and maintenance."

Very cool. The early MiG's have been around for decades for private purchase, and they are not all that expensive, much cheaper than a typical business jet. U.S. jets are almost impossible to obtain due to laws.