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Waldo Wrights Flying Service was established in 1995 with the dream of introducing people of all ages to the thrill and romance of open cockpit biplane flight.

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Testimonials

Hey, guys! I just wanted to convey again, my sincere thanks for an incredible experience! Getting the chance to merely ride in an open-cockpit airplane - much less than actually taking the controls and flying it - was just amazing. I have been re-living the experience ever since. I cannot thank you enough for the opportunity, and for the patience to listen to me as I shared my family's barnstorming experiences. I felt closer to my Dad flying that Steerman than ever while he was alive. Most respectfully, Paul

- Paul Barnhill

Thanks for the experience, I can cross 1 off the bucket list.Let me know if you get to Ohio in the future.Tell your wife she is a hell of a grounds crew.It was 45 years ago that I was given the stick, I may take it up again. Thanks again for a great time.

- Tim

Thank you for making my day! I had a double dose of flying the Stearman a couple weeks ago and had a fantastic time. It's an experience I will remember and talk about for a long time. And have a video to relive it over and over again. Waldo has a great team and took very good care of me.

- Richard Storey

Thanks so much for the great flight last week and for taking video. I've put a short clip up on youtube at this link: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TUHJ1Lv1rHY

- Jay Wiley

I can't find the words to express how special the flight my daughter and took with you was. I was very sincere when I told you that flying in your biplane was a profound experience that touched me to my core.

- Eva Wendt

In September I flew in your beautifully restored 1942 Stearman. It was an incredible experience! I wanted to express my many thanks for the 'soup to nuts' opportunity to see how enjoyable it is to fly this airplane. I also appreciated the historical background of Florida's WWII aviation history. I look forward to flying in your Waco!

- Ken Nicol

My wife and I stopped by Fantasy of Flight today and I had the opportunity to fly in the Stearman with Rob. I was the Navy guy that was hoping to get over his fear of flying. I have to tell you I had the thrill. Yes, it will take time to be 100% percent comfortable again, but you really treated me well and I appreciate you talking to me and explaining everything before, during and after the flight. I REALLY had a great time and plan to return for another flight. You guys are the best! Thank you for the memories and a swell time. I plan on leaning more about the Stearman and we will do figure eight's next time.
You both are really fortunate to work at something you truly love.

- Robert and Brenda Boatwright

Hi, we visited from England on the 21st February this year and had a wonderful time. Many thanks.

- Steve Barnett

Hi, I flew the Stearman last year in Kalamazoo, MI. It was a great ride bringing flying back to its roots. A flight that I will remember always! And if opportunity comes again I would love to go up again.

- Curtis Doell

We wanted you to know how much we enjoyed the day and have told MANY friends about it. Thanks again, Mom couldn't wait to tell HER friends what she had done. Best of all things life can offer to the both of you, and thanks again.

- Kathe Eberhardt

Thanks for the experience, I can cross 1 off the bucket list.Let me know if you get to Ohio in the future.Tell your wife she is a hell of a grounds crew.It was 45 years ago that I was given the stick, I may take it up again. Thanks again for a great time.

- Tim

ABSOLUTELY INCREDIBLE flight and one I'll remember for as long as I live. Never had anyone (instructor or otherwise) in any aircraft make me feel as comfortable and at ease as he did. Got an equally amazing video I've already watched 50 times at least!

- Rick Heaton

This is the coolest thing ever..go fly with Waldo Wright's

- Ed Nollmann

Nothing can compare to the Stearman with its open cockpit and its graceful maneuvering. The view was breathtaking! Thank you for this exciting experience! I plan to do it again in the near future.

- Brian Reade

I can never thank you enough for the life-changing experience I had flying the Stearman! I never thought I could get over my fear of flying but you were so great and helpful and eased me into the air again for the first time in 16 years. Now I can't wait to fly again! I can't believe it! I will never forget you. Thank you with all my heart!

- Maria Stein

We were there this past Sat and you took our Uncle George Grimes for a ride. This met the world to him and to us. At almost 93 he will not be around to long. In his own words, this was the best day ever and he said he will never forget. And for him to fly the plane he learned to fly in at 18 years old in Navy colors was just icing on the cake. You and your Husband are wonderful people. Thank you from the bottom of our Hearts. Thank you, Thank you, Thank you...

- Randy Bryant

If I can spend $6000 on my family to come to Florida, the $300 for the flight for ME to enjoy was nothing!

- Chuck

I flew with Rob a couple weeks ago. I put together a little write-up of the experience to share with some friends and thought I'd share it with you as well.

- Patrick Jennings

Just to say many thanks for a fantastic flight for myself and my family on New Year's Day. Only for Mrs Waldo's calming talk I wouldn't have gone up - I wouldn't have missed it for the world and its a great memory for our family. Thank you so much and every good wish for a very happy 2006.

- Sandra O'Toole

Wanted to let you know how much our daughter loved the flight in the Stearman a couple of weeks ago! She flew in one at age 18 and now 20 years later with you! She can't get over it!

- Michael Quinton

Waldo, thank you so much for taking my son David and I for a lifetime flight. Enjoyed talking to you about the Delta DC-3 restoration. Way to tickle the grass in landing.

- Richard Burley and David

Hi all just wanted to say we are still talking about our great day flying with you, and we would just like to say thank you once again. We look forward to meeting you again on our next trip across the pond.

- Adam and Vicki Buick

I was with a group of journalists during the Travel Conference's PowWow and had the FUN of flying in your bi-plane at Fantasy of Flight.
Thanks for a great experience.

- Sue McCarthy

Thanks again for the great flight this morning. I was very impressed with your skills as a pilot and as an instructor. Flying the Stearman was such a unique experience. I will always remember my first flight.

- Pierce Haviland

I've just got to my hotelroom after an superawesome flying experience at Fantasy of Flight. The flight in the Stearman was like a dream come true, the wind, the enigine noise and views were spectacular. I want to thank you, and espacially Sarah, for the hands on flight I've had!! Everyone in the Netherlands will have to hear and see my adventure. Maybe after all I will go enroll for flight lessons.

Thanks again, I wish you all the very best of luck!!

- Martijn Riepe

A friend and myself was at FANTASY of FLIGHT, ON 1-23-10..and had taken a ride in the D-25..its was great..THANK YOU..

- Donald Conover

Hi, My fiance flew with you folks a couple of weeks ago. He grandfather was an aviation cadet at Lodwick. Samantha's really grateful for the experience.

- Ed Siarkowicz

Many thanks to chief pilot Rob Lock who guided me through the basic maneuvers in the Stearman. It was truly a dream come true and an experience I'll never forget. I visited Fantasy of Flight on my way to Florida's theme parks which paled in comparison. I'm still grinning...

- Michael Flory

A must do if you are in the Orlando area...

- Dan Sokolowski

Back home in Canada now and just wanted to send a quick note to tell how much I enjoyed my flight in your beautiful PT-17. It has been quite a few years since I flew my Champion 7EC on floats and skis, in many ways the PT-17 brought back those memories. Again thanks, would love to do it again some time...

- Jim Hanson

Just wanted to say that our flight yesterday (Sunday) was an amazing experience. We truly enjoyed the biplane (wish I owned one now) and have told all of our friends about it. Thanks again for making it a memorable day!

- Jason Seachrist

I was named after my uncle Captain Ive McKinney Barnstormer of the Gates Air Circus. You are doing a great job to tell about early aviation history.

- Ive McKinney

Rob, Loved the flight in the Stearman. WOW!!! I am still amazed. You told me that I flew the first 6 missions. Framing my certificate! Hey, I'll be back, ready for mission 7 and beyond.

- Kevin Barry

...a look of sheer joy on the face of my 11 year old. We went up with Waldo on 10/15. This is a grin that cant be bought and the money spent for the ride with Waldo is EASILY the best money I have spent as a parent.

- Salavtore Franzese