Walking up to a Nanchang CJ-6A it doesnt take long to feel as if youre stepping back into the Golden Age of aviation,

because you are. The radial engine, tandem seat s, rear sliding canopies, and a dihedral gull shaped wing all suggest an experience rem iniscent of what it must have been like to fly 50 years ago C which just so happens to be when the plane was first designed. The actual flying experience in a CJ only confirms those romantic notions. So, for anyone looking to step back in time to enjoy round eng ine nostalgia, the CJ is sure to please. There are many reasons that the endears itself to so many pilots C good looks, comfortable cockpits, great visibility, delightful control harmony, and gentle yet sportyflying characteristics. Not only is the Nanchang CJ-6A a great looking and capable airplane, but it is arguably the best bang for the buck warbird flying. When the sweet sounding 9 cylinder radial comes to life, first coughing big puff s of white