RC-45J - SNB
"BoB"
The RC-45J Ride Flight Experience:
The RC-45J SNB is the Navy variant of the C-45. The C-45 is a military transport version of the civilian Beechcraft Model 18 or "Twin Beech", which began its 32 year production lifespan in 1937. It was the result of Walter Beech’s desire in 1935 to build a low-wing monoplane to compete with commercial biplanes of the day, like the Curtis Condor.
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The C-45 was first ordered by the U.S. Army Air Corps for use as a staff transport. It was continually modified throughout its production life with changes like increased seating capacity and a longer nose. A navigator training version was put in service as the AT-7, and a float plane version was designated the AT-7A.
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The Model 18 was further modified during 1941 as the advanced trainer AT-11, equipped with a small bomb bay, transparent nose section, and two .30 cal. machine guns. This variant was used for bombardier and gunnery training. A photo reconnaissance model, designated the F-2, was the final wartime variant of the Model 18. The U.S. Navy and Marine Corps acquired more than 1,500 Model 18s during World War II, with respective identifiers of JRB and SNB.
The RC-45J is a perfect aircraft to ride for not a lot of money, but a whole lot of fun! Take the entire family and bring the kids for a flight experience they won't soon forget.
Book A Ride Today:
VIP Cabin Seat:
$ 150
Co-Pilot Seat:
$ 295
Full Plane Reservation
$ 800
Up To 6 Passengers
Questions & Information
Refund Policy
All Airpower History Tour sales are final. In the event of a delay or cancellation as a result of airport/airspace activities, aircraft maintenance, or weather conditions, passengers will be rescheduled for a later time the same day or a future day at the same tour stop.
If a scheduled flight is cancelled due to airport/airspace activities, weather, or aircraft maintenance reasons passengers can request one of the following options:​
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Passengers may reschedule their ride at the same tour stop at a later time/date (as possible)
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Passengers may request a gift certificate for use at a future tour stop
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Passengers may request a full refund
Refunds will not be issued to passengers who fail to arrive on-time for their flight (no-shows) and/or fail to check-in at the Airpower Ride Desk at least one hour before their scheduled flight time.
All passengers must check-in at the AirPower Ride Desk at least one hour prior to the scheduled flight time.
Tickets purchased same day or within 1 day of the ride date cannot be refunded.
Cancellation Policy
For cancellations that occur within 2-7 days of the ride date a $150.00 (per seat) fee will be assessed.
For cancellations that occur more than 7 days from the ride date, a $95.00 (per seat) fee will be assessed.
Passenger Requirements
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Riders ages 5-11 must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian on the aircraft to fly.
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Riders between the ages of 12-17 must have a parent or legal guardian present at time of check-in to fly.
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Passengers must be able to enter and exit the aircraft under their own power, enter and exit their seat, and be able to operate seat safety belts.
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Passengers must be able to read printed safety materials, and understand verbal safety briefings.
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Passengers must follow flight crew instructions and commands before, during, and after flight and when around aircraft or on airport ramps/taxiways. This helps ensure the safety and enjoyment of all passengers.