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Exotic Wings

USA Central - Texas 2025

Duration
12 Days
Location
Texas, USA
Date
October 12, 2025
October
Shoot Type
Exotic Wings & Photo Shoots
from
£ 1,875.00 
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Texas has some of the rarest and most unique warbirds in the world. It has many private owners, huge museums, a massive military and industry presence, and some cracking airshows.

The focus of this trip will be the two days at historic Ellington Field on October 18th and 19th for the Commemorative Air Force's Wings Over Houston air show. Other visits and opportunities will be confirmed later.

This 12-day trip has a big chunk of everything, and is built for those who want to get up close with some of the most exciting aircraft and collections in the US. And those Texas BBQs...

After flying into Dallas–Fort Worth, it’s straight into a road trip of non-stop line-up of aviation highlights.

Expect time at Alliance Airport to catch the locals (lots of very interesting movements here, including some great aggressor aircraft) and a wander through the fascinating Mid-America Museum. We are also working on private visits to the incredible sights of privately owned MiG-23s and MiG-17s… the stuff of legends!

Let’s not forget that no Texas road trip would be complete without the evenings at Texas steakhouses and BBQs, with hearty, down-home American food and live music!

Then comes the weekend we’ve all been waiting for - the CAF's Wings Over Houston, what a show! We’ll spend two full days surrounded by incredible displays at Ellington Field, with the expectation of shooting some of the most amazing warbirds and classic jets on the planet. Optional extras include the bonuses of exploring the Lone Star Flight Museum and stepping inside the NASA Johnson Space Center for a taste of the US space program, both past and future.

Our adventure continues west towards San Antonio, where we’re planning a visit to Lackland AFB, with a real treat  currently in the final stages of planning.

Finally, it’s back to Dallas for a grand send off. We’re hoping to spend some time at the Commemorative Air Force headquarters, photographing icons like the mighty B-29 and B-24, before wrapping up with a visit to the superb Frontiers of Flight Museum at Dallas Love Field. Then it’s back to DFW Airport for our afternoon flight home, with full memory cards (and bellies!?), with stories to last a lifetime.

This trip has a bit of everything – modern jets, classic warbirds, museum gems, and one of the best airshows in the USA. All in one relaxed, friendly group setting where the focus is on photography, fun, and making the most of every stop.

Delivered by
COAP Wings
This trip is open for booking

COAP Wings trips are Land Only by default. If you require flights from/to your local airport, we will be happy to provide you with a quote. Please fill in the details below. Do not book your own flights without our confirmation that the trip is going ahead.

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Itinerary

Sun 12th - Out to Dallas  /  LHR to DFW (Meet between 1230-1400hrs at DFW Arrivals if travelling Land Only)

Mon 13th - Alliance Airport & local area

Tues 14th - Mid-America Museum (Mount Pleasant)

Weds 15th - MiG-23s private visit in progress

Thurs 16th - MiG-17s private visit in progress

Fri 17th - Wings over Houston, Ellington & surrounding area

Sat 18th - Wings over Houston, Ellington & surrounding area

Sun 19th - Wings over Houston, Ellington & surrounding area

Mon 20th - Lackland AFB in progress

Tues 21st - CAF Dallas in progress

Weds 22nd - Frontier of Flight Museum / DFW Airport for evening flight to London

Thurs 23rd  - Arrive LHR and return home….

What you need to know

The COAP flights are Sunday 12th October, AA/BA from LHR T3 dep. 0820hrs, arr. DFW 1235hrs. The return journey being on Wednesday 22nd October AA/BA DFW 1525hrs, arr. LHR 0625hrs+1

Costs for this trip are From...

Land Only, Twin-Share = From £1875.00
Land Only, Single Room = From £2575.00

Flights from the UK from From £1050.00

The cost includes costs for general admission tickets for both show days (Saturday & Sunday). Ticket upgrades and photo access upgrades at own expense. Any dedicated photo shoots (MiGs etc) may cost extra (TBC), as will other museums and excursions.

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