CJ-6 Nanchang
Dan Fortin
A Red Dragon in the Sky!
You can’t miss the Nanchang CJ-6A flown by Dan Fortin. With its blazing red paint scheme and fire-breathing dragon artwork, this former Chinese military trainer grabs attention everywhere it goes — especially when Dan throws it into breathtaking aerobatic maneuvers!
Loops, rolls, low passes… Dan Fortin flies with contagious intensity and impressive precision. A true showman in the sky, he turns every flight into a powerful display of skill, control, and passion for historic aviation.
Alongside aircraft owner Michel Côté, Dan helps bring a lesser-known chapter of military aviation history to life — all while delivering a thrilling and unforgettable experience for the crowd.
Information
- Chinese military trainer aircraft from the 1960s
- Custom paint job: fire-breathing dragon in bright Dodge Viper red
- 285 HP Huosai radial engine
- Dynamic aerobatic performances: loops, rolls, low passes
- Flown by Dan Fortin, former air cadet and lifelong aviation enthusiast
- Appeared at events such as the Classic Air Rallye and Vintage Wings Open Houses
- A must-see act for fans of rare warbirds and high-energy displays
