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I made a fairly good living as an independent CFi specializing in high performance airplanes, specifically WW2 prop fighter planes. Haven't killed anyone yet. The problem is always the same. The pilot you are teaching or checking out can either handle it or they can't. There's no magic bullet...

I think I smell the onset of a marketing plan here :-) Dudley

SEE!! I'm still here!! :-)) This move of yours sounds like a wonderful idea Jay. Texas is a great state and it looks like that area has a lot of potential for guys with huge imagination and creative abilities like you and Mary. Dudley

Agreed! My favorite when working with an akro pilot getting ready to do display work was to have them trim out in level flight with the altimeter needle exactly centered on the 0 then tell them to try maintaining level flight by keeping the large altimeter needle within the confines of the 0...

Jeanie; In a Decathlon, you might want to take a look at one of the "softies". Remember 150mph and a maximum of 16 ft/sec. A good softie will probably set you back the better part of 2 grand but you can get one that will be comfortable on your body in a Decathlon seat. The reduced weight of a...

I can think of no better example of "you get what you pay for". Spare no expense on your chute. DH

If you intend flying aerobatics and wearing a chute, remember what I am about to tell you if you remember nothing else you ever hear from an aerobatic instructor. Your parachute is your life. Treat it as though every time you lay your hands on it you will need it. The reason you pull a ripcord...

Just found it! In a Decathlon you can use either a security chute or a regular back pack. Whatever you do, get a chute rated for at least a 150mph opening as airspeed can build up in a hurry if you have a structrual failure. Secondly, make sure you match the canopy size against your body weight...

Worked for 46 years so far with my lovely bride anyway :-)) Sorry; don't see a thing about chutes in the thread.

My wife says I'm in deep trouble here :-)))

Aren't all the Calico's girls? :-))))))))))))

This method was in vogue for non instrumented aircraft and non instrumented pilots about the time I started learning to fly. Barring severe turbulence that destabilizes the aircraft, the technique can be executed successfully. Spinning was also a suggested alternative technique, as in the spin...

Congratulations on the new certificate. Dudley Henriques

Good video. The Immelman used as he's using it when doing a spin sequence like this one is a great exercise in energy management. Utilizes the exit airspeed and saves fuel too! :-)) I've often done this myself when teaching pilots how to design and fly maneuver sequences to be used in display...

I instructed in Aerobats. We had one on our line for quite a while. It's a VERY basic aerobatic aircraft in roll, does fairly well in pitch, and does a very nice snap roll and is a good spin trainer. You are absolutely correct about energy management in this airplane. EM is an important element...

With the advent of gyroscopic maneuvering, the book on aerobatics has been re-written and is in fact an on going process as we speak. These maneuvers require tremendous thrust to weight ratios and huge roll rates along with oversize control surfaces. The Eagle, although a fine airplane, is a...

I'm afraid I'd like to offer a respectful alternative to this "approach" (pun intended :-) I've never been a fan of these canned, do it THIS way, articles that tend to a SINGLE SOLUTION for phases of flight such as landings. The truth is that flying is done in a constantly changing dynamic and...

I've flown it, and assuming an aircraft in top shape and under current inspection I would recommend it highly. It's a fine airplane. This being said, if the aircraft was kit built you have to consider the builder and all the paperwork from day 1. Bottom line is that I would check all papers VERY...

I can see why you're in sales :-))

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