Aerobatic flying

Take a smooth Ride with Johnny Blum - Aerobatics USA

John Blum is a Certified Flight Instructor with more than 3,500 hours of flight experience in Pitts S-1 and S-2 biplanes. He is an active member of the International Aerobatic Club and flies aerobatic competition in the Intermediate category. John has a sincere enthusiasm for flying aerobatics and enjoys sharing it with others.
15. 6. 2013

Adrex.com is pleased to introduce another outstanding aerobatics pilot who, while maintaining all safety gets sometimes beyond average.

Wild or Mild, Aerobatic or Scenic . . . You Choose!

The first portion of a typical 45 minute flight begins with an aerial tour of the Metro Denver area or the Colorado Rocky Mountains. Afterwards, most customers are eager to discover basic aerobatics and perhaps get some flight experience themselves. The instructor will talk you through flying a simple loop, roll, or spin, and can also demonstrate more advanced air show style maneuvers like the torque roll, tailslide or lomcovac.  Previous flight experience is not required and we're confident that the experience will leave you with a grin from ear to ear!

John´s Qustiones and Answers (before you take a flight with him ) : 

Q: Is there a special Pilot's License or "rating" needed to fly aerobatics?

A: No. A Private Pilot certificate is all that is required to fly solo aerobatics. With the exception of
airshow flying, the FAA does not regulate aerobatic competency; however, it is the pilot's
responsibility to get the dual instruction required to fly safely. There are no special requirements
to be an aerobatic student pilot other than good health.

Q: Isn't it dangerous?

A: No more so than other types of general aviation activities. Aerobatics is not
"stunt flying". Safety is the prime objective in aerobatic instruction. The International
Aerobatic Club (IAC), who sanctions aerobatic competitions, has maintained a perfect safety
record for more than 25 years.

Q: Will we wear parachutes?

A: Yes, it's a requirement by the FAA (FAR 91.307). We have both chair-pack style and seat-pack style available to assure the best cockpit fit.

Q: Will I get airsick?

A: Probably not. Most people find that if they're busy flying the airplane, they won't get queasy. Whether you're flying a structured lesson or just a ride, we encourage you to do as much of the flying as possible.

Q: Can you recommend any good books or tapes on the subject?

A: "Fly for Fun" by Bill Thomas and "Basic Aerobatics" by Szurovy & Goulian are helpful books. An excellent video is "Aerobatics: Flying the Maneuvers" featuring Clint McHenry, produced by the EAA. All are available from the IAC at 800-843-3612.

To find out more information about John´s services, just go to : www.flyaerobatics.com

Source:  Flyaerobatics website ( Thanks to Johnny Blum )   Video: Youtube.com    Text:  Thomas

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