RV aerobatic/formation training

floridawing · #1 06-12-2011, 07:59 PM

Hello, I would like to get some training in basic aerobatics/formation in a RV 6/7. Does anyone know someone that offers this? If not in a RV, some type of aircraft that would make it a nice tranistion to a RV6. Thanks alot!

sailvi767 · #2 06-12-2011, 08:31 PM

Kent Gorton offers aero training in a lightweight RV6. He also can provide training in a extra 300. He is located south of Atlanta.

http://www.kentgortonairsports.com/

George

floridawing · #3 06-13-2011, 01:24 AM

Thanks George for the link.

sailvi767 · #4 06-13-2011, 05:34 AM

I should have mentioned he is a professional air show pilot and was once the pilot for the Toyota airshow team.

George

sandifer · #5 06-13-2011, 08:34 AM

Florida acro operators from the list maintained by IAC:

http://www.iacusn.org/schools/index.php#state_FL_

If you're looking to start doing acro in your RV, you don't necessarily need RV-specific training. If you get safe and comfortable doing basic maneuvers in a Super D or Pitts, then you should be able to explore this on your own in the RV with the knowledge that the RV is a cleaner airframe. But sure wouldn't hurt to have an experienced RV pilot train you a little in the type you're flying.

humptybump · #6 06-13-2011, 10:36 AM

A couple of things to note - if you get your basic aerobatics training with an aircraft with constant speed prop and then transition to a fixed prop, you need to pay close attention to your RPMs. An RV will also pick up speed faster on the down angle when compared to something like a Super Decathlon.

floridawing · #7 06-13-2011, 10:58 AM

Thanks alot for all the information. I did not realize how clean the RV is and how fast it picks up speed going down hill!

Tram · #8 06-13-2011, 10:06 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by floridawing

Thanks alot for all the information. I did not realize how clean the RV is and how fast it picks up speed going down hill!

Gets your attention, eh?