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Our Super Decathlon, which is fully aerobatic and stressed certified for +6 -5 g's, is available for solo rental after completion of our insurance checkout requirements. Being able to rent our aircraft for solo use makes it possible for pilots to progress smoothly from aerobatic basics to more advanced flight through practice and dedication. Four Winds Aviation instructors are specialists, brought into the program after first qualifying in other non-aerobatic courses offered at the school. Our Pitts S2B is available for Dual Instruction and also for IAC Sanctioned Competitions to qualified pilots. Call for details on competition availability.
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Four
Winds Aviation offers training designed to substantially
increase the safety and pleasure of flying. All of our aerobatic courses start with confidence and safety training and extend
through our intermediate and advanced aerobatic programs. All courses are
taught to specific completion standards but one caveat to note
is that course flight time estimates are approximate (See
explanation under estimated costs)
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We also see a varying range of piloting skill and abilities, theoretical knowledge and physical tolerance to G forces, all of which will influence progress significantly. Our basic aerobatic course can be completed in as few as 7 flight hours, but more commonly requires 10 to 12. In a few rare instances, students have required twice that much time, but this is very uncommon. The intermediate training program is designed to suit individual students, so even broad estimates with this course are impractical. What you will be when you complete any of the courses with Four Winds Aviation is extremely proficient. You will finish with the confidence and skill to perform any of the maneuvers covered in each of the courses. We owe it to you as a pilot, and you owe it to yourself, to not shortcut any of the flight training that involves aerobatics.
You have always had a yearning to fly the nostalgic aircraft, or maybe of owning that Pitts or Christian Eagle you have dreamed of rolling through the sky as other pilots stare skyward in envy. Problem is, they all have conventional gear and you're not yet Tail Wheel qualified. Problem solved! Come to Four Winds Aviation and let one of our highly qualified Tail Wheel instructors make a better pilot out of you, and earn your tail wheel endorsement in the process. This course is a great deal of fun, very rewarding, and you will wonder why you waited so long to get the endorsement. As in all of our training, we use the American Champion Super Decathlon exclusively. You will be flying one of the premier aerobatic trainers available on the market today. Don't wait, come see us today to start your training. (Flight: approx 5 - 10 hours, Ground: 3 - 5 hours)
Learn to fly the way pilots were meant to fly, in a Tail wheel aircraft. Start and finish your Private Pilot training with Four Winds Aviation in our 1995 American Champion Super Decathlon and make yourself the best pilot you can be in the process. Our course not only covers the requirements to qualify you for the Private Certificate, we also train you in Basic Aerobatics along the way. You come out a more confident and qualified pilot! Click this link to learn more on Private Pilot Training. (Flight: approx 45 hours, Ground: 30 hours)
This course covers STALLS, SPINS, and UNUSUAL ATTITUDES and is designed to complement standard flight training by increasing flight skills in stalls, spins, and basic unusual flight attitudes. Pilots interested in increasing confidence and basic flight skills will find this course quick and effective.
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The emphasis of this course is on developing precise skills through detailed instruction on the aerodynamics of spins. This course goes beyond meeting the minimum requirements for the "Spin Endorsement" for those in quest of the initial CFI certificate. The CFI candidate will become proficient in the recognition and recovery from imminent, unintentional spins. Course will also cover entry and recovery techniques along with the control techniques to maintain a stabilized spin. Upon completion of this course the CFI candidate will receive the spin endorsement along with the confidence to take on this "most feared" realm of flight. (Flight: 3 hours, Ground: 3 hours) |
Basic Aerobatics Course
The emphasis of this course is on developing precise skills through detailed instruction on the aerodynamics of each maneuver. The maneuvers covered are:
The goal of Four Winds and this course is to produce graduates who continue to improve on their own in solo aerobatic flight. Students can expect to be signed off for solo after completing the first six maneuvers and demonstrating appropriate takeoff and landing skills. After solo, the course completes with the final two maneuvers. (Flight: 10 - 12 hours, Ground: 3 - 5 hours) |
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Intermediate Aerobatics Course
Pilots must be proficient in basic aerobatic skills to progress to this course. The individual maneuvers covered in this course are listed below. We do however, tailor this course to the specific pilot and his/her requests.
(Flight: 10 - 12 hours & Ground: varies)
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Advanced Aerobatics Course Pilots looking for advanced aerobatic trainng will meet one on one with an Instructor to map out a individualized training program. Rest assured that you will be training in our world-class aerobatic biplane, the Pitts S2B! As this level of training will be conducted in the Pitts S2B, the pilot will receive a heavy dose of Spin Training, to include Upright, Inverted and Crossover Spins. Further training will be based on the current IAC Advanced Competition maneuvers and figures listed in the current year routine.
(Flight: hours vary & Ground: varies. Individually designed program for the Advanced competitor.)
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