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Teaches at: PAO SQL HWD Accepting new students? Yes Email: cory@sukhoiaerobatics.com Website: http://www.sukhoiaerobatics.com/aerobatics/Home.html Phone: 415-717-8782
Hourly instruction rate: $ 60 Special: Bi-Plane Rides and Introductory Aerobatic Flights Ratings held: Commercial Single-Engine Land, Instrument Rating, CFI, Type Rating: L-39 Albatros, Aerobatics Instructor, Aerobatic Competition Coach.
May instruct in these aircraft types: *Checkpilot Why are you a Certified Flight Instructor? I've always had a passion for flying since the day I took my first flight at age 15. Since then, I've worked hard to help others experience the magic of flying. To me, watching a student fly around the pattern on their first solo, or pass their check-ride with flying color, is so rewarding. How long have you been instructing? 14 years Do you tend to favor PAO, SQL, HWD or E16, and how might it affect a student's ability to schedule time? PAO, SQL, and HWD How would you describe your availability in general? Part-time. I have a pretty full work and Air Show scheduled so I need to schedule flights in the evenings and on weekends. What method of ground school do you prefer and how does it relate to your syllabus? I would recommend doing the WVFC ground schools if you're a visual learning. However, if you're one of those people that live on the web, Jeppesen has some great online courses. You should also check-out the clubs preferred online courses: http://pilottraining.com/ What is your favorite aircraft to instruct in? I own a Russian Sukhoi SU-26M, and it's by far the best aerobatic airplane in the world. It has virtually unlimited vertical perfomance and is certified to +/- 16g's. My favorite WVFC aircraft is by far the Pitts S2C. If you've every dreamed about flying upside in a classic biplane, the Pitts is for you. The Pitts is also wonderful for learning how to safely recover from spins. What are your aircraft recommendations for a new student? The C-172SP is a great trainer, however, if you want to to save some money, the C-152 works nice as well. If you're interested in a challenge, the Citabria is a great tailwheel airplane. What percentage of your students pass their checkride on the first try? 100% Additional Comments: I'm an avid aerobatic competitor, and President of Chapter 38 International Aerobatic Club (www.iac38.org). If you're interested in aerobatics, competition, or just want to watch, I would be more than happy to get you involved. We routinely have aerobatic days at Tracy airport. We have a weekend contest judging school coming up in Feb at the Hiller Aviation Museum. Contact me if you would like be invited to the clinic. |
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