AboutJeff Davis Expertise I can answer questions about general aviation, learning to fly, how to get started, and how to buy an airplane. Area of specialty is aerobatic flying. I do not have any
expertise in flight training opportunities for students outside the USA, and I am not qualified
to offer advice on becoming an airline pilot.
Experience I am no longer active in aerobatic flying, but was formerly a professional airshow performer and aerobatic flight instructor, with extensive experience in Decathlon and Pitts aircraft and light experience in other types. I also competed in IAC sanctioned competition through the Advanced level.
Organizations No longer active, past member of Experimental Aircraft Association, International Aerobatic Club, International Council of Air Shows, and Aircraft Owners and Pilots Association.
Publications World Airshow News
Education/Credentials Commercial and instrument rated, certificated flight instructor since 1986
Question Hello! We just read your answer to "Lori" (12/7/07). Is there any way to contact her to find out what she found out? I have a 16 year old with the same situation. Also, Jeff, Jacob is 6' tall ... he's curious whether he would need to rent the higher cost planes so there's leg room? We read up on a flight school near here (OKC) and they offered a $26/hr plane and the next level is $90/hr that seats 4 and has more room. He's trying to pay for this on his own. He's also looking at Civil Air Patrol.
Thank you,
Kara & Jacob Lanctot
Answer Sorry, all my questions are filtered through AllExperts and I don't know how to contact the questioners. As for Jacob, I would recommend trying the less expensive airplane to see how it works out. I learned in a Cessna 150, and although it was cozy with two people on board, I never felt like it wasn't adequate for my height (I'm 6' also). If I were 16 and paying my own way I would definitely find a way to scrunch up into whatever airplane I could afford! Good luck to you and Jacob, and please let me know if you have other questions along the way.
