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Expert: - 3/16/2010


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Flying my ultralight from IL to UT in May.  Have groundcrew that will shadow me in car.  I have ICOM and they will too.  What frequency should we use to communciate from plane to car?  Thanks.

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You can use any frequency that isn't in use by other aircraft or air traffic control facilities around you.  Pilots typically use 122.9 for pilot-to-pilot conversation, and I would suggest that for your purposes.  If the frequency has other traffic, you can always go elsewhere on the dial, e.g., "Let's try 122.925 and see if we're alone."  Avoid the commonly used frequencies, 122.0, 122.7, 122.8, and anything in the 121 range.  Sounds like a fun trip, be careful out there and enjoy!

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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.

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I am no longer active in aerobatic flying, but was formerly a professional airshow performer and aerobatic flight instructor, with extensive experience in Decathlon and Pitts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.

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No longer active, past member of Experimental Aircraft Association, International Aerobatic Club, International Council of Air Shows, and Aircraft Owners and Pilots Association.

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Commercial and instrument rated, certificated flight instructor since 1986

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