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Hello Jeff
Have you ever flown in a Stearman or Super Stearman?? I am 6'5" and the Citabria at our local club is just too darn small for me.I am considering either buying or building something that will will fit my frame.Aerobatics is secondary but an occasional roll or spin would be fun.
Thanks Jeff
Keep the blue side up
Matt
You're right, I'm six feet and that's about the maximum for a Citabria. I haven't flown a Stearman, but I suspect it would fit your dimensions better. Walt Pierce has spent about as much time in Stearmans as anybody, and I imagine he could answer your question with some authority. E-mail him at wwpierce@strato.net and he can help you out. If you don't get a satisfactory response, ask me again and I'll find somebody that can give you a definite answer. Thanks for the question!
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Jeff 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I am no longer active in aerobatic flying, but was formerly a professional airshow performer and aerobatic flight instructor, with extensive experience in Decathlon and Pitts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No longer active, past member of Experimental Aircraft Association, International Aerobatic Club, International Council of Air Shows, and Aircraft Owners and Pilots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
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