Overview
To obtain your Flight Instructor Rating, it is now compulsory that pilots also hold a Spinning Flight Activity Endorsement. The Spinning FAE also applies to those pilots who wish to enter the exciting and challenging world of aerobatics. Take the first step with our Spinning Theory Course, designed to give you confidence with Spin Management & Recovery and a solid foundation on which to build your aerobatic skills.
Prerequisites
Private Pilot Licence (Aeroplane) minimum
References
- Company Spinning Notes
- Aviation Theory Centre’s “Aerobatics Principles and Practice” Textbook
- CAAP 155-1 – Aerobatics.
Topics Covered
- Revision of Stalling
- Aerodynamics of Spinning
- Pro-Spin & Anti-Spin Factors
- Recognising the Spin
- Avoiding the Spin
- Recovering from the Spin
Conduct
4 x 45 minute lessons conducted in one morning/afternoon/ evening; at the GFT Theory & Briefing Room, Hangar 3, 26-28 Lockheed Close, West Sale Airport, Victoria, 3851.
Examination
In-house, 20 questions, 60 minutes allowed, pass mark 70%.
The sitting fee is $60 and there is no associated CASA fee.
Course Fee
$240