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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 in the area
I am no longer active in aerobatic flying, but was formerly a professional airshow performer and aerobatic flight instructor, with extensive experience in Decathlon and Pitts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No longer active, past member of Experimental Aircraft Association, International Aerobatic Club, International Council of Air Shows, and Aircraft Owners and Pilots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
Average Ratings
Recent Reviews from Users
K = Knowledgeability C = Clarity of Response P = Politeness| User | Date | K | C | P | Comments |
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| Pete | 10/31/11 | 10 | 10 | 10 | Hi Jeff, Thanks again for taking the ..... |
| jeff | 10/18/11 | 10 | 10 | 10 | thanks, that carifies it, jh |
| kevin | 02/12/11 | 10 | 10 | 10 | Thank you very much, your answers were ..... |
| ben | 03/16/10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | thanks for the quick response |
| peter | 02/27/10 | 10 | 10 | 10 |
Recent Answers from Jeff Davis
2011-10-16 communications:
The short answer is, it doesn't matter. They know who they are and they aren't particular about you phraseology the way air traffic control is. However, I know you want to sound like you know what you're
2011-01-12 Flying:
Very good questions, I'll be glad to help if I can. Flight following and flight plans are fine, and the FAA encourages pilots to use both of those services. They only pertain to the airborne part of
2011-01-12 Flying:
The United States is unique in that flying here is a mostly free exercise. You can go out and fly when you want and where you want, and for the most part, you don't need anyone's permission. It's not
2010-03-16 air to car radio communication:
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
2010-02-27 property tax on private jets - seriously?:
I'm not really a tax expert, but I'll tell you what I know. In the US, most municipalities assess a property tax on all property owned, which includes real estate, automobiles, boats, and aircraft. Theoretically
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