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Who can fly the Pitts Special?

Anyone over 13 years of age, not taller than 187cm and weighing not more than 95 kg.

Will I really fly the plane?

You will have control of the plane, under supervision of the instructor, for up to 10mn in a 15mn flight and for over 20mn in a 30mn flight. Remember, it is an introduction to flying the Pitts.

What about aerobatics?

The instructor will show you how to roll and loop, then you will execute the figures yourself.

Do I have to do aerobatics?

Aerobatics are optional, if the thrill of flying an open cockpit biplane is enough for the first time.

Will I be sick?

Very few people get sick in the Pitts, less than 10% in fact.

Now that I have tried, I like aerobatics, what can I do?

If you are already a pilot, you can train for type rating, a minimum of 5 hours wil be necessary.

I am staying in Motueka Nelson region without transport, how do I get there?

Pick up can be arranged from your place to the airport.

Will I enjoy it?

Look at the picture, are these guys looking bored?

Check this page to read the opinion of someone who tried it http://nice1top1sorted.blogspot.com/2006/02/its-pitts.html