Mountain Flying Course USA
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Mountain Flying Course USA
Hi,
I would like to invest 5-6 days to make a Mountain Flying course in the USA. I have made some mountain flying last summer and I know I do have to improve my skills. In internet I have found this offer: Rockies IFR Training Adventure Flight
Does anybody have any experience with this programm or could name any alternatives?
Sincerely
I would like to invest 5-6 days to make a Mountain Flying course in the USA. I have made some mountain flying last summer and I know I do have to improve my skills. In internet I have found this offer: Rockies IFR Training Adventure Flight
Does anybody have any experience with this programm or could name any alternatives?
Sincerely
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From: Mare Nostrum
That looks like a good program that they have set up but I have no experience with them.
As an alternative, look at journeys aviation
Journeys Aviation
As an alternative, look at journeys aviation
Journeys Aviation
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From: Lander, WY, USA
You may already know this, but be aware that there are basically two kinds of "mountain flying" courses. One is of the mountain checkout/high-elevation type, which may be offered by most flight schools anywhere in or near the Rocky Mountains. These courses probably use whatever trainer they have available (172, Cherokee, whatever) to provide students with the knowledge and skills to safely operate in and around the local mountainous areas. These programs run a wide spectrum, from maybe a couple hours to an extensive multi-day affair (such as listed above.)
The other kind of program might be thought of as an actual "bush flying" experience, using off-pavement capable aircraft (Super Cub, Husky, etc.), and actually landing at some of the wilderness strips, most are in the states of Idaho and Montana (there are others, as well).
I mention this just so you know what type of course you may be looking at. Here's a couple of the "bush" variety, I do not have personal experience, but they have a good reputation:
Mountain Canyon Flying Seminars, Mountain Flying, Canyon Flying, Backcountry Flying, Adventure Flying, Advanced Flight Instruction, Aviaiton Safety Training, Idaho Wilderness, Utah Canyonlands, Flyouts, McCall Mountain Canyon Flying Seminars
and
Welcome To Teton Aviation Center
If not already familiar, I'd suggest Sparky Imeson's Mountain Flying Bible, full of useful information, and nearly "required" reading for pilots around the mountain west, here's the link Contact Us. Sadly, Mr. Imeson perished in a crash in 2009.
Hope this helps, good luck, and enjoy your visit!
The other kind of program might be thought of as an actual "bush flying" experience, using off-pavement capable aircraft (Super Cub, Husky, etc.), and actually landing at some of the wilderness strips, most are in the states of Idaho and Montana (there are others, as well).
I mention this just so you know what type of course you may be looking at. Here's a couple of the "bush" variety, I do not have personal experience, but they have a good reputation:
Mountain Canyon Flying Seminars, Mountain Flying, Canyon Flying, Backcountry Flying, Adventure Flying, Advanced Flight Instruction, Aviaiton Safety Training, Idaho Wilderness, Utah Canyonlands, Flyouts, McCall Mountain Canyon Flying Seminars
and
Welcome To Teton Aviation Center
If not already familiar, I'd suggest Sparky Imeson's Mountain Flying Bible, full of useful information, and nearly "required" reading for pilots around the mountain west, here's the link Contact Us. Sadly, Mr. Imeson perished in a crash in 2009.
Hope this helps, good luck, and enjoy your visit!
Last edited by 340drvr; 13th February 2012 at 16:07.
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From: Germany
I have sen a request to Journey, let us see what they answer.
Canyon Flying Seminars seems to be availaible only in summer, the other school offers +/1 1 day training.
Thanks for the support
Pawel
Canyon Flying Seminars seems to be availaible only in summer, the other school offers +/1 1 day training.
Thanks for the support
Pawel
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From: Texas
Lots of options given your timeframe. I would recommend taking the online AOPA mountain flying course regardless. AOPA and EAA have references for established courses. I am partial to a one-on-one course offered in Vail, Colorado. Very nice lady instructed me and took me around the Colorado Rockies including landings at the highest airport in North America (Leadville @ 9927 ft). The emphasis was on practical experience since my ground school was adequately covered with the AOPA course. The course can be tailored to your needs including time and terrain.
