Aerobatics in the North-East

Toppled Gyro

Toppled Gyro

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Hey folks, I'm looking for some advanced aerobatic training in the north-eastern States. I live in Quebec near Ottawa, so something within reasonable distance. Doesn't necessarily have to be a school, an experienced owner who has all the paperwork to teach would be fine as well. Ideally, I'm looking for some time in an aerobatic monoplane, something like an Extra, MX2, Sukhoi... Those kinds of planes are impossible to find up here.

I know of Mike Goulian's school in Massachusetts that has an Extra 300. I think Rob Holland also has a school nearby but I've never heard of him doing any training in his MX2... Anybody have more info on these places or others? I'm in no rush, just doing some research on what's out there.

Thanks!
 
Link to Mike's school. They also have a (multiple?) Super Decathalon(s?) that you'd probably start out in, and a bunch of other, and probably significantly less expensive instructors, besides Mike. If you do come to BED though, I think it would be pretty sweet to fly with him for one flight at least...
 
Thanks guys. I should've specified that I already have a decent amount of aerobatic experience, I teach basic aeros in a Grob and fly Super Decathlons and Pitts Specials on occasion (all nearby). Just looks like I'll have to go to the US to fly something with a bit more punch...

According to his website, Mike Goulian's school charges $372/h for the Extra + $80/h for the instructor. Does anybody know if that's a fair rate for that aircraft? It also says to "inquire" for Mike's personal rate which isn't really comforting :p, but I agree that it may as well be worth it if I have to go all the way down there anyways.

Any other suggestions?
 
You wil only get Michael off season. If it is airshow season he is typical not around/available.

Not sure what he would charge. I've flown with him a few times, he could make acro look smooth in a VW van.
 
Bernoulli Fan said:
I can attest to this as well. Tony is an excellent instructor in Michael's place, however. I used to work with him.
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Tony is very good. The Michael "replacement" would likely be Mark though or Matt if he is still around at all. The latter are very experienced in both the decathlon, and the extra as well as numerous other aerobatic types.

Tony has been there for a little while now and likely been in the decathlon quite a bit. There is no doubt he would be as capable an acro instructor as anyone else you may find in the Northeast.
 
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