Dont Be Upset

David Jack Kennys article on upset training (Undoing An Upset, November) was excellent. A year or so ago, my son and I spent a day with Patty Wagstaff in St. Augustine, Fla. We took ground school and two flights each. Not inexpensive, but not outrageous either. We got unbelievable training and spent much of the day in spins and inverted. Back at the hotel that night, we just looked at each other and said, Wow! Were both much better pilots following the experience.

Editorial Staff

Wednesday, January 02, 2019 at 12:00 AM ET

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Key Takeaways:

Specialized upset recovery training is highly beneficial for pilots, significantly improving their skills and confidence.
Precision in scientific and aviation terminology is crucial for technical publications, as demonstrated by a critique of the misuse of the term "momentum."
While common issues like lost flight plans or imperfect radio phraseology can occur, professional pilot conduct and diligent preflight planning—including considering alternatives as per FAR 91.103—are essential.

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David Jack Kenny’s article on upset training (“Undoing An Upset,” November) was excellent. A year or so ago, my son and I spent a day with Patty Wagstaff in St. Augustine, Fla. We took ground school and two flights each. Not inexpensive, but not outrageous either. We got unbelievable training and spent much of the day in spins and inverted. Back at the hotel that night, we just looked at each other and said, “Wow!” We’re both much better pilots following the experience.

Jim West