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Wednesday, November 09, 2005

Pre TPS - First aerobatic experience

Well, finally got my first T-34 ride today. Lots of aerobatics including inverted flight, stalls, wing-overs, barrel and aileron rolls, and even a spin. Wow what fun! I flew the aircraft part of the time, and found it to be a joy to fly. I did find that it was sensitive to pitch trim inputs. Also, flying a stick aircraft with a turboprop was very cool. It definitely handled MUCH better than the Mooney!!! Thanks "Flamer" for the flight! Let's do it again! The pics should show some fun time, even upside down over the Chesapeake Bay. Oh, and of course there HAS to be the obligatory "Hook 'EM!" One more thing....I've never been airsick in my life.. THANKS FLAMER! Now I'm no longer a puke virgin!

-Vanna