British Aerobatic Champion
(Unlimited Category)
in 1998, 1999, 2001 & 2003

Dual Training

Dual aerobatic training is carried out from White Waltham airfield,
just west of London near junction 8/9 on the M4 motorway.

Bookings can be made direct to West London Aero Club on +44-(0)1628-823272,
or, preferably, to Alan Cassidy on +44-(0)1628-637732

Instructors:  

Alan Cassidy, the owner and Chief Pilot of Freestyle Aviation.

Bruce Hutton. ex-Royal Navy Fleet Air Arm and British Midland Airways.

Mike O'Reilly, ex-RAF, currently flying short-haul charter.

The aircraft primarily used is the classic Pitts S-2A biplane, arguably the finest and most cost-effective machine ever designed for aerobatic training. For those seeking more advanced capabilities, there is also available an Extra 300, the only certificated two-seat aircraft capable of flying in Unlimited competition.

Training is open to all pilots qualified to NPPL standard or higher, with no minimum hours or experience requirements. Specific training regimes are also available for pilots wanting to enter BAeA competitions at Beginners, Standard, Intermediate, Advanced or Unlimited levels.