In today’s flight training curricula, we are taught to operate our aircraft inside a very tight operating envelope. We are tested against a set of “standards” which we must remain within during our checkrides. The reasoning is, that if we stay inside this envelope and within the “standards”, we will stay within a pre-determined “safety window”.

This is especially true in today’s modern Technically Advanced Aircraft (TAA) like our Cirrus. We are taught to fly stabilized approaches using prescribed power settings, while incorporating automation as much as possible. This is all designed to enhance safety and thus make our personal flying safer and more enjoyable.

However, the shortcoming of this method of flight training is that we are teaching pilots how to fly within the envelope, but we are not providing them the skills to operate their aircraft successfully and safely if they find themselves outside of the envelope. In fact, most of the accidents in general aviation today happen when a pilot finds themselves outside of the prescribed envelope which happens near the ground in the take-off and landing phases of flight.

At Mike Goulian Aviation, our Advanced Airmanship Program is designed to increase flying skills that are typically underutilized in technically advanced aircraft. The objective of the program is to improve your fundamental stick and rudder skills. We will teach you aircraft aerodynamics and aircraft control, which will increase your confidence and proficiency.

Program Highlights: Advanced Airmanship

• 3 Lessons Taught Over 2 Days: Delve into an in-depth curriculum, crafted by renowned aerobatic pilot Mike Goulian and his team at Mike Goulian Aviation, covering a wide spectrum of aerodynamics and specialized advanced flight maneuvers. 
• Instructor Expertise: Learn from the best in the industry. This program, created by Michael Goulian (www.mikegoulian.com) is a world-renowned aerobatic pilot, professional pilot and flight instructor. His expert instructors, selected specifically based on their aerobatic experience and teaching abilities will help you beocme more skillful and confident.
• Build Unparalleled Confidence: This program will leave you with a newfound level of understanding of the airmanship and aerodynamics associated with sitck and rudder aircraft. You will also step into the cockpit of your own aircraft with additional confidence as our program combines theory with practical experience flown in our school’s Decathlon. 
• Safety First Approach: As with any flight training program at MGAV, we prioritize your safety. We will introduce you to the concepts of advanced flight maneuvers which fits your personal learning potential. Learning new skills while having fun doing it are the goals of the program.