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Hovering a Helicopter 1st try! Due to flying 50 types in 2 years? Or drumming? :)

Was it Drumming or constantly training on new types that made this click?

THANKS to Tim and Martin from APEX Aviation in Alaska for this one. They’re starting up an amazing initiative! I don’t know where to begin to explain what they are up to, but it is going to be awesome. Basically a complete Alaskan Aviation experience that can be tailored to your needs and desires. I did a pile of float flying training and future episodes will be sharing more about that! (including a check out in the DHC-2 Beaver!)

For now, to learn more, visit them here: APEX ALASKA

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