It’s a gyroplane, not a gyrocopter and it’s nothing at all like a helicopter. In this video, AVweb’s Paul Bertorelli explains what’s involved in getting a gyroplane add-on rating or even starting from scratch. Whatever the hell you call them, gyroplanes are a ton of fun to fly. This video was shot at Blades Over Me in Sebastian, Florida, last winter, before the COVID-19 pandemic.
Even A Numbskull Like Me Can Learn To Fly A Gyroplane
Key Takeaways:
- The article clarifies that the aircraft discussed is a gyroplane, distinct from a gyrocopter or helicopter.
- The video (by Paul Bertorelli) explains the process for obtaining a gyroplane add-on rating or starting initial training.
- Gyroplanes are presented as highly enjoyable and fun to fly.
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