Flying the Beech Twins

Course Description

To safely and efficiently fly a Beech Baron or Travel Air you must go well beyond the basic skills learned in generic multiengine rating training and focus on type-specific knowledge and skills. Seth Lake is a US Air Force instructor, a BPPP instructor and owns VSL Aviation, teaching in Travel Airs. In this program Seth will review:

• Best practices when flying a Beech twin
• Human factors and their impact on single-engine aerodynamics
• How to safely teach single-engine emergencies in Barons and Travel Airs

Presenter

Seth Lake is a skilled aviator and flight instructor residing on a small farm outside of Russellville, Arkansas. He learned to fly at the Russellville Airport and now operates his own flight school there. Seth has been married for 18 years and has two children. He is the proud owner of a Beechcraft Travel Air and a Taylorcraft. With over 15 years of flying experience in the United States Air Force, Seth has honed his multiengine training skills, primarily flying the C-130. For the past eight years, he has specialized in multiengine add-on training, with a focus on the Beechcraft Travel Air. Seth also serves as a USAF Evaluator pilot and Safety officer, a Part 135 Check Airman, and an FAA Designated Pilot Examiner. He is a true expert in his field, dedicated to sharing his knowledge and passion for flying with his students.