Chris: At our last gyro club mtg. @ Sport Copter's facility in Scappoose, a couple who you gave rides to @ ROTR a few yrs. back (Lynn & Keith), commented how they think you're an excellent pilot.
They further explained how thorough you were explaining the machine prior to taking them up, and how they tried to convince you to become an instructor, because you seemed to have a natural talent for teaching. They related that you told them you're not planning on becoming a Gyro-CFI.
Keith's eyes lit up when he told of you taking him out flying, highlighted by going down the canyons near Nephi, UT, when it was just about too hot for other gyros to be out in the density altitude.
They are still exploring the market for a two-place gyroplane. Lynn said she will be along not just for the ride, but will also become a pilot herself! She is retiring next month and can hardly wait for her new life outside of working.
I've observed you giving rides for many people @ both Mentone, IN, as well as ROTR when it was still based @ Brigham City, UT. Women seemed comfortable going up in one of these machines when piloted by another female. I eavesdropped on a few of the conversations, noticing how detailed & interesting your commentary was.
Since you're attending this symposium @ the Biosphere in Arizona that seems to be aimed @ Gyro-CFIs, have you changed your future plans RE: becoming an addition to the CFI ranks?
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