What are Aerobatics?
The word aerobatics refers to aircraft maneuvers done in an unusual attitude, or the position of the aircraft in relationship to the horizon. Pilots of all experience levels are taught aerobatics for safety, training, or demonstration. Student pilots may receive instruction in “unusual attitudes,” especially if they are learning to fly a tail-wheel aircraft, which tends to be very sensitive to movement. Aerobatics are also taught to fighter pilots so they are able to gain a strategic advantage in aerial combat. Private pilots, career pilots and military pilots may choose to practice aerobatics for sport or compete in aerobatic competitions. There are also world wide groups that perform flight formation aerobatics at public air shows, such as the Blue Angels (United State Air Force), Roulettes (Royal Australian Air Force), and the Black Eagles (South Korea).
