Testimonials

Flying, January 2002, "Extra Maneuvers Training"

Rich is interviewd about emergency maneuver training, his evolving relationship with Fighter Combat International, and the need for insturctors and flight schools to incorporate emergency maneuvers into their training programs. Writer Jay Hopkins concludes, "I challenge every pilot to use Emergency Maneuvers Training to complete their next BFR or Wings program certification, and I hope that in the future all instructors can have tan opportunity to benefit from this training."

"At the end of the course, more than mastering any particular maneuver, students have learned to master themselves--reacting quickly to even the slightest deviation, using precise and correct control inputs, and remaining calm in unusual situations."

"It's well worth considering a program like this against the day when the airplane rolls on its back or an elevator cable snaps, so you can truly remain the pilot in command."

The writer takes unusual attitude training with instructor Doug Carmody. Previously, Doug went though the EMT® Program with Rich and now offers a similar training program. Doug even uses the EMT® book and video as part of his course.

Describes the EMT® Program and details forums and training Rich will be giving during the 2001 Sun-n-Fun fly-in.

"The most comprehensive offering of the sort we wanted was Rich Stowell's Emergency Maneuver Training Program…. Stowell's presentation gave us comprehension of elements which had been largely rote response before the course [and] the training cast things in a truly useful light for the first time."

The author cites information from Rich's book in the article, and Rich's contact information is included in a short directory of upset training schools.

"As a 150-hour, not-so-confident pilot coming into this course, I left with just less than seven additional hours I wouldn't trade for anything."

Rich is interviewed for his thoughts on spin training.

Can anyone read Bahasa Indonesia?

Describes the evolution of the EMT® Program.

"Many special people fill aviation's many niches…. But there are also those dedicated individuals who fill a very important void in aviation training. They choose to remain there because they truly feel the need to teach, they are dedicated to improving pilots' skills and thereby enhancing aviation safety, they enjoy what they are doing, or all of these. Rich Stowell is a fine example."

Rich rolls the Decathlon for the cover shot. Inside is an article on his "Stall/Spin Awareness" video.

"I learned about a whole other type of flying, a completely new perspective of the envelope I had never encountered before…. definitely one of the best experiences I've had."

Describes a unique, live spin training demonstration conducted by Rich in front of the crowds as part of the daily airshow during Sun 'n Fun 1992!

Describes Rich's approach to training.

Describes tailwheel training with Rich in Santa Paula.

"Rigorous, challenging, and exciting ... perhaps the best training I have yet had."

Describes the EMT® Program, including candid interviews with several EMT® students.

"Emergency Maneuver Training is the best kind of life insurance; it helps you avoid having an accident."

"Stowell is no ordinary instructor…"

"An educating and eye-opening experience with applications to real life situations."