The performance of stunt flying is called aerobatics. Aerobatics demand much physical and mental commitment from its participants. It is essential on the part of the pilot to have control over the speed, altitude, constant calculation of wind, temperature etc.

To impress and to entertain people, pilots often desire to use their aircraft as part of a flying circus. It involves rotation of the aircraft around its longitudinal axis. Sometimes aerobatics include complex maneuvers like spins, also known as yawing. For this, higher level skills are required from pilots.

Aerobatics can be categorized in two types they are specialist aerobatic and aerobatic capable etc. Specialist aerobatics are related to Pitts Special, the second one aimed for ultimate aerobatic performance.

It is the pilot who makes it safe or dangerous. The fundamental aspects required for the safety is planning, presence of mind, knowledge and discipline. The following tips will help you to be safe. First fly aerobatics with an approved aircraft. Fly in a safe altitude. Understand the limitation of your equipment. Perform a thorough preflight. Abide by the air traffic rules. Maintain your aircraft well.

The specifications of the FLIP 3D aerobatic 40 are a wingspan of 59”, wings are 930sq.in, weight 5.5lbs, wing loading 10.6 oz, length 58.5”, high rate elevator ¾” each way rudder 2-9/16” aileron 1-3/8” each way. It requires 46-50 2 stroke engine radio5 standard servos. Its general features include balsa construction, 3D landing gears, tires, linkages, fuel tank, flat wing, motionless hovers and huge control surface. This impressive piece of equipment cost around $210.