I am dedicated to providing professional aerobatic instruction, and to promoting safe air show and competition flying.

NEWS FLASH!

June 1, 2011

Keoki Renews as an Aerobatic Competency Evaluator

     There are fewer Aerobatic Competency Evaluators (ACEs) in NE Florida than two years ago. I have conducted aerobatic competency reviews in the past. With these factors as motivation, it seemed logical to renew my Evaluator’s certification. The International Council of Air Shows ACE Committee recently approved my ACE status for 2011.

     Now it’s a simple matter to review candidates for low-altitude waivers using the aerobatic box at Fernandina Beach (KFHB). If you are serious about earning your low-altitude certification for air show work, please contact me. My expertise is in low- and high-performance sport aerobatic aircraft, sailplanes/gliders, and solo or formation displays. Or I can act as your coach, and recommend a fine ACE when you’re ready.

     I also want to invite those who have a legitimate need for a low-level aerobatic practice area to consider Fernandina Beach. The environment is outstanding, with non-waivered aerobatic airspace nearby, three 5000’+ runways and no Tower delays.

 So if you require an ACE review or a place to practice, please feel free to contact me for more information.

 Thanks, and fly safely!

Keoki

“Songs of the Archaeopteryx”

Book Available

 ”Songs of the Archaeopteryx,” a collection of short stories with aviation themes, is available from Booklocker.com. Written by Keoki, and inspired by people he met and some of the aerial adventures he had, it’s a quirky look at flying. Funny, sentimental, and enlightening, “Songs” will appeal to anyone who has ever watched a distant silhouette drone across the sky.

 Here are a few reviews:

 “Man, what a book! It made me remember why I love flying so much.”

Stan Burks

 “I . . . read the chapter, Former Lovers, and was impressed! We did the very same thing when [we] bought and sold a little yellow Citabria in which our son learned to fly.”

Sheryl Longobardo

 “I loved it—especially the chapter on formation flight."

Jane Wareham 

You may order a traditional soft cover book (6 x 9), ~200 pages and the “famous” cover art by the author), or a PDF file for an instant download (which not only saves a few bucks, but means you pay NO shipping).

Go ahead and order one now--you know you want to. Just visit Booklocker.com and search on “Keoki”—‘cause, yeah, I’m the only one. Besides, it’s easier to spell than “Archaeopteryx.”

Thank you, and enjoy!

CLICK HERE TO ORDER!

Amelia Island Lodging Information

Thanks for visiting my website.  My name is Keoki Gray, and I  have a wealth of aerobatic experience.  My flying history includes:

• 5 years as the Slot and Solo pilot with The Red Baron Squadron

• 2 years with The Holiday Inn Aerobatic Team (Left Wing)

• 2 years with the Holiday Inn/Coca-Cola Aerobatic Team (Slot)

• 2 years with (and a founding member of) the 2COOL Gliders Aerobatic Team (Wing position). 

With 12 years’ experience in and around the air show industry, I’ve logged more than 10,500 hours in over 100 different types of aircraft.  As Certified Flight Instructor since 1983, flight instruction has been my full-time profession since 1996.  That has let me develop a calm, safety-oriented teaching style that my students appreciate.

I am based at the Fernandina Beach Municipal Airport (55J), on enchanting Amelia Island, at the very northeastern corner of Florida.   Detailed flight instruction, and coaching in air show flying (solo or team performances), are offered.  I may be qualified to instruct in your aerobatic aircraft.

If you’re looking for a challenging, fun way to become a better pilot, and want to fly with someone who has the experience, I should be your instructor of choice.  Please take a moment to contact me about my instruction services.  I would be glad to help.