Author Archives: Rick Volker

About Rick Volker

Rick Volker has performed aerobatics in the Canadian International Air Show with the Sukhoi SU-26M and this year he will be piloting the Russell Group's MK IX Spitfire. He is scheduled to do a solo demo and also the Canadian Heritage Flight with the CF-18 Hornet.

Spitfire

Posted on September 5, 2009 by Rick Volker

I am asked what it feels like to fly a Spitfire by pilots and non-pilots at every air show. This WW2 aircraft is of great value to the community, now serving as an important flying memorial, allowing millions of people … Continue reading →

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Spitfire aerobatics and Heritage Flight with CF-18

Posted on August 27, 2008 by Rick Volker

Flying at the extremes of aircraft and human performance for an air show demands superhuman focus on one’s technical ability, confidence in mechanical preparation, and the ability to reach a “zone” of mental concentration that blocks out any distractions.  Practicing … Continue reading →

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