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Training of Gyroplane Pilots, Instructors and Examiners (2006 - 2009) Lack of experience and of recency were both factors identified in the analysis of gyroplane accidents. The current ab-initio gyroplane training syllabus for the issue of a PPL(G) contains a provision for part of the training to be carried out on single seat gyroplanes. These can have markedly different handling characteristics compared to two seat gyroplanes. Consideration should be given as to whether it is appropriate for students to convert to single seat gyroplanes during ab-initio training, and whether it is appropriate for all ab-inito gyroplane training to be carried out on two seat, dual control gyroplanes approved for the purpose of flying training. Extensive fixed wing flying experience has also been cited as a contributory factor in some gyroplane accidents. The current system of credits for previous experience may not be appropriate for pilots with existing fixed-wing experience. The current syllabus for training gyroplane instructors and examiners is very loosely specified. Consideration should be given to revising the training syllabus, improving training materials and improving the standardisation of gyroplane instructors and examiners, in order to ensure regulatory compliance and to improve the consistency and quality of gyroplane training. source of information |