Are aerobatics allowed in this aircraft?

Are aerobatics allowed in this aircraft?

• A. Yes
• B. No
• C. Only with instructor
• D. Only with waiver

Answer: (B)

Aerobatic flight is only allowed in airplanes that are specifically certified for it and whose pilot operating handbook approves such maneuvers. The Diamond DA20-C1 is a basic two-seat trainer not certified for aerobatics. Pushing the airframe into aerobatic loads can exceed its design limits and may affect structure, systems, and controllability. The POH for this aircraft explicitly prohibits aerobatics, so it’s not permitted regardless of instructor presence or waivers. If you want to fly aerobatics, you’d need an aircraft that is certified for aerobatics and proper training in that aircraft.

Aerobatic flight is only allowed in airplanes that are specifically certified for it and whose pilot operating handbook approves such maneuvers. The Diamond DA20-C1 is a basic two-seat trainer not certified for aerobatics. Pushing the airframe into aerobatic loads can exceed its design limits and may affect structure, systems, and controllability. The POH for this aircraft explicitly prohibits aerobatics, so it’s not permitted regardless of instructor presence or waivers. If you want to fly aerobatics, you’d need an aircraft that is certified for aerobatics and proper training in that aircraft.