Matt
is recognized as an extraordinary aerobatic pilot who thrills millions
of air show fans each summer. He began flying aerobatics in 1984 and
quickly worked his way up to the highest level of competition
aerobatics - the Unlimited category. Recognized for his skills, he won
one of only five slots on the U.S. Unlimited Men’s Aerobatic Team in
1996 and 1998.
At the 1998 World Aerobatic
Championships, Matt was the highest-ranking American pilot, finishing
third in the world with a bronze medal. He led the Men’s Team to a
silver medal. Along with this impressive finish came the coveted
Hilliard Trophy, awarded to the highest finishing U.S. pilot at the
WAC.
Matt also won the prestigious
International Aerobatic Club Championships in 1994 and the Fond du Lac
Cup in 1995.
Matt’s exciting competition
aerobatics led him to air show performing. Matt is both a solo
performer and flies formation in a thrilling show with fellow
performer Mike Mancuso.
Matt has flown in front of millions of
fans at air shows all over. He has appeared on ESPN, ESPN2, Fox Sports
Network, Real TV, The Learning Channel’s “Amazing America” and
SpeedVision.
Matt is also a respected airline
captain with tens of thousands of flight hours.
In addition to all that, Matt is a
respected voice in the air show business, with a reputation for safety
and diligence.
Matt enjoys building and flying
radio-controlled aircraft of all types.
Unique, French and fast - the
Mudry CAP 231EX is one of only 5 in the world and has a strong history of
winning world championships.
