Mike Niccum's airshow program video shot from the ground and from the planeMike used a "lipstick" style camera mounted to his helmet, the tail, and the wingtip of his Staudacher S-330D. This camera shoots at 15 frames per second resulting in video that makes propellor rotation appear unusual. |
Mike Niccum and his Staudacher S-300D Unlimited monoplane
About MIkeMike’s complete dedication to competition and performance aerobatics led to a coveted spot on the roster of the prestigious United States Advanced World Aerobatic Team. Placing in the top tier of both National and World competition events, Mike excels when demonstrating the pinpoint accuracy and thrilling performance of Unlimited Aerobatics. His style of high performance and visually dynamic maneuvers instill a level of exhilaration and inspiration to any air show or competition crowd. Mike realized his dream to fly back in 1985 by earning his Private Pilot Certificate. Already an aircraft technician and inspector, he developed a keen awareness of the flight environment by restoring his own Piper Clipper from the ground up. As the aerobatic bug began to bite, he quickly developed a knack for competition by mastering the famous Pitts Special. This aircraft garnered him a number of trophies, awards, and championships, including the Lycoming Grassroots award which is on permanent display at EAA Headquarters in Oshkosh, WI. By then earning his place on the U.S. Advanced National Team, Mike upgraded his aircraft and honed his skill by piloting a world class Extra monoplane to a successful finish at the Advanced World Aerobatic Contest in Ljungbyhed, Sweden. Read an article about MIke published in World Airshow News: Mike Niccum - Airshow PilotCheck out MIke's Airshow Website: Mike Niccum Airshows |
The aircraft Mike is flying is his Staudacher S-300D, one of just four built by legendary aircraft designer and builder Jon Staudacher. Click this link to learn more about the Staudacher aircraft:Staudacher Aircraft
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