After earning his Instrument rating last spring, and working on his Commercial license, 21 year old David Bates has also been taking dual with Morris Riggins, an ex Red Barron/Schwann’s pilot. After a few hours, David is now signed off and flying the Stearman solo. Congratulations!
David is the son of AAA members Peggy and Dave Bates. This particular highly customized 450 Stearman was based at NAS Ottumwa during WWII.
