But, mx's assumptions about vortices sinking is essentially correct. He just
doesn't understand that sometimes conditions combine to make hitting your
own wake very possible.

mike

"Viperdoc" wrote in message
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I've done the same many times as well, both circling as well as in loops.
In an aerobatic plane with the smoke on it is easier to see your flight
path of course, which makes it easier and more fun.

This is just another example of book knowledge versus reality and
experience.