Dave Hyndman – The Technical Master & BPC’s Next Big Threat

Dave Hyndman is one of Australia’s most skilled and respected body pilots, known for his technical mastery, smooth execution, and deep understanding of dynamic flying. With years of experience in both skydiving and indoor flying, Dave has established himself as a leading force in Australia’s body piloting scene.

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Beyond his competitive performances, Dave is regarded as a top-tier flyer who excels in precision movement, intricate trick execution, and high-speed decision-making. His ability to blend aggressive flying with calculated control makes him one of the most well-rounded pilots in the country.

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At BPC 4, Dave stepped into the competition spotlight, going head-to-head with one of the sport’s top competitors, Mason Corby. While the match exposed some key areas for improvement, Dave’s performance showcased why he is considered one of the best in the game.

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  Strengths & What He Did Well

 One of Australia’s Best Flyers – Technical Mastery

• Dave’s reputation as one of Australia’s most skilled body pilots is well-earned.

• His deep knowledge of dynamic flying, tricks, and movement efficiency gives him an edge over most competitors.

 Quick Adjustments & Learning Ability

• His ability to recover from early mistakes and improve through rounds makes him one of the smartest pilots in competition.

• He finished the match significantly cleaner than he started, showing he is mentally resilient under pressure.

  Strong Trick Execution & Fluidity

• With only 5 trick busts, Dave has one of the cleanest execution rates in BPC.

• His transitions between tricks and movement adjustments are world-class, making him a dangerous opponent when in control.

   

  Areas for Improvement

  Altitude Control & Vertical Awareness

• 21 of his 29 busts came from bottom-line violations, meaning he frequently dropped too low in key moments.

• Needs dedicated drills for staying within flight limits and making smoother altitude corrections.

  Starting Stronger in Early Rounds

• 15 busts in Round 1 was the highest single-round total of the match, suggesting nerves or adjustment issues.

• Needs to enter competition with a sharper mindset and immediate control from the start.

  Faster Recovery Between Mistakes

• While he did recover as the match went on, he could still improve how quickly he corrects errors after a bust.

• Needs to work on rapid decision-making under pressure to minimize consecutive mistakes.

 

 Commentary Insight

"Dave Hyndman is widely regarded as one of Australia’s best body pilots, with elite-level trick execution and movement control. Despite a challenging debut at BPC 4, his ability to analyze, adapt, and improve within a single match shows that he has the skill and mindset to be a BPC champion. If he refines his altitude control and starts stronger in early rounds, he’ll be a serious title contender in future BPC events."

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