A study of the correlation of pilot model parameters and closed-loop performance with pilot opinion of VTOL hover dynamics was conducted. The encouraging results suggested a pilot-vehicle analysis method of predicting pilot model parameters, closed-loop pilot-vehicle performance with gust inputs, and pilot opinion ratings for a wide range of vehicle dynamics. This approach was, in turn, used to predict ratings for comparison with fixed base, moving base, and flight test results for VFR conditions. Again the results were promising, and a new method of specifying hover dynamics followed naturally. The new pilot-vehicle analysis concept, called the minimum pilot rating method, is discussed in terms of applications to other tasks, flying qualities specification, and control system design.