first cross country
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March 24, 2022
It’s really great that you’re starting to think about ‘stretching your legs’ across country, it’s an exciting and sometimes daunting time because the ‘What if I don’t make it back?’ thoughts start creeping into our head. I found this especially true, until the day I did my first solo off-field landing into a paddock, I then realized, it’s
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June 22, 2017
You have done your homework, you have flown with your map to see how practical it really is (revision 3?). Hopefully you found a 2-seater and experienced pilot to take you cross-county and talk about judgment and planning (I am always available at Sky Sailing in our S10vt).
Another fun option is doing some lead and follow. I have successfully done this with more advanced students. The only real -
June 15, 2017
I would be lying if I said your first cross country will be totally relaxed. Actually, if you are not a little scared you are probably doing something wrong. The below topics are what I have my students do when they come to be.
Of course, you have read all you can on cross-country flying, tactics, and weather.
I would use a mentor and the OLC to get a good idea for your first task.