by Matt | Nov 3, 2011 | Aircraft, Blog, Lessons, Videos
Today’s post is more of a public service announcement than anything. It isn’t flight instruction, especially since I’m not yet qualified, but I want every pilot to learn from it. While perusing YouTube recently, I saw the video above in the side bar....
by Matt | May 10, 2010 | Blog, Lessons, Photos
A few months ago, I saw a link on twitter to the following video: I recently remembered this and thought I might post it here and offer some analysis of the overall situation. The biggest talking point I’ve come up with is “Attitude is everything.”...
by Matt | Jan 1, 2010 | Blog, Flight Training, Lessons
The check ride began in a pretty typical fashion, which was I had to prove that I was qualified to be there and fly. Following the recommendations of the King Schools check ride DVD that I consulted, I came with several folders containing everything required for the...
by Matt | Dec 21, 2009 | Blog, Flight Training, Lessons
Just to clear the air, I am getting very close to the check-ride. Prior to this lesson all that was left to complete is an hour or so of practical test prep. The plan for this lesson was to perform all the maneuvers required for the check-ride and then work on...
by Matt | Dec 11, 2009 | Blog, Flight Training, Lessons
After all the night flying, I know I am very close to check ride preparation time. I’ve got the ASA Private Pilot Oral book and I have started to study it, but I am looking forward to the next bunch of lessons so that I can gather any little tips and tricks for...