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Pie from Across the State

Posted on July 15, 2012 by Waner

I flew across the country! Well according to what the FAA considers a cross country trip. I traveled for the first time in a plane that I was flying over 50 natuical miles from my home airport. My trip was … Continue reading →

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First Solo Flight at 13.5 hours!

Posted on April 24, 2012 by Waner

Pre-Solo: Life is about tests, tests that need a pencil, tests of character, tests from God, and of course tests from the FAA. I passed my first test (not counting my medical exam) that stands between me and my pilot … Continue reading →

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Lesson 2: Don’t fight the plane.

Posted on February 5, 2012 by Waner

Today’s flying lesson was one chock full of experience. Last week we did the walk around together, this morning he held the book while I did most of the work, prepping myself for when I have to do the preflight … Continue reading →

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Cleared for Takeoff: Flying Lesson 1

Posted on January 28, 2012 by Waner

So. I flew a plane today. I had my first flying lesson with Certificated Flight Instructor (or CFI for short) Skip Bentley. I arrived at Page Field Airport (FMY) in Fort Myers at around 4:45 pm and after a few … Continue reading →

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