Wavers?
07-08-2008, 02:17 AM
#26
RE: Wavers?
I have personally signed off on 6 waivers in the last couple of years...personally, the flight requirements are now so bone-simple that anyone who is ready to step up should be able to ace them. Frankly, I spend more time observing the attitude of the 'applicant', as well as his/her ability to think ahead of the plane and put it where they want it. Nothing shows this more than exhibiting good power management, along with the ability to execute a safe, stabilized approach and smooth landing and well controlled rollout.
I've never declined an applicant during the formal demo flight, but at some personal risk (beer story, not for here), I did tell one prospective applicant that he was not ready and to go practice some more before doing the waiver flight. He was pissed at me, but later thanked me - and DID get his waiver (with me as one witness) after getting some help and succesful buddy-box instruction a few months later.
I'd rather have a PO'ed club member, than have a major incident (fire, etc) with my name attached to it. May not be PC, but oh well... much better for the hobby in the long run.
Barry
I've never declined an applicant during the formal demo flight, but at some personal risk (beer story, not for here), I did tell one prospective applicant that he was not ready and to go practice some more before doing the waiver flight. He was pissed at me, but later thanked me - and DID get his waiver (with me as one witness) after getting some help and succesful buddy-box instruction a few months later.
I'd rather have a PO'ed club member, than have a major incident (fire, etc) with my name attached to it. May not be PC, but oh well... much better for the hobby in the long run.
Barry
