Clarence Ragland (AKA fliers1) got a pretty nice write up in the most recent MA by his VP, Dave Mathewson. I have occasionally had the pleasure of corresponding with Clarence about issues involving training of pilots and related issues. It was interesting to see that he did just exactly what he has always told me he could... Train people to fly, without fear, in just a few flights. I wonder if Ginger Mathewson will now outfly Dave.

It was interesting to see that training without a buddy box can be so successful. It’s the way I learned. The AMA has shied away form training without a buddy box and does not allow it on the “one time flight” for non-AMA members. Maybe the time has come to reconsider.