That's what I ask, he lives miles from anywhere, - no danger to anyone.
He's already got his orientation etc. from the little plane.
Now he wants to try a trainer, ( he already knows how to handle the engine) well what's wrong with that?
Aagh! disaster will come upon him, - I'ts not allowed, - you can't possibly do that, - it's not in the book, - we'll have to stamp out this trend of uncontrolled self learning behaviour!
Drive 90 miles to find an instructor? - geez!
Come on folks...he did ask for comments and suggestions...I'm pretty sure he wanted positive feedback.
So here is my .02 cents. If you decide to go it alone, you are bound to crash. Maybe you will get by once or twice, but YOU WILL crash. Instructors are worth so much more than just showing you how to move the sticks, which I believe you already know how to do. However, there are far too many things which can bring your plane down besides being incompetent on the sticks.
I hope you will take the advice from so many of us who say, GET HELP! But if you do not, then good luck with your endeavor. Be sure as was suggested, to post your results. This will serve to reinforce "our" position on the issue. I wish you good luck.
But...before you try it alone, maybe you should put out the word here on RCU, and try to hook up with someone who lives near you. Maybe you could arrange to have someone come to your farm and give you a little personal instruction.
Luke,
How far are you from Lawrence ?
I can save you a lot of money and time.
See..already one of the RCU flock has extended a helping hand. Reach out...and someone WILL help you. That's your best bet.
Jim