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Old 04-13-2005 | 06:31 PM
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Default RE: Six Keys to Success for new pilots

Beginners...listen up. Aeajr's advice is well worth heeding. I have only a couple of points I would like to add to this great post.

First. Orientation is usually lost when flying toward yourself. ALWAYS move the aileron stick toward the LOW wing when flying toward yourself. No thinking involved! This instinct will come later.

Second. When turning, say to the left as an example; say out loud "left" "left" "left". This way your brain will be ready to correct "right" when leveling out and vice-versa.

These two points can help keep you out of danger when turning toward you, one wing low, then trying to correct the wrong direction. This type of common mistake will put the plane spinning straight down in a micro-second before you can even figure out what you did wrong.

Good luck to all you beginners. We want you to succeed!