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Old 11-19-2005 | 09:05 AM
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Dr1Driver
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Default RE: Disorientation in the air?

Even experienced pilots may become disoriented at times. The worst is flying with a low sun behind the plane. The plane will shilouette out and become just one black blob.

First, never take your eyes off the plane. Second, always remember the last command you gave. Cut power so the plane will be moving as rapidly. Third, neutralize all controls and let the plant fly for a second or two. Then give an input such as up elevator and watch the reaction. Neverfly so far away from yourwself that the plane becomes so small that you can't tell which attitude it's in.

Dr.1