Unfortunatly for most, the above is all true. The other point to keep in mind is the fact you have to practice these skills or you loose them over time.

I just left a club (long story) where I was President. This past year we got a new field and had to clear it, prepare it, install a runway, pits, etc. Needless to say, I went out after laying off flying for several months and my skills were, ah, less than what they were.

Funny thing is, I'm a full scale pilot and know you have to get stick time to stay proficient. That's why private pilots have BFR's, and the big boys (ATP's) are checked in type every six months or so - right ?

Glad I have RealFlight or I would be in big trouble. I didn't auger anything in the day I flew again; but that is because I was lucky that day ! :stupid: I did loose a few more hairs though !

AcroFlyer