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Old 05-31-2008 | 10:38 PM
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Default RE: Cleaning engine after a crash

Campgems,
Thanks. I imagine I can find a blown up image of the engine, and that paired with your advice should do me good.

Hmm, what did I learn...

I'm learning not to rush things. I need to ask people at the field about how to go about practicing landings when there are other pilots, and especially helicopters, flying at the same time. I wanted to bring it in, but hesitated because the heli flies right over the runway; I didn't want to screw him up. I learned that crashes happen; just after I started the maneuver, I imagined lady luck on my side, and thought I'd make it - I've made it every time before, even when the calls were close. I learned that I have a hard time predicting what the dihedral of a high wing trainer will do during all parts of a roll; it appears to be different when climbing, diving, stalling, etc.

I guess the big lesson is patience, and to breathe and relax when flying. And don't try to impress girls with my flying skills. (She was impressed, by the way) "Not bad for only a dozen or so days" she said.