Dragonlord,

Lots of good advice already given. But I wanted to give you some more. As far as what manuevers you will need to get your WINGS, that's the perfect question to ask any instructor you are considering to teach you, since he will be the one to certify you ready for SOLO.

Each club has thier own rules for new pilots. Some are basic and some require you to fly up and do a basic figure eight, both directions then land the plane. Remember he is only really teaching you basic flight at this point. The loops, rolls etcc. will come later after you feel more comfortable with the plane.

Above all, do what your instructor says, and never be discouraged if he takes over the plane. Altough he is there to teach, his main goal is safety first.

Try to stay with the same instructor if possible. As far as the instructors attitude? He should be willing to answer your questions and make you feel comfortable. If not, look for another instructor.

You did not mention what type of plane you have. But no matter what type, always have someone check out the plane, before hand.

We had a new person at the field bring in a ARF for flying. A simple pull test revealed he used the wrong CA for gluing the elev hinge. His first flight would have been his last. He was more than grateful for the severe beating he took on his new plane. Never get mad if an instructor asks you to fix something before you go up.