My son and I are certified!
02-19-2006, 07:41 PM
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My son and I are certified!
Well, several weeks ago I reported that my 13 year-old son had soloed our Alpha 60. Today was our first chance to fly since that day and I am happy to report that we both soloed and were certified to fly on our own after a few hours on the buddy-box!
He is still a little ahead of me as he looks rock solid - only needing to work on his inital line-up of the centerline (but he is great at using the rudder to correct during his approach). I need a little work on both those areas as I occasionally need to go around for another pass. Depth perception is not a great strong point.[&o] But hey, this was a long time coming for me as my older brother and I built a SIG cadet almost 30 years ago, but then couldn't afford the electronics (isn't it great how that is the one thing in the world that gets cheaper over time!). So, needless to say, I look forward to getting better!
BTW, I'm in the waiting line for a BTE Venture 60. I assume that this is a good choice for a second plane from what I have read.
I've enjoyed reading the posts on this board and am sure that I will have questions in the future!
Happy flying,
Jeff
He is still a little ahead of me as he looks rock solid - only needing to work on his inital line-up of the centerline (but he is great at using the rudder to correct during his approach). I need a little work on both those areas as I occasionally need to go around for another pass. Depth perception is not a great strong point.[&o] But hey, this was a long time coming for me as my older brother and I built a SIG cadet almost 30 years ago, but then couldn't afford the electronics (isn't it great how that is the one thing in the world that gets cheaper over time!). So, needless to say, I look forward to getting better!BTW, I'm in the waiting line for a BTE Venture 60. I assume that this is a good choice for a second plane from what I have read.
I've enjoyed reading the posts on this board and am sure that I will have questions in the future!
Happy flying,
Jeff
02-19-2006, 08:02 PM
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Jlimey,
Congrats on the solo flight. I know it's a great feeling when you do solo. Heck, I bet you still have that silly little smile on your face don't you?? Don't worry about it, I had the same smile for about 3 weeks.
A solo flight is a great accomplishment and that wins you one genuine RCU ATTABOY (Suitable for framing, wrapping fish, or lining trashcans).
Ken
Congrats on the solo flight. I know it's a great feeling when you do solo. Heck, I bet you still have that silly little smile on your face don't you?? Don't worry about it, I had the same smile for about 3 weeks.
A solo flight is a great accomplishment and that wins you one genuine RCU ATTABOY (Suitable for framing, wrapping fish, or lining trashcans).
Ken
02-19-2006, 09:01 PM
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Chuck,
We are flying out of Flying Tigers of Jordan Lake. Are you the Chuck that I know?
Ken, yes you did an "attaboy" for my son earlier. Thanks,
Jeff
We are flying out of Flying Tigers of Jordan Lake. Are you the Chuck that I know?
Ken, yes you did an "attaboy" for my son earlier. Thanks,
Jeff
02-19-2006, 09:33 PM
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Man, ive been flying for 2 years now and have no one around to certify me and have never recieved an attaboy
, but i still have that smile on my face
good job Jeff, it is a great feeling to succeed at this great hobby!!!
, but i still have that smile on my facegood job Jeff, it is a great feeling to succeed at this great hobby!!!
02-19-2006, 09:50 PM
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So, now we get you interested in smaller stuff and we can make you a member of the Carolina 1/2a Crew right Chuck? I have 2 funflys a year here in Burlington, you should come and see the first one is in May, check out the 1/2A forums..Rog
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Depth perception is not a great strong point.[&o]
Depth perception is not a great strong point.[&o]
gjeffers,
I wasn't on RCU when I soloed 2 1/2 years ago, so I guess I can't complain [&o]
Sun_Kissed_Girl is gonna solo soon, so I hope that RCKen or Bubbagates has a "Attagirl"
Happy landings! (Most of you probably don't see me here that much because I'm in the Electric Cars, Buggies, and Trucks forum, even though I have more planes than cars
)Calvin
02-20-2006, 07:25 AM
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So, now we get you interested in smaller stuff and we can make you a member of the Carolina 1/2a Crew right Chuck? I have 2 funflys a year here in Burlington, you should come and see the first one is in May, check out the 1/2A forums..Rog
So, now we get you interested in smaller stuff and we can make you a member of the Carolina 1/2a Crew right Chuck? I have 2 funflys a year here in Burlington, you should come and see the first one is in May, check out the 1/2A forums..Rog
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RE: My son and I are certified!
The venture is a great kit to build...
Almost everything hte pre-sanded so all you need in the end is a light sanding to get ready for the covering. I got the last Venture kit on the last run, its just about done now...just some covering and adding the electronics and she'll be in the air...
Good choice, and worth the wait.
Almost everything hte pre-sanded so all you need in the end is a light sanding to get ready for the covering. I got the last Venture kit on the last run, its just about done now...just some covering and adding the electronics and she'll be in the air...
Good choice, and worth the wait.
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looks like the venture 60 kits are ready,the web page no longer says none available but i havent recieved any e mail from him as i was on the list too,i just e mailed so we will see
02-20-2006, 09:26 AM
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Well, Guys as much as I hate to let the Venture out of the bag, yes they are available again. Bruce emailed me yesterday. The race is on! Catch me if you can
Now it's off to BTE see ya.
Now it's off to BTE see ya.
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Man, ive been flying for 2 years now and have no one around to certify me ...
Man, ive been flying for 2 years now and have no one around to certify me ...
