I passed my Advanced Ground Instructor (AGI) and Flight Instructor – Airplane (FIA) written tests today (98 and 97 respectively). I proceeded straight from the testing center to the FSDO to be issued my shiny (not really) new Ground Instructor – Advanced Temporary Airman Certificate. After passing FAA checkrides for my various pilot certificates and […]
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Introduction To The Right Seat
Today was my introduction to the right seat. It was pretty interesting, especially since I was flying a 152, which I haven’t flown in at least five years. It was a lot of fun. 152’s are so easy to fly. It’s relaxing to not have to think about the gear and prop or fuel flows […]
Back In The Saddle
I had my first CFI lesson today. I couldn’t wait to get into the right seat for the first time. At least the first time in the air: I probably have over five hours of taxi time in the right seat. Well, I’m still waiting. We spent an hour going through the preflight checklist and […]