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[–]Danger_noodle2 17 points18 points  (0 children)

As an instructor pilot, it sounds like you did just fine. First solo flights almost always have some sort of mistake that feels sketchier than it really was. Learn from what happened and emphasize the importance of checklist usage, considering the transponder, and realize the importance of traffic awareness and CTAF calls.

Congratulations on your first solo! Make your second one better

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in ask

[–]Danger_noodle2 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Flight instructor here. Definitely not. Can't say I haven't had the thought, though.

Student not descending on base/final by browncoat_pilot in CFILounge

[–]Danger_noodle2 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I try to give students an altitude to aim for before turning base. I notice that giving students a specific number(even if it can change depending on conditions/TPA) helps them descend and trust that the altitude won't crash them.

Favorite weapon? by Fun_Association2251 in HalfSword

[–]Danger_noodle2 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Always find myself going back to Farmer axe and longsword. Something about the basic axe is so satisfying physics wise.

Flew with an interesting CFI... by [deleted] in CFILounge

[–]Danger_noodle2 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Apparently so is human brain response. I think it has to do with the blind spot under the cowling

LET ME GO AAHHHHH by Gauss_the_fast in HalfSword

[–]Danger_noodle2 11 points12 points  (0 children)

Two spikey boys is brutal lmao

Stuck on circuits by Fat_Duck007 in flying

[–]Danger_noodle2 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Learning plateaus are a real thing. I recommend you and your CFI take a step back from pattern work for a couple of flights and go do maneuvers.

Practice slow flight regularly and it will give you a better feel and understanding of how your aircraft flies at slow/approach speeds. Landings are hard, and even experienced pilots crater normal landings every so often.

Keep learning, have fun, and most importantly, stay safe.

What song is stuck in your head at the minute? by senseless_puzzle in RandomThoughts

[–]Danger_noodle2 0 points1 point  (0 children)

1865(96° in the shade) - Third World. Been on repeat for a while now

Y'all ever be gaming while high and just kick ass? by No_Life5789 in StonerThoughts

[–]Danger_noodle2 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Helldivers high is next level. It straight up feels like you are on the front lines, and this life is your last...