Another flight around the pattern at Wilgrove, yesterday I faced a brick wall and let it defeat me, for a while. I know that I’m tough on myself and that I expect perfection, but most of the time I stumble along the way. I am precise, detail oriented and focused …
One thing about diving into flying without any preconceived ideas, is that I really had no idea what to expect when I started this adventure. I didn’t choose to talk to anyone about what the experience would be like or what I should expect. On one hand that has been …
Today I want to celebrate with my dear friend and fellow student pilot Ashley. She had her first solo flight today and I couldn’t be more excited for her! We have shared many days of excitement, disappointment and frustration together. Her solo feels like it’s as much mine as it …
I was invited by my instructor to ride along on a night flight so that I could experience what it looks like landing at night. He was doing a sign off for another pilot.
Sunday evening turned out to be a very exciting lesson for me. However, it didn’t start out that way. My first trip around the pattern felt great, and everything was lining up for a perfect landing. I got the plane all the way down and ballooned it, pushed in the …
Friday evening has become my favorite day to fly each week. After a long week of work and life, it’s a great way to just unwind and have fun. I eagerly look forward to this all week, it’s the most fun I have and although it’s work since I’m still …
This week is a little departure from my flying experiences as there has been much sadness that I have encountered this week. I have been moved to take a long look at life and in the process penned some introspective thoughts. I know it may not be what you’re expecting …
As I sit here pondering life today, I am profoundly saddened by the loss of Robin Williams. Such a sad, tragic end to a beautiful life, and you wonder how it could come to this? He made us laugh, he made us cry, he made us look at ourselves and …
I have another 7 pm flight scheduled for tonight. I’m filled with excitement as I pull up to the airport. It’s beautiful out and only a few clouds around. It’s still warm from the heat of the day but cooling and the wind is light.
Another day of practicing landings but at my home field today. I have a 7pm flight tonight; I love flying this time of day. The sky is spectacular and the weather has cleared from all the rain this weekend. I arrive early just to take it all in; I love …
