Oddbean new post about login | logout Two years ago today I woke up, drove to the local airport, & flew a C172 by myself for the first time. I chose to conquer my biggest fear. Not easy, & not very fun those first few months, but an unforgettable experience. Step outside your comfort zone. You won't regret it.
My first landing in a 172 was comical. I never really got the hang of landing with tubular spring steel gear. Very bouncy. I way prefer low wing aircraft with hydraulic gear. Do you still fly or was it just a matter of facing the fear and moving on?
I flew a lot, but didn't bother getting my private pilot's license. The idea of flying myself around sounds nice, but the reality is I'm not cut out for it. And that's ok. Maybe I'll get the itch again down the road. Until then, I'll leave flying to the professionals. 😅
it only struck me this summer picking up my kid from sailing camp... I've never been sailing and never slept on a sailboat, but you can just buy a sailboat for a few grand, live on it, and if you're bored, sail over to Bermuda. Don't need to call Mom, go thru TSA, sit next to some obnoxious kid or get a ticket that can be cancelled. Just you, the waves, the wind, and freedom.
I would love to do it but so pricey Maybe if I retire early :-)
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As a professional pilot I remember watching your journey. It's still fun to watch someone learning to take to the skies. You did great! I imagine you feel the same watching someone figure out bitcoin.
It was a lot of fun entering a world I was completely unfamiliar with. I learned so much about flying and about myself. Really loved the experience! I have so much more respect for professional pilots after my time spent as a student pilot. ✌️