1. Don't pay too much up front.
2. Don't bore the wife too much about what happens during the lessons.
3. Dont post a thread about landings, GPS, flying clothing or headsets...........
4. Do search before you post.
5. Don't be afraid to ask what different things are inside the a/c.
6. Do learn how to use the radio early on.
7. Don't believe a word anyone says about "getting their licence within 45 hours".
8. If you stop enjoying it at any point (and I guarantee you will) keep going as it is rewarding at the end.
9. Make sure you know about landing on grass strips by the time you have completed/qualified.
10. Do make sure you are shown at the very first proper lesson how to check oil and fuel levels etc.
Above all......enjoy it