TJF97 - very well done on the solo! It's fantastic, isn't it!? I've not experienced the height problem to that extent, but I wouldn't worry about. You'll probably get used to it soon. The only time something like that happened to me was when I hadn't flown for half a year or so, and had a flight in a Jet Provost. Got much higher much quicker than in a PA28, I looked down and felt....terrible. Luckily this lasted 5 seconds or so, and went. Anyway, congrats on the solo!
Lister - Sounds very fun indeed! Must be nice being able to fly pretty much anytime! I can't wait to be told to go off on my own, outside the circuit! Hope you do get your 6 hours - wish I could!
Cheq - is indeed very bad news. My thoughts are with all those affected. Like mazzy said - it brings it home and makes you think about it.
I'm hoping to finish solo consolidation tomorrow, got 2 hours booked. Can't wait to get flying again, it's been horrible sitting in school watching the clubs aircraft flying over in this beautiful weather!
Tomorrow looks good weather wise (at least up here) so hopefully everyone can have a nice flight!
John.