The arrogance and pomposity in this thread is truly astounding.
Did all you sky gods become perfect from day one? Do none of you recall nervousness using the unfamiliar radio while being taught to fly?
I used to teach PPLs and have also been lost when I was a PPL. The feeling of terror that it invokes in a low houred newbie out of his depth should not be forgotten. A small familiarisation with D & D procedures has no doubt saved small problems becoming more serious.
I find the ceaseless inane chat on the Atlantic on 123.45 far more irritating than a newbie practising what one day may save his or her life.