Hi Cool Hand,
Well, what can I say. My ambition is now, one part fulfilled.
My first lesson was fantastic. I explained to my instructor, Neil, what I asked you guys about in my original thread and he was pleased that I had put some work in before my lesson. He said he felt I was serious and had come somewhat prepared. (Even asking some questions about yaw and the effects of increasing and decreasing power settings etc)
What did suprise me though was the fact he let me taxi (steering only) from the apron onto the runway. He then applied the power and let me take off.
After 45 mins in the air going through some basics, we headed back where he landed the aircraft and then let me taxi (fully this time) back to the parking area.
Now... I don't know if this is the norm for a first lesson, and it may well be, or if he just had the confidence in me from the begining.
Anyway, what an incredible guy, totally enthusiastic and professional. He was a total credit to you instructors out there.
If anyone in the Liverpool or surrounding area is thinking of starting, I can whole heartedly recommend Neil.
After going through the check lists with him, he has told me that from my next lesson onwards, I will be doing all the aircraft checks whilst he watches over me.
Well, I am in danger of starting another "My PPL" or "one to 45" here so I wont go on.
Thanks for your interest.
Regards
Mike (1hour)