My first PPL passenger was my beautiful girlfriend Grace. I hadn't flown for 4 months and asked for 30 mins in an aircraft solo to ensure I was safe to take a passenger. No aircraft was available so I paid extra attention to all checklists. As I passed 1000 agl in did note that AC performance was below par...hmm. flap...
Holding a PPL is a real responsibility and as much fun as it is to carry mates through the heavens, they have generally no idea of our piloting skills.
On departure the following day, calm winds and 35 degree temp - coupled with construction works - led to me fighting the stall all the way out.
Stupid...yes...lesson learned...definitely.
Enjoy flying PPL...treat every flight as if you were a 777 pilot.
Best,
Sicknote
