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Old 3rd June 2010 | 11:35
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Unixman
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Disabled Flying

Right: before we start this is not a medical question but rather one of practicalities which is why I am posting here rather than the medical forum!

I am an above-knee amputee (right leg) which means I have very restricted movement below the knee - especially when I am sitting.

A couple or so years ago I took one of these taster flights in a Cessna 152 from Shobdon and thoroughly enjoyed it. Once I was in the air I had little problem in controlling the aircraft - effectively by not using the rudder. The aircraft was turned by banking and pulling back. Whether or not this is normal I know not but the instructor seemed happy!

The problem came following landing and it was simple: I couldn't use the toe brakes to steer!

There must be amputee pilots out there who can help me if I wanted to take flying up!

Any ideas ?
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