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Old 19th July 2010 | 19:07
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Bigears
 
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Hello MightyDucks,
1. Don't worry - I am one of the few people who have been sick while the CFI was flying (first lesson- effects of controls). A wee bit of un-cordinated flight (on purpose) combined with over-excitement due to the anticipation of the flight. I got quite worried about what might happen on subsequent flights, but didn't need to be
2. Get some wrist bands for air/seasickness - I eventually got rid of mine after the tenth or so flight and was fine
3. Take travel sickness tablets (again, found I didn't actually need them)
4. Make sure you have a bag ready (just in case)
5. Eat something 30-60 minutes beforehand. I suggest a banana (don't ask why!)
6. Ensure you have a supply of cool fresh air
7. Wear loose-fitting clothing that will keep you on the cool side of warm
8. See if you can sit in the aircraft for a while on the ground (obviously with the instructor present). Get used to the sight/smell of the aircraft and also the instruments and maybe also the seat harness. A non-flying day would be good for this (wet or a hazy day with no horizon)
9. And relaxxxx...
Been there, done that, now got the licence. I'm not the first and you're not the last!
Have fun!

Last edited by Bigears; 19th July 2010 at 19:10. Reason: to point out that didnt need travel sickness tablets any more!
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