Zero to PPL experiences

[Never_to_old]

Hi Guys,

New to the Forum and the world of flying so go easy, I'm about to embark on getting my PPL, I've done a few trial flights and it's always been a boyhood dream of mine to fly.

So, my question(s) is what are the ups and downs that I should expect on doing my PPL? What are your experiences of your first solo flights and circuits?

I have two visions of my first solo flight, the first been too busy concentrating on everything and keeping the plane in the air to be nervous. The second is having many brown trouser moments and going into panic mode bring Gatwick to a standstill (I’ll probably be training in Redhill). I’m leaning towards the first idea though as I doubt they’d let you loose if you were bound to do the latter!

Anyway would be good to hear your thoughts and stories!