How long do you take to do a pre-flight check?
I am a relative newcomer to flying having just gained a PPL, however I am an experienced glider pilot and have a number of years working as an engineer.
Watching other members of my club I have been surprised by the very casual attitude of some towards pre-flight checks. Many seem to think that a quick look at the fuel and lubricants will suffice.
I have been in gliding long enough to witness accidents and incidents that have resulted from poor pre-flights (disconnect elevator, tailplane, asi etc). Granted a C152 may not be taken apart with the same frequency as a glider, but you still have to check.
I am generally quick, but methodical and thorough. What are the standards like generally?