the Wright's learned things first hand that I could only read about.
Lindbergh knew things that I have never known in person.
And I know a few things that won't be easily passed on to others.
But I do think, in any real training scheme, that the thirst for aeronautical knowledge be made part of the course.
Let me ask this question for honest answers. Mind you I am aware of the changes to modern television from 40 years ago.
IF YOU WERE out in a highly rural area, seemingly lost, in a small plane and you came upon a farm house with a television antenna, could you use this for some form of navigation?
think about it and answer.
Now, if you have never heard of this, you have learned something.
Also ask yourself what flying in a triangular pattern while making right turns means...and with left turns.
Its all about self motivation to learn things.