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Old 4th September 2002 | 15:29
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Holryn
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Soloboy,

As Field in Sight says "you'll be surprised how well it all comes together".

I did my first solo a couple of weeks ago and it was probably the best experience I've had so far.

When I got to the aerodrome (EGKB) the wind was strong and the runway in use was the opposite direction I was normally used to.

I went up and did some stalling exercises with my instructor then came back to the field and did some circuits, with practice engine failures and go-arounds. By the end of this the wind had dropped and the sun was beginning to set.

We landed and exited the runway, and he said "well I'm happy to let you go on your own". I too had butterflies but we had a chat, he radioed the tower and told them he was going to send me out.

Out he got, I did my pre-flight and off I went. Did the power checks, got clearance and I was off.

Everything did come together, the weather was perfect and I made one of my best landings to boot.

The tower congratulated me on my first solo which was a great feeling.

The clarity with which I remember is unbelievable.

So , all the best for the weekend, hope the weather is good and above all enjoy it - it only happens once!

Paul
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