Hi all
I'm new to this forum so be nice...
I'm currently training for a PPL and have done just under 30hrs; 7 of which have been solo, with 4.5 of those being navex's. My 1st solo was compelted after 9hrs 15mins (this was delayed by an hour or two due to my AME being on leave and Optom. availability).
I will add that I was an Air Cadet flying gliders and also currently Mil ATC. Personally I've found thus far that a substantial theoretical knowledge of circuits/procedures/ATC has helped enormously with R/T and general awareness, so much so that confidence in my limited ability, and concentration required to fly the aeroplane are vastly increased hopefully without arrogance
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In my inexperienced opinion, a little knowledge can go a long way to building self-confidence.