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Old 26th Jun 2011, 16:21
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Pilot DAR
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SteveR gave you good advice.

The fact that you cannot fly consistantly is not a reason to not fly, just approach with caution. Though I fly fixed wing wheels most days, I will go long periods between flying helicopters, and then one has the seasonal interruptions in float and ski flying associated with winter.

When I get back in a helicopter after the better part of a year, I'm rusty, and not safe for solo. After a few hours of recurrent training, it comes back, somewhat.... Know your limitations.

When I go back onto the water after a winter not landing on the water, I'm checking myself out. I go very slow and careful, double checking everything I do, and it all comes back.

Fly as you are able, just surround yourself with compotent mentoring, and don't resist if those mentors tell you you need more refresher training....
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