Originally Posted by
Capn Bloggs
I suppose it ultimately depends on where the new flyer is headed; for bigger and better things? Train them to fly like aeroplanes are supposed to be flown: pitch controls flight path and power controls speed. Staying a lighty pilot? Do whatever suits.
I'm inclined to agree. It comes down to whether you are teaching someone to fly a light aircraft, or using a light aircraft to teach someone how to fly a jet. IMO both approaches (sorry about the pun) are equally valid.
If I have to fly an ILS approach in a PA28, I fly it at cruising speed & use pitch to stay on the glideslope; only reducing to approach speed & configuring once visual.