Today was a good day, I flew an airplane by myself. After completing my stage check successfully with a senior airman, I was approved for solo flight after only about 11 hours of flight time total (average time to solo is 25-35 hours). I felt ready, so I headed up with my flight instructor Luke to Longmont for my solo.
Every good flight begins with a good pre-flight inspection.
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The workspace I have come to love. Has the best view in town.
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Luke and I enjoying a good time and good view on the front range after a light snowfall.
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After a few solid touch-n-go's, my instructor told me he would like to be dropped off in the parking area. So I let him out, handed him the camera and made my way to the end of the runway.
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Your first solo must consist of three full landings and three full take offs, completely unassisted in any way. I take to the skies in my 172.
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My first successful flight.
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My second successful flight.
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When we got back to Jefco (Rocky Mountain Metro), we were greeted and congratulated by various members of the flight school.
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And of course no solo is complete without the cliche tail number shot. Oh, trusty 52243.
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Not to worry, plenty more airborne adventures to be had soon.
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