Comments on: 5 Common Student Pilot Errors http://www.m0a.com/5-common-student-pilot-errors/ Because A Good Pilot Is Always Learning Thu, 09 Feb 2012 04:55:00 +0000 hourly 1 http://wordpress.org/?v=3.3 By: Mike http://www.m0a.com/5-common-student-pilot-errors/comment-page-1/#comment-6711 Mike Wed, 21 Dec 2011 02:50:00 +0000 http://www.m0a.com/?p=832#comment-6711 I own a Light sport Eurofox which is just slightly lighter than a 150. My issue seems to be on landings that if there is a crosswind of 8 knots or more that I get tossed around. It seems to me on your crosswind videos that you are quite stable with very little stick/yoke movement. Any suggestions to be smoother on the windy landings? I own a Light sport Eurofox which is just slightly lighter than a 150. My issue seems to be on landings that if there is a crosswind of 8 knots or more that I get tossed around. It seems to me on your crosswind videos that you are quite stable with very little stick/yoke movement. Any suggestions to be smoother on the windy landings?

]]> By: John Sandford SR http://www.m0a.com/5-common-student-pilot-errors/comment-page-1/#comment-6147 John Sandford SR Fri, 23 Sep 2011 19:58:00 +0000 http://www.m0a.com/?p=832#comment-6147 Jason ... YOU HAVE A GREAT WEB SITE... Obviously you have some very special connections.!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! I really enjoy watching your videos... they bring back great memories from some 17 years ago !  Thanks for refreshing those wonderful  memories. Cheers, John Sandford   Jason … YOU HAVE A GREAT WEB SITE… Obviously you have some very special connections.!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
I really enjoy watching your videos… they bring back great memories from some 17 years ago !  Thanks for refreshing those wonderful  memories.
Cheers,
John Sandford  

]]> By: Edwin nic http://www.m0a.com/5-common-student-pilot-errors/comment-page-1/#comment-6142 Edwin nic Thu, 22 Sep 2011 07:53:00 +0000 http://www.m0a.com/?p=832#comment-6142 Thanks for providing me five common student pilot errors as it is true that it is not easy to become pilot easily. A pilot has lot of responsibilities like passengers safety. I also want to become pilot, greatly thanks to sharing me some but special common student pilots error. All of the above information which is mentioned in your article is very good for my future. Nice and informative post . http://www.pilotstrainings.com/ Thanks for providing me five
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]]> By: Phil O'Rourke http://www.m0a.com/5-common-student-pilot-errors/comment-page-1/#comment-4720 Phil O'Rourke Tue, 25 Jan 2011 01:05:00 +0000 http://www.m0a.com/?p=832#comment-4720 hey Jason do u still give lesson's,and if u do,at what airfield in Florida? hey Jason do u still give lesson’s,and if u do,at what airfield in Florida?

]]> By: shane http://www.m0a.com/5-common-student-pilot-errors/comment-page-1/#comment-4378 shane Sat, 13 Nov 2010 03:05:00 +0000 http://www.m0a.com/?p=832#comment-4378 Nice video and explanation of crosswind landings, being a new sport pilot myself, I have become more and more confident by pushing myself to practice x-wind landings, and frequently ask my instructor to fly the pattern with me when winds are high, in one case it was a day in which we had 18 direct x-wind, crazy to say, but after 4 or 5 touch and goes, although challenging, really a lot of fun....definitely counter intuitive...just takes a bit of time to train the brain :-) Nice video and explanation of crosswind landings, being a new sport pilot myself, I have become more and more confident by pushing myself to practice x-wind landings, and frequently ask my instructor to fly the pattern with me when winds are high, in one case it was a day in which we had 18 direct x-wind, crazy to say, but after 4 or 5 touch and goes, although challenging, really a lot of fun….definitely counter intuitive…just takes a bit of time to train the brain :-)

]]> By: mzeroa http://www.m0a.com/5-common-student-pilot-errors/comment-page-1/#comment-3195 mzeroa Wed, 16 Jun 2010 22:33:24 +0000 http://www.m0a.com/?p=832#comment-3195 Miles!<br><br>Great Experience though huh? Now you'll never forget!<br><br>Glad you passed nonetheless! PLEASE PLEASE! Keep Me posted on your solo! I'd love to hear about it :)<br><br>Jason Miles!

Great Experience though huh? Now you'll never forget!

Glad you passed nonetheless! PLEASE PLEASE! Keep Me posted on your solo! I'd love to hear about it :)

Jason

]]> By: Miles Cowan http://www.m0a.com/5-common-student-pilot-errors/comment-page-1/#comment-3193 Miles Cowan Wed, 16 Jun 2010 22:16:47 +0000 http://www.m0a.com/?p=832#comment-3193 So true! I just completed my "pre-solo stagecheck," which is required at my flight school (Panorama @KHPN). The checkride instructor (not my usual instructor) asked for some steep turns, and I went right into the first turn without clearing first. About 45 degrees around he "confirmed" that I was doing the first of two clearing turns. Of course I wasn't intending to, but I rolled out at 90 degrees and did another turn the other direction. He still passed me (I'll solo for the first time this weekend coming up), but it totally slipped my mind.<br><br>Second big agreement (I agree with all, but some especially so): Checklists! I wouldn't have forgotten the clearing turns if I used my pre-maneuver checklist. So true! I just completed my “pre-solo stagecheck,” which is required at my flight school (Panorama @KHPN). The checkride instructor (not my usual instructor) asked for some steep turns, and I went right into the first turn without clearing first. About 45 degrees around he “confirmed” that I was doing the first of two clearing turns. Of course I wasn't intending to, but I rolled out at 90 degrees and did another turn the other direction. He still passed me (I'll solo for the first time this weekend coming up), but it totally slipped my mind.

Second big agreement (I agree with all, but some especially so): Checklists! I wouldn't have forgotten the clearing turns if I used my pre-maneuver checklist.

]]> By: Jason Schappert http://www.m0a.com/5-common-student-pilot-errors/comment-page-1/#comment-1963 Jason Schappert Mon, 15 Jun 2009 14:26:41 +0000 http://www.m0a.com/?p=832#comment-1963 Hi Keith! You're correct about the cloud clearance requirements. However I was referring to our basic training as most students train in Echo or Golf airspace. rarely do you fin yourself doing steep turns, stalls, etc. In class Bravo! :) Hi Keith!

You’re correct about the cloud clearance requirements. However I was referring to our basic training as most students train in Echo or Golf airspace. rarely do you fin yourself doing steep turns, stalls, etc. In class Bravo! :)

]]> By: Jason Schappert http://www.m0a.com/5-common-student-pilot-errors/comment-page-1/#comment-3740 Jason Schappert Mon, 15 Jun 2009 14:26:00 +0000 http://www.m0a.com/?p=832#comment-3740 Hi Keith! You're correct about the cloud clearance requirements. However I was referring to our basic training as most students train in Echo or Golf airspace. rarely do you fin yourself doing steep turns, stalls, etc. In class Bravo! :) Hi Keith!

You’re correct about the cloud clearance requirements. However I was referring to our basic training as most students train in Echo or Golf airspace. rarely do you fin yourself doing steep turns, stalls, etc. In class Bravo! :)

]]> By: Jason Schappert http://www.m0a.com/5-common-student-pilot-errors/comment-page-1/#comment-3741 Jason Schappert Mon, 15 Jun 2009 14:26:00 +0000 http://www.m0a.com/?p=832#comment-3741 Hi Keith! You're correct about the cloud clearance requirements. However I was referring to our basic training as most students train in Echo or Golf airspace. rarely do you fin yourself doing steep turns, stalls, etc. In class Bravo! :) Hi Keith!

You’re correct about the cloud clearance requirements. However I was referring to our basic training as most students train in Echo or Golf airspace. rarely do you fin yourself doing steep turns, stalls, etc. In class Bravo! :)

]]> By: Jason Schappert http://www.m0a.com/5-common-student-pilot-errors/comment-page-1/#comment-3742 Jason Schappert Mon, 15 Jun 2009 14:26:00 +0000 http://www.m0a.com/?p=832#comment-3742 Hi Keith! You're correct about the cloud clearance requirements. However I was referring to our basic training as most students train in Echo or Golf airspace. rarely do you fin yourself doing steep turns, stalls, etc. In class Bravo! :) Hi Keith!

You’re correct about the cloud clearance requirements. However I was referring to our basic training as most students train in Echo or Golf airspace. rarely do you fin yourself doing steep turns, stalls, etc. In class Bravo! :)

]]> By: PlasticPilot http://www.m0a.com/5-common-student-pilot-errors/comment-page-1/#comment-1955 PlasticPilot Sat, 13 Jun 2009 20:56:45 +0000 http://www.m0a.com/?p=832#comment-1955 Few words from Europe. Here the examiner is always PIC, based on the idea that he's the sole on board having a valid rating. Recurrent checks where the examinee is rated (annual IFR check, i.e.) are different. Regarding the speeds, I fully agree with you. My take-off briefings always include rotation, Vx and Vy. Not just "standard take-off" but the actual values. Few words from Europe. Here the examiner is always PIC, based on the idea that he’s the sole on board having a valid rating. Recurrent checks where the examinee is rated (annual IFR check, i.e.) are different.

Regarding the speeds, I fully agree with you. My take-off briefings always include rotation, Vx and Vy. Not just “standard take-off” but the actual values.

]]> By: Keith http://www.m0a.com/5-common-student-pilot-errors/comment-page-1/#comment-1954 Keith Sat, 13 Jun 2009 20:56:10 +0000 http://www.m0a.com/?p=832#comment-1954 I actually want to also point out what I believe is an incorrect statement: "proper cloud clearance which is: 1,000 feet above, 500 feet below, and 2000 feet horizontal from the clouds." As a general rule for most GA recreational pilots flying single-engine prop aircraft, this works. However, 14 CFR 91.155 states that this rule only applies to Class C; Class D; Class E below 10,000MSL; Class G below 1200ASL at night regardless of MSL; and Class G above 1200ASL but below 10,000MSL. All other airspace have different cloud clearances. One example where only remembering this rule is if a pilot regularly flies in Southern California coast area. I actually want to also point out what I believe is an incorrect statement: “proper cloud clearance which is: 1,000 feet above, 500 feet below, and 2000 feet horizontal from the clouds.” As a general rule for most GA recreational pilots flying single-engine prop aircraft, this works. However, 14 CFR 91.155 states that this rule only applies to Class C; Class D; Class E below 10,000MSL; Class G below 1200ASL at night regardless of MSL; and Class G above 1200ASL but below 10,000MSL. All other airspace have different cloud clearances. One example where only remembering this rule is if a pilot regularly flies in Southern California coast area.

]]> By: Keith http://www.m0a.com/5-common-student-pilot-errors/comment-page-1/#comment-3734 Keith Sat, 13 Jun 2009 20:56:00 +0000 http://www.m0a.com/?p=832#comment-3734 I actually want to also point out what I believe is an incorrect statement: "proper cloud clearance which is: 1,000 feet above, 500 feet below, and 2000 feet horizontal from the clouds." As a general rule for most GA recreational pilots flying single-engine prop aircraft, this works. However, 14 CFR 91.155 states that this rule only applies to Class C; Class D; Class E below 10,000MSL; Class G below 1200ASL at night regardless of MSL; and Class G above 1200ASL but below 10,000MSL. All other airspace have different cloud clearances. One example where only remembering this rule is if a pilot regularly flies in Southern California coast area. I actually want to also point out what I believe is an incorrect statement: “proper cloud clearance which is: 1,000 feet above, 500 feet below, and 2000 feet horizontal from the clouds.” As a general rule for most GA recreational pilots flying single-engine prop aircraft, this works. However, 14 CFR 91.155 states that this rule only applies to Class C; Class D; Class E below 10,000MSL; Class G below 1200ASL at night regardless of MSL; and Class G above 1200ASL but below 10,000MSL. All other airspace have different cloud clearances. One example where only remembering this rule is if a pilot regularly flies in Southern California coast area.

]]> By: Keith http://www.m0a.com/5-common-student-pilot-errors/comment-page-1/#comment-3735 Keith Sat, 13 Jun 2009 20:56:00 +0000 http://www.m0a.com/?p=832#comment-3735 I actually want to also point out what I believe is an incorrect statement: "proper cloud clearance which is: 1,000 feet above, 500 feet below, and 2000 feet horizontal from the clouds." As a general rule for most GA recreational pilots flying single-engine prop aircraft, this works. However, 14 CFR 91.155 states that this rule only applies to Class C; Class D; Class E below 10,000MSL; Class G below 1200ASL at night regardless of MSL; and Class G above 1200ASL but below 10,000MSL. All other airspace have different cloud clearances. One example where only remembering this rule is if a pilot regularly flies in Southern California coast area. I actually want to also point out what I believe is an incorrect statement: “proper cloud clearance which is: 1,000 feet above, 500 feet below, and 2000 feet horizontal from the clouds.” As a general rule for most GA recreational pilots flying single-engine prop aircraft, this works. However, 14 CFR 91.155 states that this rule only applies to Class C; Class D; Class E below 10,000MSL; Class G below 1200ASL at night regardless of MSL; and Class G above 1200ASL but below 10,000MSL. All other airspace have different cloud clearances. One example where only remembering this rule is if a pilot regularly flies in Southern California coast area.

]]> By: Keith http://www.m0a.com/5-common-student-pilot-errors/comment-page-1/#comment-3736 Keith Sat, 13 Jun 2009 20:56:00 +0000 http://www.m0a.com/?p=832#comment-3736 I actually want to also point out what I believe is an incorrect statement: "proper cloud clearance which is: 1,000 feet above, 500 feet below, and 2000 feet horizontal from the clouds." As a general rule for most GA recreational pilots flying single-engine prop aircraft, this works. However, 14 CFR 91.155 states that this rule only applies to Class C; Class D; Class E below 10,000MSL; Class G below 1200ASL at night regardless of MSL; and Class G above 1200ASL but below 10,000MSL. All other airspace have different cloud clearances. One example where only remembering this rule is if a pilot regularly flies in Southern California coast area. I actually want to also point out what I believe is an incorrect statement: “proper cloud clearance which is: 1,000 feet above, 500 feet below, and 2000 feet horizontal from the clouds.” As a general rule for most GA recreational pilots flying single-engine prop aircraft, this works. However, 14 CFR 91.155 states that this rule only applies to Class C; Class D; Class E below 10,000MSL; Class G below 1200ASL at night regardless of MSL; and Class G above 1200ASL but below 10,000MSL. All other airspace have different cloud clearances. One example where only remembering this rule is if a pilot regularly flies in Southern California coast area.

]]> By: PlasticPilot http://www.m0a.com/5-common-student-pilot-errors/comment-page-1/#comment-3737 PlasticPilot Sat, 13 Jun 2009 20:56:00 +0000 http://www.m0a.com/?p=832#comment-3737 Few words from Europe. Here the examiner is always PIC, based on the idea that he's the sole on board having a valid rating. Recurrent checks where the examinee is rated (annual IFR check, i.e.) are different. Regarding the speeds, I fully agree with you. My take-off briefings always include rotation, Vx and Vy. Not just "standard take-off" but the actual values. Few words from Europe. Here the examiner is always PIC, based on the idea that he’s the sole on board having a valid rating. Recurrent checks where the examinee is rated (annual IFR check, i.e.) are different.

Regarding the speeds, I fully agree with you. My take-off briefings always include rotation, Vx and Vy. Not just “standard take-off” but the actual values.

]]> By: PlasticPilot http://www.m0a.com/5-common-student-pilot-errors/comment-page-1/#comment-3738 PlasticPilot Sat, 13 Jun 2009 20:56:00 +0000 http://www.m0a.com/?p=832#comment-3738 Few words from Europe. Here the examiner is always PIC, based on the idea that he's the sole on board having a valid rating. Recurrent checks where the examinee is rated (annual IFR check, i.e.) are different. Regarding the speeds, I fully agree with you. My take-off briefings always include rotation, Vx and Vy. Not just "standard take-off" but the actual values. Few words from Europe. Here the examiner is always PIC, based on the idea that he’s the sole on board having a valid rating. Recurrent checks where the examinee is rated (annual IFR check, i.e.) are different.

Regarding the speeds, I fully agree with you. My take-off briefings always include rotation, Vx and Vy. Not just “standard take-off” but the actual values.

]]> By: PlasticPilot http://www.m0a.com/5-common-student-pilot-errors/comment-page-1/#comment-3739 PlasticPilot Sat, 13 Jun 2009 20:56:00 +0000 http://www.m0a.com/?p=832#comment-3739 Few words from Europe. Here the examiner is always PIC, based on the idea that he's the sole on board having a valid rating. Recurrent checks where the examinee is rated (annual IFR check, i.e.) are different. Regarding the speeds, I fully agree with you. My take-off briefings always include rotation, Vx and Vy. Not just "standard take-off" but the actual values. Few words from Europe. Here the examiner is always PIC, based on the idea that he’s the sole on board having a valid rating. Recurrent checks where the examinee is rated (annual IFR check, i.e.) are different.

Regarding the speeds, I fully agree with you. My take-off briefings always include rotation, Vx and Vy. Not just “standard take-off” but the actual values.

]]> By: Keith http://www.m0a.com/5-common-student-pilot-errors/comment-page-1/#comment-1953 Keith Sat, 13 Jun 2009 20:34:51 +0000 http://www.m0a.com/?p=832#comment-1953 I think students--particularly VFR--should remember that come check-ride time they are now pilot-in-command, and not the examiner. In fact, if I remember correctly, check ride time can only be logged as either training flight (if you failed) or PIC time (if you pass). Quoting the "Examiner Responsibility" portion of the Private Pilot ASEL PTS "Since there is no formal division between the 'oral' and 'skill' portions of the practical test, this becomes an ongoing process throughout the test." A student can be asked by the examiner to do a bunch of things that would break the rules, but the student is responsible for deciding to follow or not follow. Students should also remember that they can end the test at any time if they are not comfortable with the direction it's going. I think students–particularly VFR–should remember that come check-ride time they are now pilot-in-command, and not the examiner. In fact, if I remember correctly, check ride time can only be logged as either training flight (if you failed) or PIC time (if you pass). Quoting the “Examiner Responsibility” portion of the Private Pilot ASEL PTS “Since there is no formal division between the ‘oral’ and ‘skill’ portions of the practical test, this becomes an ongoing process
throughout the test.” A student can be asked by the examiner to do a bunch of things that would break the rules, but the student is responsible for deciding to follow or not follow. Students should also remember that they can end the test at any time if they are not comfortable with the direction it’s going.

]]> By: Keith http://www.m0a.com/5-common-student-pilot-errors/comment-page-1/#comment-3731 Keith Sat, 13 Jun 2009 20:34:00 +0000 http://www.m0a.com/?p=832#comment-3731 I think students--particularly VFR--should remember that come check-ride time they are now pilot-in-command, and not the examiner. In fact, if I remember correctly, check ride time can only be logged as either training flight (if you failed) or PIC time (if you pass). Quoting the "Examiner Responsibility" portion of the Private Pilot ASEL PTS "Since there is no formal division between the 'oral' and 'skill' portions of the practical test, this becomes an ongoing process throughout the test." A student can be asked by the examiner to do a bunch of things that would break the rules, but the student is responsible for deciding to follow or not follow. Students should also remember that they can end the test at any time if they are not comfortable with the direction it's going. I think students–particularly VFR–should remember that come check-ride time they are now pilot-in-command, and not the examiner. In fact, if I remember correctly, check ride time can only be logged as either training flight (if you failed) or PIC time (if you pass). Quoting the “Examiner Responsibility” portion of the Private Pilot ASEL PTS “Since there is no formal division between the ‘oral’ and ‘skill’ portions of the practical test, this becomes an ongoing process
throughout the test.” A student can be asked by the examiner to do a bunch of things that would break the rules, but the student is responsible for deciding to follow or not follow. Students should also remember that they can end the test at any time if they are not comfortable with the direction it’s going.

]]> By: Keith http://www.m0a.com/5-common-student-pilot-errors/comment-page-1/#comment-3732 Keith Sat, 13 Jun 2009 20:34:00 +0000 http://www.m0a.com/?p=832#comment-3732 I think students--particularly VFR--should remember that come check-ride time they are now pilot-in-command, and not the examiner. In fact, if I remember correctly, check ride time can only be logged as either training flight (if you failed) or PIC time (if you pass). Quoting the "Examiner Responsibility" portion of the Private Pilot ASEL PTS "Since there is no formal division between the 'oral' and 'skill' portions of the practical test, this becomes an ongoing process throughout the test." A student can be asked by the examiner to do a bunch of things that would break the rules, but the student is responsible for deciding to follow or not follow. Students should also remember that they can end the test at any time if they are not comfortable with the direction it's going. I think students–particularly VFR–should remember that come check-ride time they are now pilot-in-command, and not the examiner. In fact, if I remember correctly, check ride time can only be logged as either training flight (if you failed) or PIC time (if you pass). Quoting the “Examiner Responsibility” portion of the Private Pilot ASEL PTS “Since there is no formal division between the ‘oral’ and ‘skill’ portions of the practical test, this becomes an ongoing process
throughout the test.” A student can be asked by the examiner to do a bunch of things that would break the rules, but the student is responsible for deciding to follow or not follow. Students should also remember that they can end the test at any time if they are not comfortable with the direction it’s going.

]]> By: Keith http://www.m0a.com/5-common-student-pilot-errors/comment-page-1/#comment-3733 Keith Sat, 13 Jun 2009 20:34:00 +0000 http://www.m0a.com/?p=832#comment-3733 I think students--particularly VFR--should remember that come check-ride time they are now pilot-in-command, and not the examiner. In fact, if I remember correctly, check ride time can only be logged as either training flight (if you failed) or PIC time (if you pass). Quoting the "Examiner Responsibility" portion of the Private Pilot ASEL PTS "Since there is no formal division between the 'oral' and 'skill' portions of the practical test, this becomes an ongoing process throughout the test." A student can be asked by the examiner to do a bunch of things that would break the rules, but the student is responsible for deciding to follow or not follow. Students should also remember that they can end the test at any time if they are not comfortable with the direction it's going. I think students–particularly VFR–should remember that come check-ride time they are now pilot-in-command, and not the examiner. In fact, if I remember correctly, check ride time can only be logged as either training flight (if you failed) or PIC time (if you pass). Quoting the “Examiner Responsibility” portion of the Private Pilot ASEL PTS “Since there is no formal division between the ‘oral’ and ‘skill’ portions of the practical test, this becomes an ongoing process
throughout the test.” A student can be asked by the examiner to do a bunch of things that would break the rules, but the student is responsible for deciding to follow or not follow. Students should also remember that they can end the test at any time if they are not comfortable with the direction it’s going.

]]> By: Danny V http://www.m0a.com/5-common-student-pilot-errors/comment-page-1/#comment-1931 Danny V Wed, 10 Jun 2009 14:25:31 +0000 http://www.m0a.com/?p=832#comment-1931 Head down checklists are a big problem too, especially in the circuit. Many times I've found myself running through the prelanding check from start to finish without looking outside until I was done. Head down checklists are a big problem too, especially in the circuit. Many times I’ve found myself running through the prelanding check from start to finish without looking outside until I was done.

]]> By: Danny V http://www.m0a.com/5-common-student-pilot-errors/comment-page-1/#comment-3728 Danny V Wed, 10 Jun 2009 14:25:00 +0000 http://www.m0a.com/?p=832#comment-3728 Head down checklists are a big problem too, especially in the circuit. Many times I've found myself running through the prelanding check from start to finish without looking outside until I was done. Head down checklists are a big problem too, especially in the circuit. Many times I’ve found myself running through the prelanding check from start to finish without looking outside until I was done.

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