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When I hear the
word stall, I still get anxious. Where can I get some non-textbook
information on stalls? (top)
Stalls occur when the wing exceeds the maximum angle of attack and
no longer produces enough lift to support the weight of the aircraft.
This is completely normal maneuver to practice and nothing you should
be afraid of. A lot of students are worried about stalls in the
beginning, but as you practice them with your instructor you will
learn that they are not as bad as they sound and can actually be
fun.
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My
instructor and I have been spending a lot of time on ground reference
maneuvers. Is there a particular reason for this? (top)
Yes. Ground reference maneuvers will probably be your first real experience
with the wind's effect on your aircraft's ground track and ground
speed, so it's important to understand the concepts involved so you'll
get the most from each dollar spent on your flight training. The
maneuvers will give you a better picture of how wind actually affects
the aircraft's performance.
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Once in a while
I feel a little sick when we work on maneuvers. I don't hear other
students talking about it. Is this normal? What should I do if this
continues? (top)
It may be reassuring to learn you're not alone. Various studies indicate
that between 30 and 40 percent of all student pilots get airsick sometime
during flight training. Sooner or later, almost every pilot experiences
some degree of airsickness. Many avoid using the airsick bag, but
few avoid the discomfort. More important, getting airsick doesn't
mean you won't make it through training. There is no single remedy
that works for everyone. Find the solution that works for you and
get back in the air as soon as possible. In the end, flying is the
solution to airsickness. Don't let airsickness keep you down. If you
are not feeling well, don't be afraid to tell your instructor and
stop the lesson. Safety is always first.
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My friend hit a
bird while flying the other day and was telling me about bird strikes. Is this
common? What should I do if I have a bird strike? (top)
Although it is not very common, bird strikes do occur. One of the
first things you should do to avoid a bird strike is to try to avoid
areas in which there is a known risk. It is also important to be
familiar with the patterns of migratory birds. If you are involved
in a bird strike, remember to report it once you have landed safely.
Be sure to fill out the FAA Form 5200-7 Bird/Wildlife Strike Report
(you can use an FAA-approved
online version or download a paper
version. You should also fill out a
NASA Aviation Safety Reporting System (ASRS) form.
If you see that you are flying towards a flock of birds, never try
to descend and fly under them, as birds will almost always dive. Climbing
and turning away from them is the best rule if you find yourself face
to face with a natural aviator.
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Where can I read
up on maneuvers and get some tips on how to perform them?
(top)
There are many different training references that discuss the various
maneuvers. From the FAA's Flight Training Handbook to AOPA
Flight Training magazine, all of these are sources for you
to assist in learning to master these important maneuvers.
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