Just passed 80 hours in the Cessna 172, and my PPL checkride is imminent. I’ll have a full debrief on my checkride when I pass. We are in exciting times! In my research to prepare for my checkride, setting personal minimums is a common feature in things to have. I’ve found the FAA version (https://www.faa.gov/sites/faa.gov/files/2022-01/Personal%20Minimums.pdf) […]
Author: mbramblett
Required Knowledge
My direct aviation experience, at the moment, is limited. At the time of writing, I am just over 70 hours of logged time, in Stage 4 of my part 141 PPL training, and a PPL checkride just around the corner. I’ve been flying out of X51 – Homestead General Aviation Airport for all of my […]
The First 40
I completed my first 40 hours just as I finished my Stage 2 checkout. September 7, 2023. It’s funny to think about, the FAA only requires 40 hours experience for Part 61 student pilots, 35 hours for 141 student pilots, but with the maneuvers that require proficiency, plus the required checks insurance companies specify prior […]