Havent been flying in 3 months

[aeroman2]

So guys, I havent been flying in over 3 months, i have been caught up in work so had very little little free time. SO for those who took a decently long break from fliyng how long did you go up with an instructor before going out by yourself again. im guessing just a quick 45 min flight in and around the practice area and a few landings would do? Thanks-

Steve

[Airdale]

Originally Posted by aeroman2

So guys, I havent been flying in over 3 months, i have been caught up in work so had very little little free time. SO for those who took a decently long break from fliyng how long did you go up with an instructor before going out by yourself again. im guessing just a quick 45 min flight in and around the practice area and a few landings would do? Thanks-

Steve

That would be a very good idea. Instructors like it when they get a student that needs some refresher training. I'm sure after 30-40 mins of doing manuevers and pattern work you'll be set. I would recommend just running through some manuevers too, like stalls, steep turns, slow flight etc. Its a good idea to get back into the groove.

Have fun! Fly safe!

[aeroman2]

Originally Posted by Airdale

That would be a very good idea. Instructors like it when they get a student that needs some refresher training. I'm sure after 30-40 mins of doing manuevers and pattern work you'll be set. I would recommend just running through some manuevers too, like stalls, steep turns, slow flight etc. Its a good idea to get back into the groove.

Have fun! Fly safe!

Good deal, thats exactly what I was thinking, thanks for the reply. Kinda like the saying I would rather have it and not need it, then need it and not have it. i would rather spend 45 min with an instructor, then not 45 min and wish i did.

[trafficinsight]

I've had a couple of 3-4 month breaks in my short time as a pilot... I go up by myself but I do some slow flight and maneuvers and then head for an airport with a nice long, wide runway until I'm comfortable again and then head back to my home field. If an instructor makes you more comfortable, by all means

There was a time when I could really make the 172 dance for me... lately I fly so many different things that I miss that kind of "in touch" feeling... I guess it makes me more conservative though, which isn't necessarily a bad thing.