It was in the high 90s in Oshkosh in this lesson and well over 100 degrees inside the cockpit. Brady knew the heat would have an effect on airplane performance, but he underestimated the effect it would have on him as a pilot — both physically and mentally.
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This is a video series that details Brady Lane’s experience (EAA 808095) and process in learning to fly and earning his sport pilot certificate. These were recorded in 2008 and 2009, but remain relevant today for anyone learning to fly.
Previous posts:
About This Video Blog
Getting Started
Selecting an Instructor
Brady Has an Instructor!
Actively Waiting
First Day of School
In the Remos G3-600
First Flight
Steep Turns, Slow Flight
Stalls, Steep Turns, Slow Flight
Stalls, Stalls, and More Stalls
Ground Reference Maneuvers
Talking to the Tower
Practicing Emergencies
Landings
More Landings
Stalls & Crosswind Landings
The Learning Plateau
Back in the Air
Landings
Gaining Confidence
First Solo
Making Good Decisions
Ready, Study, Sleep
Back in the Air
Stalls, Slow Flight and Landings
Crosswind Workout
Practice, Practice, Practice
First Cross-Country
Short, Soft Field Landings
Class C Airspace
On the Numbers
Second Solo
First Solo Cross-Country
Solo Landings and Heavy Traffic