The plan today was to fly out to Camarillo (CMA) to get still more experience at another airport. I took a bit longer than usual to preflight the plane, thanks to a nav light that was out and needed replacing. By the time we got airborne, there was a layer of overcast over the entire valley – no way to go to Camarillo. We turned around and headed back to Van Nuys.<\/p>\n
After several touch and goes on the long (8000′) runway, I suggested we head over to Whiteman (WHP) just to mix it up a little. Richard agreed, and we headed over. Good conversation along the way – I feel very comfortable at the controls now – a sure sign I’m ready to solo. Several touch and goes at Whiteman, and back to Van Nuys. All in all, a good flight – but I need to get soloed soon, so I can start on my cross countries. Nothing from the FAA or AOPA on my medical yet – I’ll call tomorrow.<\/p>\n
1.8 hours\/25.2 total<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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