Weathering the Skies: A Welcome Change from Bumpy Rides

When I used to fly short cross-countries, it was a bumpy ride. After takeoff, I would climb through a rollercoaster of turbulence, turn to the desired course, and try to maintain straight and level flight while constantly adjusting the trim and RPM. Suddenly, the VSI would show +5, so I would correct and trim, only for it to then show -5. I would adjust again, straighten out, and then the left wing would suddenly go up. I would quickly level the wings and trim again, but soon after, the VSI would show +5 once more.

During these flights, I struggled to understand the purpose of trim in the C150. And flying the plane wasn’t my only task—I also had to follow a chart, apply wind corrections, and keep track of time. Spring in Europe could be quite challenging for a student pilot.

Today, everything is different. Thermal activity is weak, and I can fly straight and level without constantly adjusting the controls. It’s amazing to see how stable an airplane can be without any pilot intervention. I can relax and enjoy the view of the pretty castles below, of which there are many in the Czech Republic. Early morning is the perfect time for training. I am grateful for this opportunity to learn and grow as a pilot.


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Milestones

04/09/2017: My First Flight
04/25/2017: EASA PPL written exam (6 exams passed)
05/21/2017: Radio Operator Certificate (Europe VFR)
05/22/2017: EASA PPL written exam (all passed)
05/26/2017: The First Solo!
05/28/2017: Solo cross-country >270 km
05/31/2017: EASA PPL check-ride
07/22/2017: EASA IFR English
08/03/2017: 100 hours TT
12/04/2017: The first IFR flight
12/28/2017: FAA IR written
02/16/2018: FAA IR check-ride
05/28/2018: FAA Tailwheel endorsement
06/04/2018: FAA CPL long cross-country
06/07/2018: FAA CPL written
07/16/2018: FAA CPL check-ride
07/28/2018: FAA CPL ME rating
08/03/2018: FAA HP endorsement
06/03/2019: EASA ATPL theory (6/14)
07/03/2019: EASA ATPL theory (11/14)
07/15/2019: FAA IR IPC
07/18/2019: FAA CPL SES rating
08/07/2019: EASA ATPL theory (done)
10/10/2019: EASA NVFR
10/13/2019: EASA IR/PBN SE
11/19/2019: Solo XC > 540 km
12/06/2019: EASA CPL
12/10/2019: EASA AMEL
02/20/2020: Cessna 210 endorsement
08/30/2021: FAVT validation
05/27/2022: TCCA CPL/IR written
05/31/2022: Radio Operator Certificate Canada