Tag: C150/C152

  • At the Controls Again

    It’s been quite a long time I did not fly: my previous flight was in Warsaw in October. I was studying ATPL subjects since then and did not practise at all. Today I made a flight to renew my SEP (Single Engine Piston) VFR rating. We used Cessna 152, and I remembered the feeling of…

  • Bartow

    Today I finally succeeded in my efforts of trying to wake up early at the weekend. Actually it was a good reason to do it: much more chances to fly cross-country wherever you want before thunderstorm activity. Today I was going to Bartow. It is an airport in about 70 miles to the South-East. Close…

  • Lake-City

    At the weekends I used to fly from the early morning, but this Saturday I decided to sleep some more: it is not a good idea to fly if you’re tired. Today the weather was good, so it was possible to fly to Lake-City. So, why that place? First of all, the weather is much…

  • Spin Training

    Spin Training is a part of the flight instructor course, but I suppose that this training is useful for all pilots. Of course it’s better to recognize approaching spin in advance, but sometimes shit happens anyway, and it’s good to know what to do in that case. In theory the process is not very hard:…

  • Fly-in Breakfast

    Today we had a fly-in breakfast at one of the airports nearby, in about 1h of flight. This airport does not have a communication frequency, so in these cases in Florida we should use either 122.9 or 122.75. In our case it was 122.9. In spite of arriving rather early, we heard a lot of…

  • Chasing Tranquility: Embracing an Early Morning Flight to Apopka Airport

    The summer weather in Florida presents challenges, but early morning flights usually offer a serene escape from turbulent clouds and thunderstorms. Today I chose one of those mornings to fly. Although visibility was not perfect compared to later in the day, it remained acceptable. I cherish these morning flights for their tranquility, cooler temperatures, and…

  • Exploring Aerial Beauty on a Sightseeing Flight

    Today, I decided to unwind and embark on a sightseeing flight. Upon departure, I climbed to 5500 feet, following the coastline. The landscapes were truly breathtaking, undoubtedly worth experiencing from the skies. The air was serene, particularly at that altitude. While I spotted some cumulus clouds, they were distant, and I encountered no turbulence. As…

  • Waiting Reward: Perfecting Landings

    Thunderstorms and heavy rain dominated the morning, prompting me to seize the opportunity for some much-needed rest. However, Florida’s weather is famously unpredictable. By early afternoon, the rain subsided, clouds dispersed, and the skies turned favorable for flying. Upon reaching the airport, I discovered new puddles resembling lakes. Despite this, the runway and taxiways were…

  • Practicing Crosswind Landings: Gainesville

    Flight time building is a fantastic period, especially the cross-country segment: you simply enjoy flying and have fun. Of course, it involves a significant amount of planning, preparation, and studying, but it provides a wonderful opportunity to explore new places while gaining more experience. Summer in Florida is challenging. It’s not just sun and clear…

  • A TOMATO FLAMES

    Before every flight we have perform a preflight check, and for flying VFR (visual flight rules) during daytime there is list of equipment which must exist and must be operational. The entire list is stated in § 91.205, and there is an acronym for simplify our lives: A TOMATO FLAMES. Once filled out it looks…