Preparing for Transition Training
What can you do to get the most value from Transition Training? Here's what Jan has to say:
- To maximize exposure and learning, BE CURRENT. If you are not current
I recommend getting a BFR prior to scheduling with me or plan a longer
transition training session to include the BFR.
- Be aware that the RV is not a "basic trainer". Things can
happen quickly in this airplane so if you're a bit rusty, we will need
time to get you safe as a RV pilot.
- Plan on spending two days if you are current, three to four days
if you are not.
- Review and practice emergency procedures.
- Study! Break out your books and get in the game. Flying is a cognitive
act. Fresh motor skills aren’t enough. You need to understand
the fundamentals.
Proficient pilots will generally transition to the RV quite smoothly. To get the most out of your training you can do some reading and flying in advance of coming to train. If it's been a few years since you last did much flying, go out and fly a few hours with a local instructor and get a fresh BFR. You can also review your basic flying books to brush up on fundamental concepts of flight dynamics, instrumentation, and rules.
Jan
recommends Rod Machado's Private Pilot
Handbook as a good, essential guide for brushing up on some of
the old ground school concepts and getting ready to train. Machado's book
provides an excellent review for flight dynamics, navigation, and basic
ATC communication technique. Also, this book provides one of the best
all around primers on fundamental meteorology. Many people are familiar
with Rod Machado's humorous style of writing... This book is easy and
fun to read !
To read more about Private Pilot Handbook
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