Leonardo da Vinci said it best: “Once you have tasted flight, you will forever walk the earth with your eyes turned skyward…”
We have all felt a sense of accomplishment and pride as we slip that freshly printed private pilot certificate into our back pocket. Soon, we are the master of the Saturday morning breakfast run. Each of our immediate family members, relatives, and close friends has had the opportunity to witness our incredible aviation skills up close and personal, some against their better judgment. Then just as suddenly, the newness has worn off, the limits imposed by our VFR-only certificate become apparent, and we begin to ask ourselves, what’s next?
This is a critical juncture where many promising pilots stop flying. So, how can we keep the wonder of flight alive?
The truth is that “a good pilot is always learning,” and there is no better way to continue the journey than to go for that next certificate or rating. The FAA feels so strongly about this that a check ride for a new certificate or rating will substitute for your flight review requirement. Additionally, your insurance broker loves to hear that you are continuing your aviation education and will reward you with lower rates.
All Certificates, Endorsements, and Ratings Are Not Equal
The most significant deterrent for pilots continuing their aviation education is often their experience, good…
Source www.planeandpilotmag.com
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