First intro flight | TheaterFire

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rvrbly@reddit

Scholarships are easy to find online. There’s one site in particular that lists them all in order of date if I remember. Don’t have the info right this moment.

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Nathan_Wildthorn@reddit

I forgot to mention: I'd check in with EAA to see if they have any scholarship programs or can point you towards organizations that do.

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Affectionate-Ad3208@reddit (OP)

That is funny because my intro flight was sponsored by EAA!

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You're young, which is great! You look the part; another plus. Now u need the substance to go w/ that! That's where 80% of student pilots drop out. Why? Bc it's an obscenely expensive pursuit which does not guarantee you an airline job at the end, during which time you'll have a lot of studying, tests, & checkrides to pass for all the licenses & ratings you'll need. You'll also need to get & maintain a 1st Class medical to fly for an airline. Right now u only need a 3rd class. You just gotta take 1 step at a time. Your next milestone is your solo; you'll progress rapidly after that bc you'll be able to take the plane to the practice area by yourself to practice what your CFI taught you. Fly as many days/wk as u can & don't stress out about when you'll solo bc it'll happen naturally when you're ready & everyone is different. Sit back & enjoy!

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Nathan_Wildthorn@reddit

Alriiiiighhht! 👏 How was it?

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Affectionate-Ad3208@reddit (OP)

Dude it was absolutely amazing! Using the ground school knowledge I had, I could semi-successfully cruise to our destination lol. We angled the airplane at 30 degrees and took a selfie. He even let me land (with his assistance of course)

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Nathan_Wildthorn@reddit

It was life-changing, wasn't it? Was flying easier than you'd expected, or harder? Once you get that first taste of flight, the addiction can be immediate, and lifelong.

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Affectionate-Ad3208@reddit (OP)

It was absolutely life-changing! That was my first time operating an aircraft. I would say it was easier than I expected because the pilot that accompanied me did a great job explaining what the function of all the numbers and buttons did in the plane.

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Nathan_Wildthorn@reddit

Indeed! And the feelings that you have during that time come full circle when you've landed and your emotions have time to catch up to you. There really are no words..! Congratulations, man! You. Did. Iiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiit!!! 😃 BOOyaaaahhh!!!

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Future-Neat-2872@reddit

Man that first flight will stick with you for a long time. It’s such a rush! It was a pivotal moment in my life, and I hope it’s the same for you.

From someone in the trenches of studying for commercial, two things that come to mind for me:

You’re going to have to spend way more time studying on the ground than actually flying the plane. Thats just how it is - but it just makes the time you DO get to spend up there in the sky even more beautiful and fulfilling.
Every scary moment, every first time when you’re a little anxious, every time you’re doubting yourself, just do it. I was nervous for my first solo, my first checkride, etc. It’s totally okay to be nervous. Just know that once you do the thing and push yourself past that barrier, whatever it is, and it feels so good. Flying is so rewarding, and I’m excited for your journey to start!

Best of luck.

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Affectionate-Ad3208@reddit (OP)

This flight will definitely be memorable to me! It is the start of my aviation journey to becoming an airline pilot. Plus, it is also my first time riding in general aviation.

Thank you so much for the advice! I will definitely make good use of them! :)

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Clunk500CM@reddit

It's advice that you want? Okay...don't skip leg day. :)

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Affectionate-Ad3208@reddit (OP)

Oh man that is a bad habit I have 😂

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rvrbly@reddit

Save your cash, get a job, and do your training For s job in chunks to minimize the downtime. Study hard. Be ready for your next flight, don’t waste your and your instructor’s time and money by coming unprepared. Get a good simulator set up at home once you start you instrument training.

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Affectionate-Ad3208@reddit (OP)

Speaking of finances, how can I find scholarships to fund my journey? I currently have a job but at 17 I will not be making tons of money haha. Otherwise, I appreciate your response and will keep them noted. :)

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rFlyingTower@reddit

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I just had my first intro flight at 17! I am an aspiring airline pilot and would love to hear some advice from people. :)

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