Objective:

To introduce a new student to aviation and discover how fun and usable a pilot certificate is.

Elements:

1. Perform a preflight inspection of the aircraft - a must for safety!
2. Explain the positive control method and convey clearly.
3. Instruce on how to taxi (yoke does nothing on the ground), take-off, and land.
4. Alow student to fly the airplane.
5. Introduce basic flight maneuvers.
6. Fly to another destination to show usability.
7. Alow the student to enjoy the experience - there's nothing like it!

Common Errors (Instructor):

1. Giving too much control to the student.
2. Flying in less than ideal weather conditions.
3. Being overley aggressive with the flight controls while demonstrating maneuvers.
4. Failing to scan for traffic.
5. Not talking to the student enough as they perform basic flight maneuvers.
6. Failing to build confidence into the student that a pilots license is attainable.
7. Scaring the student into not wanting to fly ever again!

References:

• Non - Have fun!

Notes:

Positive Control Method:

Instructor -	"I have the controls"
Student -	"YOU have the controls"

Proper trim makes life easier.
Watch for other traffic in the area and be aware.
RELAX and display confidence so the student will trust you from here on out...

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