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Question(s) for the Pilots of the OT
Posted on 6/24/16 at 12:25 am
Posted on 6/24/16 at 12:25 am
I'm in the process of getting my private pilot's license. My long term goal is to be able to use this to benefit the non-profit I work for. I don't have any desire to be a commercial pilot, but may end up working towards that if my organization deems it beneficial.
I have a couple of questions I'm hoping to get some help with.
First, do you have any helpful resources that will enable me to pick up on the radio communication side of things? I feel very comfortable in flight and with all of the standard maneuvers, but it feels like I'm attempting a completely different language when I'm on the radio. Very frustrating at times, mostly with myself for not picking up on it quicker.
Second, do any of you have experience flying internationally? Are you aware of any other specific qualifications or certifications required to be able to fly privately in a different country?
I have a couple of questions I'm hoping to get some help with.
First, do you have any helpful resources that will enable me to pick up on the radio communication side of things? I feel very comfortable in flight and with all of the standard maneuvers, but it feels like I'm attempting a completely different language when I'm on the radio. Very frustrating at times, mostly with myself for not picking up on it quicker.
Second, do any of you have experience flying internationally? Are you aware of any other specific qualifications or certifications required to be able to fly privately in a different country?
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Posted on 6/24/16 at 12:32 am to Tuscaloosa
Radio communication is one of those things that you'll just pick up over time and it will eventually become second nature. You'll be able to hold a conversation with your passengers and answer and comply with ATC instructions without even realizing you're doing it. Give it time. The radio piece is usually the biggest hurdle for new pilots. You're not alone in that.
I've never flown to Europe or Asia but a lot to Mexico and South America and Canada. You don't need anything other than your American license to operate in those countries.
ETA: you can try listening to those ATC feeds on the Internet. It may help. The main thing is to just be comfortable and confident. Don't worry so much about making a mistake on the comms that you freeze and don't talk at all.
I've never flown to Europe or Asia but a lot to Mexico and South America and Canada. You don't need anything other than your American license to operate in those countries.
ETA: you can try listening to those ATC feeds on the Internet. It may help. The main thing is to just be comfortable and confident. Don't worry so much about making a mistake on the comms that you freeze and don't talk at all.
This post was edited on 6/24/16 at 12:34 am
Posted on 6/24/16 at 5:36 am to GeauxxxTigers23
^^^This.
It simply takes time and repetition. I saw from the previous thread that you fly out of KNEW. The NOLA class B is probably the most forgiving class B airspace in the country in regards to dealing with non-commercial traffic. It's simply not as busy as other class B's. My advice would be to fly with someone else and have them simply fly while you 'conduct the flight' on the radio. Let them wiggle the sticks so you can solely focus on the radio. You'll probably find yourself anticipating calls this way and stay ahead of the flight.
Don't be afraid to make mistakes on the radio. You're not going to sound like that crusty SW/Delta bastard calling his approach from 30K when you only have a few hours. Good luck
Edit: Disregard about your flying out of KNEW. Wrong poster. Best of luck anyways.
It simply takes time and repetition. I saw from the previous thread that you fly out of KNEW. The NOLA class B is probably the most forgiving class B airspace in the country in regards to dealing with non-commercial traffic. It's simply not as busy as other class B's. My advice would be to fly with someone else and have them simply fly while you 'conduct the flight' on the radio. Let them wiggle the sticks so you can solely focus on the radio. You'll probably find yourself anticipating calls this way and stay ahead of the flight.
Don't be afraid to make mistakes on the radio. You're not going to sound like that crusty SW/Delta bastard calling his approach from 30K when you only have a few hours. Good luck
Edit: Disregard about your flying out of KNEW. Wrong poster. Best of luck anyways.
This post was edited on 6/24/16 at 5:43 am
Posted on 6/24/16 at 7:12 am to blkhawktiger
I'm also in the process of getting mine. My long term goal is to get pussy.
Posted on 6/24/16 at 8:23 am to GeauxxxTigers23
Thanks for the responses, guys. Very helpful and encouraging. I'm flying out of KCOS in Colorado Springs, which is Class C that kinda borders the Air Force Academy and their locked down airspace. It's a fun place to fly.
Posted on 6/24/16 at 8:28 am to Tuscaloosa
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Thanks for the responses, guys. Very helpful and encouraging. I'm flying out of KCOS in Colorado Springs, which is Class C that kinda borders the Air Force Academy and their locked down airspace. It's a fun place to fly.
Man I'm jealous. Some beautiful and challenging flying out there. Once you get your ticket I suggest getting VFR flight following for all of your cross country flights. It's basically IFR flying as far as ATC is concerned without the IFR conditions. It will really help you with your radio work and get you prepped for your IFR training and cancel it whenever you feel like just screwing around and enjoying the sights.
Posted on 6/24/16 at 9:40 am to Tuscaloosa
Get a scanner and listen to coms. Try to listen for good radio calls and bad radio calls. Put together a cheat sheet of proper, precise radio calls and practice or "chair fly." Think before you key the mic.
No one was good on the radios as a new Private Pilot or student.
No one was good on the radios as a new Private Pilot or student.
Posted on 6/24/16 at 9:54 am to Tuscaloosa
I still don't have the radio down. Fortunately there is little traffic where I fly out of (1A9). But Maxwell is close enough that I do occasionally have to interact with them. They are generally extremely understanding and will work with me.
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