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Having learned to fly in a J3 Cub, I enjoyed March’s article on no-radio flying, “No Electrics? No Problem!” I did not know then how blessed I was. I also had an excellent pre-solo learning experience.

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Key Takeaways:

  • The lead letter advocates for pilots to practice flying by relying on fundamental visual cues and skills rather than extensive instrumentation, even suggesting turning off the master switch.
  • It emphasizes that pilots can fly safely with minimal electronic aids, drawing on personal experience of flying without an airspeed indicator and referencing similar philosophies.
  • The article also includes a reader's inquiry about a specific iPhone artificial horizon app and an observation regarding potential carbon monoxide poisoning as a cause for certain aircraft accidents.
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Having learned to fly in a J3 Cub, I enjoyed March’s article on no-radio flying, “No Electrics? No Problem!” I did not know then how blessed I was. I also had an excellent pre-solo learning experience.

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