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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 author advocates for pilots to rely on fundamental visual flying skills over instruments, drawing from personal experience of safely flying with an inoperative airspeed indicator.
  • Modern pilots are challenged to practice flying by turning off the master switch and ignoring instruments, using the real horizon and basic cues for attitude and coordination.
  • The core message emphasizes that minimal instrumentation is often sufficient for safe flight, promoting a return to basic piloting proficiency.
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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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