TOMATO FLAMES? Are you kidding? I’m sitting with my friend and CFI Paul Sallach in the restaurant at the Inn at Furnace Creek in Death Valley, California, nibbling on a turkey BLT while doing the ground portion of my flight review, what people used to call a biannual flight review. All is well thus far. I know my airspace and cloud clearances. I know what I need to know about sunset, sunrise and the beginning and end of civil twilight. And I’ve got all the buttons, switches and functions of the Cirrus Perspective by Garmin avionics suite dialed in. But TOMATO FLAMES? Seriously?
Back In the Saddle
Key Takeaways:
- The author underwent a flight review after a seven-year hiatus from piloting, highlighting the initial rustiness in basic flying maneuvers despite using a familiar Cirrus SR22 aircraft.
- The review heavily emphasized the integration and benefits of modern aviation technology, such as iPads running Garmin Pilot with ADS-B, which significantly enhance situational awareness and flight information.
- Contemporary online training courses (e.g., Sporty's) and instructor-specific apps were instrumental in refreshing aviation knowledge and adapting to new regulations and scenario-based training methods.
- Through a combination of familiar aircraft, advanced digital tools, and focused practical airwork, the author successfully regained proficiency and currency in a rapidly evolving aviation landscape.
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