Re: First Solo

From: "Jase Vanover" <jase_vanover@xxxxxxxxxxxx>
Date: Fri, 7 Apr 2006 21:12:37 -0400

A great memory. Cherish it. There are more to come, but this one is
special.

"Student" <me@xxxxxxx> wrote in message
news:8no532l58m5v1k3q7nf98klbkdngrrrisb@xxxxxxxxxx

Whoooopeeeeeee
Finally done it .
PA28 Warrior
The aircraft was also re-useable after my landing.
A tad under 29 hours. Though with a fair bit of poor weather and being
by the coast in the UK in a busy airport added to the learning
process.

Smiley Time :))

References:
- First Solo
  - From: Student

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