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I don't disagree with you. The pilot (human factor) should still be the #1 priority.

Engine failure has become a common problem. Therefore, seek well maintained aircraft. The human factor is still at the top of the list. Find an instructor that takes safety seriously.

Listen to this: Jose

With regards to your landings, have your instructor demonstrate when to level off, then when the flare should occur, so that you can get the proper sight picture. I take the student right to the level off, then the flare, then the touchdown. As for the nervousness or anxiety, that should go...

I encourage any Private Pilot Certificate holder that wants to buy an airplane to add their instrument rating ASAP. You will have the option to fly when the weather is bellow VFR and make you a safer pilot. You will also need to stay current as an IR, further helping you stay proficient. It's...

Looking forward to attending this year. I hope to meet and network with POA members.

Some excellent advice. Thanks for sharing.

I'm out of KBKV, but can make arrangements to go to Tampa if needed.

Agree 100%. Power off stalls. Power On Stalls. Gliding stalls. Accelerated etc.

Absolutely! Then after you do all you describe, you want to avoid them at all costs. When I was training for the Commercial Certificate, it was required that I recovered after the first initial sign. At the Private Pilot stage, I had to practice full stalls. At the end of the day, the best...

That's a steep price to pay to teach on a c152. They have one available where I rent and the weight limitation is the biggest issue.

The purpose of practicing stalls is to avoid them.