3 Years as a Pilot - where did I go wrong?

01/05/25 • 10 min

What if the thrill of soaring through the skies is occasionally shadowed by the turbulence of criticism and life’s obligations? Join me, Wayne, as I take you on a journey through the highs and lows of my adventures as a private pilot on the Try Not To Crash podcast. On this special episode, marking three years since I earned my Private Pilot License, I get candid about the challenges and rewards of flying. From the unpredictable UK weather that often grounds my plans to the balancing act between my career, family, and the cockpit, I share it all. Plus, I reveal how the pressure of maintaining my YouTube channel has impacted my confidence and passion for aviation.
Despite these clouds, the silver linings have been the friendships and experiences that have enriched my life. Flying has opened doors to a vibrant community of fellow enthusiasts, where swapping tales of sky-high adventures and technical mishaps becomes a bonding experience like no other. Through laughter and learning, it's these connections that have made the journey worthwhile. Tune in to hear about the joys and trials of a private pilot's life and the invaluable lessons learned over three years of navigating the skies.

I'm a UK based private pilot (PPL(A), who started to learn to fly in my 50s. I passed (just), but every flight is a learning experience.
I currently own 1/5 of a Cessna 172 - but I am not sure which bit is mine.
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Have you ever had those days when the universe seems to conspire against you, grounding your plans and testing your patience? Well, strap in and tune in, because that's been the theme of my life recently! I'm Wayne from Whiskey Alpha Pilot, and it's high time we caught up. I've been dodging business curveballs and wrestling with the British weather gods, which sadly means my trusty C172, and I have been spending more time apart than I'd like.
Guess what happens when you post a video titled "How Not To Land"? You get a viral sensation and an avalanche of colorful commentary! I'll share the unexpected journey one of my YouTube flights took—from a few thousand views to causing quite the stir online. It's a wild mix of armchair critics, genuine concern, and a few good laughs. But here's the kicker: through it all, it's about staying true to the joy of flying and the community it creates.
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Try Not to Crash - 3 Years as a Pilot - where did I go wrong?

Transcript

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Hello , it's Wayne here from the Try Not To Crash podcast where I attempt to explain the ins and outs of being a newly qualified private pilot . Please note I am not a flight instructor and you should not be using a podcast to teach yourself to learn to fly . That would be silly . But it is why all pilots wear headsets so they can listen to their favourite podcaster Me . Anywa