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7.6.09

File Under: Jay Nash - "Hard Lesson to Learn" - Sun Studio

File Under: Patrick Duffy & The Crab Discuss a Threesome

I don't even know where to begin...

File Under: Working on that ticket to fly.

I know I haven't been a good little poster for the last week, but I've been a tad bit busy. Starting Wednesday morning, I have been working on finishing up my balloon pilot's license. We managed 6 flights, 5 free flights and 1 tethered. I'm exhausted, but I'm also thrilled, as I'm almost there. I learned some good lessons and did some cool things. My favorites were the Terminal Descents from 35oo and 6100 AGL (above ground level).

However, I've apparently hit a plateau regarding my approach to landing. I tend to over heat, which leads to aborted or rough landings. My instructor has no less goal than, me being able to land in a balloon sized opening in the woods, which is not forgiving on glide paths to approach. Therefore I need some more work and hope to have my license by COMBF.