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From: "Bill Harrelson" <5zq@cox.net>
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Subject: Re: [LML] Re: some thoughts on accidents
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>  Any idea how many Lancair drivers there are out there who have over 1000
>  hours in their Lancairs?


John,

There are probably 6 or 8 of us out there. I would imagine the list would 
include Mark R, Scott K, Pete Z, Larry H, Rick A and a few more. I believe 
that currency is more important than most people think. In order to get 
1,000+ hours in your Lancair you've got to be flying it pretty regularly. I 
know that if I haven't flown mine for a couple of weeks (a very rare 
occurrence), I can notice the difference on that first takeoff and landing. 
I used to notice the same thing coming back from vacation on the airline. 
That first leg would always feel just a little awkward, that little "edge" 
seemed to be missing.

Currency is, of course, not THE answer, but I do believe that it is one of 
the somewhat overlooked factors that helps make a safe pilot. If you're 
flying your Lancair less than several times a month (EVERY month) than it's 
difficult for you to be in top form as a pilot. Three landings in 90 days 
makes you legal but, in my opinion, just isn't enough for these somewhat 
demanding machines.

Get the training. Spend the money for QUALIFIED instruction. Seek out and 
take constructive criticism. Work on your judgment skills. Study the 
weather. Set and stick to realistic personal limitations. Do everything you 
can to improve your skills. Don't forget to FLY as often as you can.

Bill Harrelson
N5ZQ 320 1,550 hrs
N6ZQ  IV under construction