On 8/4/06 10:14 AM, in article ,
"Michelle" wrote:
Yes I was, although I'll admit I file IFR for every flight nowadays.
Why do you ask?
Let me answer your question with another question: why do you file all the
time (why only IFR) now and not then?
As to your question, it just seems so "unprofessional" and I think
unprofessional conduct by pilots is a big part of the reason GA has such a
higher accident rate than cars, and private pilots have the highest rates
among their pilot brethren.
Michelle
That day was CAVU and I wanted the option of going where I pleased.
Additionally, I wasn't instrument rated at the time. But now, since I spent
all that money on the rating, I want to get my money's worth. I'm looking
for clouds now. In fact, I want to fly through them as much as possible and
get annoyed when it's CAVU and I'm flying. Plus, I need as much practice
working within the system as possible to stay safe.
I'm not sure how a flight plan would have prevented an accident. Can you
explain your reasoning behind that conclusion?
How does filing a flight plan equate to professionalism?
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