Thanks for your comments. I am not talking about carrying all kinds of
survival equipment or radios etc.. Even the minimalist list includes
items such as a chart, pen, notepad, flashlight, headset, spare
batteries.... My students often misplace these items on a xc flight.
Its worse at night. It just adds to the cockpit clutter. I can find
over a dozen items if I look under the seat. There ought to be a better
way.