On 12/15/2005 14:18, Jose wrote:

Of course I realize it will be harder to do in actual conditions, but
it sure would go a long way toward showing why were doing all that in
the first place ;-)

It's easier in actual. The hood artificially limits one's attention,
and while that's good for training, in real life it's much more open
without it. (plus you can check the compass).

Well, I checked the compass anyway (don't tell my CFII :-) )


Coming up from Florida in a Dakota, reaching Cleveland at night after
flying on top and dodging CBs, getting a popup approach clearance (I was
on FF the whole time), going into the overcast at 4 and popping out at
ILS minimums with the lights leading the rest of the way.... that's why
we do it.

Jose

It really sounds great. I can't wait to become a member of the 'actual'
club.

--
Mark Hansen, PP-ASEL, Instrument Airplane
Sacramento, CA