This is a really good idea. It's also a really good idea to sit down with
an experienced local glider pilot before flying in or near mountains. You
can get an accurate idea of where to expect downdrafts and rollers.

Seth

"Dudley Henriques" wrote in message
k.net...
This is good advice.
If I had my way, I'd have every student pilot in the world sit down and
have a cup of coffee with an experienced ag pilot as a pre-requsite to the
PPL.
Dudley Henriques

wrote in message
oups.com...
As a pilot who operated off county roads, has made many landings on
freeways and interstate highways, I don't feel uncomfortable doing it.
But, the average pilot doesn't give much thought to the possible
consequences or the hidden dangers. Much more to it than meets the eye.
This was an intentional post to make pilots think and to stir the pot a
little. This includes airplanes and helicopters.
Selway Kid