On 05/02/08 05:12, tj wrote:
Hello,

I just began flight training and had a similar problem with steering on the
ground.

My guy says left hand on your knee and right on the throttle.
It is too easy to wind up going too fast, especially when you are new. (for
me anyway) give it a little gas to move the plane then have your hand on the
throttle to adjust speed.

Just remember that while these are good tactics for getting used to controlling
direction with the rudder pedals, you don't want to make this a permanent
habit. You'll generally need one hand on the yoke/stick to apply proper control
deflections for any cross winds that may be blowing across your taxi route.

This will come a little later in your training.

Best Regards,


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Mark Hansen, PP-ASEL, Instrument Airplane, USUA Ultralight Pilot
Cal Aggie Flying Farmers
Sacramento, CA