Good thread - Thanks Shack for sharing your insights...I now understand why my last CFI had been at it for 6 years. I don't think he had it in him to take that next step and leave his comfort zone behind...Its a shame really - looking back anything out of the ordinary and he would start to freak out and take control...I was more relaxed and learned more on my solo flights in the KSAC , yolo county, and sac international areas.
-LAFF