Originally Posted by
jrs3fk195
Since achieving the “fatal rating” to which I have heard it referred, I have flown with my CFII to build time in the “clag”. I have expressed my concerns to him and he simply tells me to go fly in the clouds alone to build confidence. This is great in theory but in my mental state, fatal in practice.
In summary, I think the best thing I have learned is as follows: Vertigo, much like s*$t happens. What I do to combat those feelings is the ultimate question. I’m a cop full-time / aspiring airline captain. In my current profession I have been consistently trained to “trust your gut and instincts” in every situation. I have had loaded guns pointed at me, and have felt minimal stress in this arena. But the thought of an ILS to minimums fills me with feelings of soiled undergarments. I feel comfortable in saying that I need to override this training with respect to instrument flying.
Thank you to all. If any of you are located near Indianapolis, Indiana please let me know if you would like to fly
First, if you are uncomfortable, DON"T DO IT! This is one of the rare times when I will say your instructor is wrong. Keep flying with an instructor (maybe not your present one) until you feel pretty confident. You are a kid learning to ride a bike: don't take the training wheels off until you are ready.
Second, as a cop, you have learned to trust your piece and your partner. Your aircraft and instruments are you piece and partner. You must learn to trust them. And just like an new partner, it will take time. Don't rush it, but keep working at it.