First Solo Flight! Mountain Flying! I was AFRAID! Here's what I did wrong!

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This video details a pilot's challenging yet ultimately successful first cross-country solo flight in a 1963 Piper PA-28-180. The pilot recounts the extensive pre-flight planning using paper charts, the initial difficulties encountered due to an unset altimeter, and the stress of navigating unfamiliar mountain terrain while maintaining communication with air traffic control. The project highlights the importance of thorough preparation, diligent adherence to checklists, and the critical lessons learned from facing and overcoming in-flight errors.