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    Got my PPL in my Icon

    Well after one year (lots of work travel) of owning my Icon, I have completed my PPL. It was not easy finding a CFI in Eastern TN and a DPE willing to use it for my check ride but that is all behind me now... I am feeling quite happy!!!! It had been 22 years since I last flew my ultralight. I am enjoying my Icon more and more.
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    Congrats Michel!!!
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    Thanks! Nice to have my wings unclipped...
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    With the night time and 10,000 feet limitation I’d still be stuck in Vacaville.
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    Congratulations! Michel!! Welcome to the club! The water is warm!
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    Congrats Michel!
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    That is really cool! well done
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    Congratulations! I am working on the same goal. Who did you find for your checkride in your Icon? I am in Charlotte area NC….
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    I asked Ryan Hile to complete my Checkride. He was great. He is talking to Andy about becoming an IAFI. You may need to come to Knoxville!
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    Congrats Michel! a lot of hard work realized!
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    Awesome. Will you provide his contact info for me. Knoxville…..here we come!!!
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    Ryan Hile - DPE Land & Sea - Seaplane School Owner - 865-253-4490
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    Thank you Michel!
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    Congrats Michel! I did the PPL check ride in my Icon as well.... definitely the way to go!

    Edward Shipman ([email protected]) actually travelled to Austin for the check ride. Rate was reasonable and he was awesome. He is a United Captain and former seaplane commercial pilot....I highly recommend Ed if you're looking to get the PPL in your Icon.
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    Congrats Troy!
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    Congrats! I'm going try and convince my wife to get her license in it too!
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    The Icon is such a GREAT plane to learn to fly in! Good luck!
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    Way to go! Slowly build your skills and confidence. Enjoy!
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    Congrats! Well done.
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    I'm late to the party, but congrats!

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