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● RDT COMM ·D4ddysSlutj3ss34 ·June 12, 2026 ·17:28Z

First solo went well, but my landings were way shakier than I expected

A pilot completed their first solo flight in a Cessna 172, executing a smooth takeoff but encountering challenges during the landing phase. The landing resulted in a heavy touchdown with oscillation along the centerline, though the aircraft did not bounce. The instructor noted such experiences are typical when adapting to the aircraft's changed weight distribution without a passenger aboard.
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