# E186 - Are you ready for your SOLO?

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Podcast: [Behind the Prop](https://stenobird.com/podcast/behind-the-prop-1368553)
Published: 2026-01-26T12:00:00+00:00
Episode link: https://www.behindtheprop.com/episodes/e186-are-you-ready-for-your-solo-XDctL8eE
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## Resource

This episode of Behind the Prop dives into what truly makes a student ready to solo, focusing on judgment, consistency, and safety. Bobby Doss and Wally Mulhern explain why knowing when to cancel a solo flight is just as important as knowing how to fly it. They discuss the role of firm personal minimums, thorough preflight inspections, and performance awareness in preventing avoidable mistakes. The conversation also highlights traffic awareness, clear communication, and calm emergency handling in busy training environments. This episode challenges instructors and students alike to move beyond checklists and build real decision-making skills for safe solo flying.

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