Tonight I had a "Phase Check," with our chief flight instructor, Richard. I also wanted to learn the most efficient way to use the GPS to make approaches, and Richard is quite an expert at using the KLN-89b. We did several GPS approaches, some partial panel work, and finished off the evening with an ILS approach.

All went pretty well, considering that the winds were horrible and the air was roiled with turbulence. In fact, heading north, I broke my ground-speed record with just shy of 150 kts on the GPS (about a 50 kt tailwind.)

So now it's official. He says I'm ready for my FAA Check ride!