GAFlyer4Fun wrote:When I got my PPL I remember there was an airfield where I was told it was a PFA recommendation to have at least 100 hrs.
I guess it depends how simple or complex an airfield is.
A new pilot will of course be most comfortable in an environment that is as close to home as possible. I trained at a controlled airfield with a long tarmac runway with (often) plenty of crosswind, so I was uncomfortable on uncontrolled airfield with grass after I just got my PPL. For others, it's the other way around.
The number of hours is a very crude measurement: anyone who sticks to the home airfield and only flies in perfect condition won't really be more "experienced" after 100 hours. You only become experienced by stretching your comfort zone little by little: longer flights requiring more planning; shorter stips; complicated airspace; crosswind; otherwise "poor" weather, etc. In my opinion, the best way to do that is to fly with other pilots. Or, of course, an instructor.
Autocorrect is so frustrating. It's always making me say things I didn't Nintendo.