Would you like her or him to be able to “hold” the aircraft, to find the nearest airfield, do the radio calls, join join the circuit and land the aircraft safely.
If the answer is YES than perhaps you like your partner to join the Safety Pilot Coursedesigned by the Air Adventure Flying Club.
In 8 hours your partner will be able to deal with just that.Maintain the aircraft in a straight and level flight, turn, descend and climb.
Joining a busy circuit or “hold” west – east of the airfieldDo the radio calls and ask for help. Understand to operate the radio, reading a map, operate the GPS… basically pick up the pieces from you to ensure your flight is safe in case of an emergency.