But sometimes being older and more experienced helps.  I was on a test run in the AS565 with an older and very experienced flight instructor who was watching every move I made.  It probably did not help that he was one of those old cranks who thinks that women should not fly.  But I’m used to that type.  What did help is that I think safety is more important than anything else.  I did a full IFR flight plan just as I always do.  I went over the WX, I did the full checklist, I did the walkaround, I made sure the fuel cap was secure.  This is more important than some people realise.  I checked the tie downs and tail.  Just as I always do.  Too many pilots are too complacent.  Especially when they have more experience.  Experience has told me to always check the TITS.  Which is a safety acronym and has nothing to do with couture.