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My advice as a CFII MEI and AGI (flight instructor) for 30 years, do not fly on those days that are marginal weather or the weather exceeds your or the planes ability. Today I was just informed of the instructor that took me on my first flight in high school is in the ICU after a mishap in a twin Piper. I have left the airport many times opting not to fly due to the weather. This is after checking with the weather service with a decent report by phone. Don't let someone try to change your mind and try to talk you into flying an a marginal day. The last numbers I have from the FAA is the average number of flight hours to get a license (private) is 67 hours and $8300. In my Cessna 170 I charge $145 an hour. It adds up fast and I have seen many people start and quit due to funding or family Issues. There is nothing better than flying on a beautiful day and not much worse than flying in weather on a bad day. Good luck and pick your days.