When it comes to packing, you do not need to take everything you think you do. You will not use it. You are going to be to too busy enjoying your travels.
You may love to read. It may be something you do to relax before bed. You probably want to take an ereader.
Are you wanting to start doing a lot of flying, you see to get a good backpack. This will let your hands go free.
Take a first aid kit.. Take medicine you might need.. Take band-aids.