In this episode, Dave and fellow Genesis instructor Tyler break down the importance of weather briefs in flight training. From decoding METARs and TAFs to using GFAs and local AWOS reports, they share how introducing students to weather right from the first lesson builds confidence and prepares them for real-world flying decisions. Learn why every flight should start with a full brief and how these skills pay off in both training and beyond.
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In this episode, Dave and fellow Genesis instructor Tyler break down the importance of weather briefs in flight training. From decoding METARs and TAFs to using GFAs and local AWOS reports, they share how introducing students to weather right from the first lesson builds confidence and prepares them for real-world flying decisions. Learn why every flight should start with a full brief and how these skills pay off in both training and beyond.
Ep. 1 - From Olympic Dressage to the Flight Deck: Megan Lane’s Journey into Aviation
Becoming A Pilot Podcast
14 minutes
7 months ago
Ep. 1 - From Olympic Dressage to the Flight Deck: Megan Lane’s Journey into Aviation
In our very first episode of Becoming a Pilot, we sit down with Megan Lane, a student pilot at Genesis Flight College whose path to aviation was anything but typical. As a former Olympian in horse dressage, Megan made the decision to pursue a new challenge—learning to fly. She shares what drew her to aviation, the obstacles she’s faced as a student pilot, and what keeps her motivated on this journey. Whether you're considering a career in aviation or just love a great story, this episod...
Becoming A Pilot Podcast
In this episode, Dave and fellow Genesis instructor Tyler break down the importance of weather briefs in flight training. From decoding METARs and TAFs to using GFAs and local AWOS reports, they share how introducing students to weather right from the first lesson builds confidence and prepares them for real-world flying decisions. Learn why every flight should start with a full brief and how these skills pay off in both training and beyond.
