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. 16 – From Dispatch to Instructor: Kate’s Journey at Genesis
Becoming A Pilot Podcast
15 minutes
3 weeks ago
Ep. 16 – From Dispatch to Instructor: Kate’s Journey at Genesis
In this episode, Dave sits down with Kate, a newly minted instructor at Genesis Flight College. Kate shares how she progressed from earning her PPL to completing her CPL, instrument, and multi-engine ratings—all while working in dispatch and around the airport. She talks about the value of networking in aviation, the lessons learned through simulators, and what makes a great flight lesson from both a student and instructor’s perspective.
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.
