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. 9 – Why Aircraft Matter: Training Smarter with the Diamond Fleet
Becoming A Pilot Podcast
12 minutes
4 months ago
Ep. 9 – Why Aircraft Matter: Training Smarter with the Diamond Fleet
In this episode of The Becoming a Pilot Podcast, host Dave Angus and instructor Tyler dive into the real-world advantages of learning to fly in modern aircraft—specifically the Diamond DA20, DA40, and DA42. They explore how advanced avionics, seamless fleet integration, and consistent cockpit layouts can accelerate your learning, boost safety, and better prepare you for airline careers. From ergonomic seating and G1000 familiarity to how these planes compare to Cessnas and Cirrus models in a ...
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.
