In this episode, host Dave Angus sits down with Geoff Hayes, Program Director at Genesis Flight College, to break down the key differences between the Integrated ATPL and Cadet programs. They discuss how each pathway prepares students for airline careers, the impact of emerging simulator technology on training, and what prospective pilots should consider when choosing their route to the cockpit.
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In this episode, host Dave Angus sits down with Geoff Hayes, Program Director at Genesis Flight College, to break down the key differences between the Integrated ATPL and Cadet programs. They discuss how each pathway prepares students for airline careers, the impact of emerging simulator technology on training, and what prospective pilots should consider when choosing their route to the cockpit.
Ep. 17 – Weather Briefing Basics: Building Confidence from Day One
Becoming A Pilot Podcast
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1 month ago
Ep. 17 – Weather Briefing Basics: Building Confidence from Day One
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.
Becoming A Pilot Podcast
In this episode, host Dave Angus sits down with Geoff Hayes, Program Director at Genesis Flight College, to break down the key differences between the Integrated ATPL and Cadet programs. They discuss how each pathway prepares students for airline careers, the impact of emerging simulator technology on training, and what prospective pilots should consider when choosing their route to the cockpit.
