The Student Pilot Podcast

Oct 05 2024 38 ep. 24 mins 24
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My name is Simon Kalas, a UK flight school owner. Each week myself and my guests aim to inspire, motivate and support student pilots to achieving their goals of becoming a Private or Commercial Pilot. We discuss, warts and all, what it takes to learn to fly and beyond, sharing our experiences from our team and guests.

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Talking sustainable flight training with Kerry Wilmot | The Student Pilot Podcast #EP 37

Oct 05 2024 37 mins  
In this episode we talk to Kerry Wilmot from Neboair about sustainable flight training and what the future of flight training may look like. We also talk about the Pipistrel range of aircraft, specifically the Velis Electro, the first certified electric training aircraft to the UK market.Kerry also talks about her work with Giraffes On Tour and Great Ormond Street Hospital.If you w

Warning - Don't compare your journey to others! | The Student Pilot Podcast #EP36

Mar 31 2024 19 mins  
Whilst it may be human nature to compare our progress to others, it can be counterproductive.We talk about why others journeys to becoming a licensed pilot can be vastly from your own. The key take away, is to focus on your progress and improvement, but celebrate others wins.If you would like to support the channel, you can via Buy Me A Coffee. We appreciate your support.We also ha

Aviation Acronyms & Mnemonics | The Student Pilot Podcast #EP35

Mar 03 2024 17 mins  
Learning the Acronyms & Mnemonics within aviation can be arduous, so we are creating a series to debunk the most common ones.If you would like to support the channel, you can via Buy Me A Coffee. We appreciate your support.We also have some FREE items to help you:Get our FREE learn to fly guide - 24 pages jam packed full of information you NEED to read before starting training.

What Flight Equipment Do I Need? | The Student Pilot Podcast #EP34

Feb 02 2024 3 mins  
One of the things overlooked when first starting flight training, is flight equipment.We go over what the minimum level of equipment required for PPL and LAPL, plus some optional Items. We cover when to get your equipment, how much it costs and where to get it from.If you would like to support the channel, you can via Buy Me A Coffee. We appreciate your support.Some useful links he

HNY 2024 Your Student Pilot Motivation | The Student Pilot Podcast #EP33

Jan 03 2024 26 mins  
Happy New Year! We discuss your motivation as a student pilot, and how the New Year can provide a good time to reflect and re focus, to make better progress in the year ahead.If you would like to support the channel, you can via Buy Me A Coffee. We appreciate your support.We discuss the following:1.Where to start if you haven't yet started flight training2.When is the best time to

Engineer, Airline Pilot And Author - A Fascinating Career | The Student Pilot Podcast #EP32

Dec 16 2023 19 mins  
On this episode we talk to Steve Ford about abut his fascinating aviation career, spanning several decades. From being inspired by his father as a young boy, he shares how his career evolved from engineer, to pilot, test pilot and more recently a published author.If you would like to support the channel, you can via Buy Me A Coffee. We appreciate your support.Watch here:https://you

Navigating ATPL's Part Time | The Student Pilot Podcast #EP31

Nov 18 2023 25 mins  
Phil Thomas, a former Almat student gives us some feedback on how he passed the ATPL exams on a part time basis, whilst in full time work.He shares some practical advice and tips to help you get through your ATPL's.If you would like to support the channel, you can via Buy Me A Coffee. We appreciate your support.Watch here: https: https://youtu.be/469ex_eODl8If you would like to sup

Instructor Takeover - Perfect Your Circuits |The Student Pilot Podcast #30

Nov 04 2023 32 mins  
As a new feature of the podcast, "Instructor Take Over" episodes feature instructors on our team. This week we invite our Coventry chief flying instructor Claire onto the show, to talk about how you can improve your circuits, giving you safer and more consistent landings as a result.If you would like to support the channel, you can via Buy Me A Coffee. We appreciate your support.Wa

Flight Training On Credit - Good Or Bad Idea?| Episode #29

Oct 21 2023 12 mins  
This week we discuss financing your PPL / LAPL and give you some pros and cons about using credit for training.Please note: this is not financial advice and you should do your own research before considering taking out any form of credit.If you would like to support the channel, you can via Buy Me A Coffee. We appreciate your support.FAST TRACK OFFER 2023This years fast track price

PPL Before Integrated - A Distinct Advantage? The Student Pilot Podcast #28

Sep 30 2023 35 mins  
In this episode I talk to former PPL student at Almat Flying Academy Cain Goodhand. He is now licensed, recently completed his integrated training and is preparing for a career in commercial aviation. He tells us his experiences going into integrated with a PPL compared to those that don't.If you would like to support the channel, you can via Buy Me A Coffee. We appreciate your sup