The Student Pilot Podcast

✈️ Episode 43 – Threat and Error Management (TEM) for Student Pilots 🎙️ Welcome back to The Student Pilot Podcast! In this episode, we dive into one of the most important but often overlooked topics in flight training...

In this episode we talk with Steve Mason about if you maybe flying illegally, and not even realise it! We go through whats required to keep legal in terms of currency, for a UK PPL and LAPL licences, including the 90...

Myself and Claire talk about the First Solo flight during PPL and LAPL training. What to expect, when it may happen, some tips to make it easier and we also reflect on our own First Solo Experiences. Join the Almat...

In this episode myself and Steve Mason talk about the proposed licencing changes that may come into play in 2025. This is a must watch if you are currently training or already hold a valid licence. Ready to embark on...

In this episode myself and Claire talk about the importance of completing the theory exams in a timely manner and the potential trap you can fall into if you don't. Strap in, this episode could save you money! Resources...

In this episode our friend from the USA Chris Gregory interviews Simon on Chris's podcast Final Approach. During the podcast we discuss my journey to becoming a private pilot, the reasons why I quit 3 times along the...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...