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The Student Pilot Podcast

The Student Pilot Podcast

By: Almat Flying Academy
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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.© 2026 Almat Flying Academy Ltd Career Success Economics
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  • NPPL vs PPL - Licences Compared | The Student Pilot Podcast #EP45
    Feb 28 2026

    In this episode Claire and Steve talk about the recent licencing changes, the removal of LAPL and how this may affect you as a licenced or student pilot. We also cover the main differences between NPPL and PPL in the UK, for those of you who are considering starting training.


    🎧 Plus: Dont forget to join in our new feature "Aviation Fact Or Fiction".

    🔗 FREE Learn to Fly Guide


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    #StudentPilot #LearnToFly #AviationMotivation #PilotTraining #PPL ✈️

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    18 mins
  • 2026: Realise Your Pilot Goals | The Student Pilot Podcast #EP44
    Jan 18 2026

    In this episode of the Student Pilot Podcast, Simon and Claire talk about how to:

    Get started with flight training, restart after a pause ot refocus if progress feels slow

    We cover the most common reasons students stop flying — time, money, confidence, and momentum — and how to push past them with realistic advice and the right mindset.

    Whether your goal is your first lesson, first solo, or finally earning your licence, this episode is here to remind you:
    👉 The only pilots who don’t make it are the ones who stop showing up.

    🎧 Plus: new podcast features for 2026, including Aviation Fact of the Month, Student Clinic, and Aviation Tip of the Month.

    🔗 FREE Learn to Fly Guide


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    23 mins
  • Threat And Error Management | The Student Pilot Podcast #EP 43
    Jun 27 2025

    ✈️ 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: Threat and Error Management (TEM).

    As a student pilot, you’re constantly juggling new procedures, weather decisions, airspace awareness, and aircraft control. So how do you stay ahead of the curve and make safe decisions under pressure? That’s where TEM comes in.

    We’ll cover:
    ✅ What Threat and Error Management really means
    ✅ How student pilots can spot potential threats before they escalate
    ✅ Real-world examples of common errors and how to manage them
    ✅ Building the mindset of a proactive, safety-conscious pilot

    Whether you're just starting out or approaching your skills test, this episode is packed with practical advice to help you fly smarter and safer.

    🛩️ Subscribe and join us on your journey from student to certified pilot!

    🎧 Available on all major podcast platforms.

    Join the Almat Flying Academy community and let's take flight together. Subscribe to our channel, hit that notification bell, and stay tuned for exciting updates, aviation tips, and incredible flying adventures! Prefer to download / listen? Available on all popular podcast platforms including itunes and Spotify.

    Ready to embark on your aviation adventure? Contact us today to schedule your first flight or inquire about our training programs and aircraft rental.

    Phone: 02477 220 399
    Email: customerservice@almat.co.uk
    Website: https://almat.co.uk/

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    #StudentPilot #FlightTraining #PilotPodcast #ThreatAndErrorManagement #AviationSafety #PrivatePilot #LearnToFly #PilotInTraining

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    19 mins
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