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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.© 2025 Almat Flying Academy Ltd Career Success Economics
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  • Are you flying illegally? | The Student Pilot Podcast #EP42
    Apr 27 2025

    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 day passenger rule, for those taking passengers.

    We hope you find this helpful!

    Blues skies and safe flying everyone!


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    11 mins
  • Your First Solo! | The Student Pilot Podcast #EP41
    Feb 16 2025

    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 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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    16 mins
  • EP40 Licencing Changes Coming? | The Student Pilot Podcast
    Jan 27 2025

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

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

    At Almat Flying Academy, aviation is our passion, and safety is our priority. Our flight instructors bring a wealth of experience, and some of them hold ATPLs (Airline Transport Pilot Licences) and currently work for airlines. This real-world expertise ensures that your training is not only comprehensive but also aligned with industry standards.

    Get Our FREE Learn to Fly Guides

    If you are looking to learn to fly or have started already but feel you haven't got all of the information you need, we have FREE Learn to Fly Guides for PPL / LAPL, Flight Instructors and Commercial Pilots. These include detailed information on the training process and realistic budgeting. So they are useful wherever you choose to train. Get them here - https://almat.co.uk/product-category/learn-to-fly/

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    15 mins
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