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Jun 2023
45m 59s

Learning to Fly

Chelsea Adams, Kate Day
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Welcome, aviation enthusiasts! Today, we soar and explore the lifelong pursuit of learning known as piloting. Join us as we unravel the intricate process of obtaining a private pilot's license, from the first exhilarating moments of taking control of a small aircraft to the meticulous training required to navigate the skies with confidence as a commercial airline pilot. Tune in for a special guest appearance from a seasoned aviator who has spent more than 40 years in the cockpit. 

Don't miss our roundup of the latest education news headlines, "Fill in the Blank" trivia segment, and discussion of a special resource on literacy instruction for K-12 public schools in America.

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