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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. 

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