Ep. 1 - From Olympic Dressage to the Flight Deck: Megan Lane’s Journey into Aviation

Update: 2025-03-18

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In our very first episode of Becoming a Pilot, we sit down with Megan Lane, a student pilot at Genesis Flight College whose path to aviation was anything but typical. As a former Olympian in horse dressage, Megan made the decision to pursue a new challenge—learning to fly.

She shares what drew her to aviation, the obstacles she’s faced as a student pilot, and what keeps her motivated on this journey. Whether you're considering a career in aviation or just love a great story, this episode is one you won’t want to miss!

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Ep. 1 - From Olympic Dressage to the Flight Deck: Megan Lane’s Journey into Aviation

2025-03-1814:13

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Ep. 1 - From Olympic Dressage to the Flight Deck: Megan Lane’s Journey into Aviation

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Ep. 1 - From Olympic Dressage to the Flight Deck: Megan Lane’s Journey into Aviation

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Ep. 1 - From Olympic Dressage to the Flight Deck: Megan Lane’s Journey into Aviation