S2E57 - Crack the Code: Mastering METARs for Drone Missions in Minutes

In this Season 2 bonus episode 57 of Sky Commander Academy, we take a focused, hands-on dive into decoding METARs — the aviation weather reports every serious drone pilot must understand. METARs aren’t just for airline captains — they’re a legal and operational tool for Advanced RPAS pilots flying near controlled airspace or in complex weather.

If you’ve ever looked at a METAR string and felt lost, this episode is your breakthrough moment.

You’ll learn:

• What each part of a METAR means — decoded line by line

• How to interpret wind, visibility, ceiling, weather conditions, and cloud cover

• What "RMK", "AUTO", and "BECMG" really mean in a Canadian context

• How to quickly assess fly/no-fly conditions with real-world examples

• What weather codes Transport Canada will test you on — and how to remember them

• Simple memory tricks to boost your exam performance and mission prep confidence

• BONUS: How to translate METARs into operational decisions in the field

Whether you’re prepping for the Advanced RPAS Certificate or building pre-flight routines that save your drone (and your job), this episode will make you fluent in METAR — fast.

🎧 Available now on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and all major platforms
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