Let’s be honest guys, being fit and healthy as an airline pilot can be a challenge. Dealing with low humidity, disturbed sleep rhythms, fast food, fatigue and little to no exercise. Combine them and it’s a heart attack waiting to happen. This is exactly why, especially as an airline pilot, you should take care of your health. It all startsContinue reading
Gifts for Pilots & Aviation Enthusiasts – 2020
You might be wondering, what sort of gifts pilots like or appreciate? With Christmas approaching I figured it is the right time to offer some advice! Coming up with gifts for people can be time consuming and difficult. Especially if you are dealing with a pilot you might find yourself in a bit of a pickle. Pilots often have aContinue reading
Become An Airline Pilot eBook – Bestseller
On the 18th of June 2018 I published my Become An Airline Pilot eBook. During the last 18 months it became apparent that it’s loved by many! We received awesome feedback and thought an article about the eBook was long over due. So, are you dreaming of becoming an airline pilot but don’t know how to achieve that goal? IContinue reading
Aviation Headsets for Pilots – 2020 Review
Aviation headsets, another essential piece of equipment for any pilot. Unfortunately, aviation headsets for pilots are quite expensive and since you will most likely use them on a daily basis it is important to review your options. You don’t want to waste your money, do you? Hence, this article! I will be your guide and explain the basics and whatContinue reading
Medical For Pilots – The Requirements
Medical for pilots and the requirements. Height requirements, weight requirements, wearing glasses, being color blind or having diabetes. In this article, I discuss what a Class 1 medical consists of and cover all of the medical requirements to become a commercial (airline) pilot. This article is based on the EASA and FAA regulations. Keep in mind that any flight schoolContinue reading
How a Pilot Packs For A Weekend Trip – Travel Tips!
Packing and unpacking my suitcase on a daily basis goes hand in hand with my life as an airline pilot. Most layovers take 2 or 3 days and can be compared with a weekend trip. In this blog post I will tell you how I pack for a weekend trip and provide you with some tips and tricks as well.Continue reading