THREE DAYS AS AN AIRLINE PILOT w/special guest CAPTAIN CHRIS

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  • čas přidán 6. 06. 2024
  • Join me for three days behind the scenes as an airline pilot with special guest, Captain Chris.
    Music by @epidemicsound
    Socials:
    / mylayoverlife
    / mylayoverlife
    My Gear
    Main Camera: Sony ZV-1 MII
    Shotgun Mic: Rode VideoMicro
    Wireless Mic: DJI Mic 2
    Drone: DJI Mini 3 Pro
    Light: Aperture MC
    Chapters:
    00:00 Intro
    00:26 But first, coffee
    01:10 MSP-EWR
    02:40 Killing Time
    03:27 EWR-LHR
    04:02 Why London is so junior
    05:36 Train to Richmond
    06:28 Pilot in pubs talking planes
    22:06 LHR-EWR
    22:49 767 Crew rest tour
    24:13 EWR-MSP
    25:15 Jiu-Jitsu
    26:16 Bloopers and BTS

Komentáře • 343

  • @brettsbaker
    @brettsbaker Před 26 dny +56

    Paul, just want to say finding your CZcams channel has lowkey been one of my best online finds of the year. Not only are you an airline pilot, but you’ve become an excellent storyteller. Both of which are exceedingly cool, but it’s the amount of heart, with a dose of vulnerability & optimism, that you do it with that, for me, makes it must see viewing. This is a long way about saying thanks for sharing a bit of your experience with us. All the best!

  • @CptFritz
    @CptFritz Před 26 dny +63

    Probably your best vlog so far, originally came for the scheduling stuff you showed in your videos but stayed for the travel vlogs or the conversations like in this vid!

  • @brandonthedeaf
    @brandonthedeaf Před 25 dny +13

    “I’m proud of you and don’t forget to believe.” Man, that was powerful. Thank you.

  • @TheChosenOnelive
    @TheChosenOnelive Před 26 dny +19

    Paul, it is evident in your work the amount time and heart that is put in to each video. Thank you for taking us on your story, your work is so beautiful.

  • @iangammon151
    @iangammon151 Před 26 dny +78

    “Pilots in pubs getting a pint”

    • @mylayoverlife
      @mylayoverlife  Před 26 dny +10

      Yesss. Although I don’t drink beer. 😂

    • @iangammon151
      @iangammon151 Před 26 dny

      @@mylayoverlife still got you “pilots pub and a pimm’s cup”

    • @martinconner6302
      @martinconner6302 Před 26 dny

      Hello i've been following you on utube,do you ever post your flights before hand,so i can follow you on flight radar. Thanks.

    • @loucuevas3867
      @loucuevas3867 Před 25 dny +1

      My 52 years in aviation is coming to an end in two months. I still love it. I’ll stay in it by following you. Thanks for your channel.

    • @DONSTRAPZALOT
      @DONSTRAPZALOT Před 24 dny

      @@martinconner6302 this would be unlikely mate as it can pose a safety risk

  • @user-zc2vf1ip7u
    @user-zc2vf1ip7u Před 21 dnem +7

    I just got hired by southwest in Austin as a customer service representative. I been in the industry 5 years with other airlines and I love it . Captain you really inspire me and I’d love to meet you over food and drinks sometime

  • @craigsteelx
    @craigsteelx Před 24 dny +10

    Captain Chris is a legend. Always responds to me on instagram. So engaging, so genuine. I’m also stealing “Aviate, Navigate, Be Nice”. I’ll be teaching that to all my students. Thanks as always Paul for the incredible content.

  • @randyfiles9980
    @randyfiles9980 Před 2 dny +1

    As a long-time fan, I can honestly say your content is great and getting even better!!

  • @zach9373
    @zach9373 Před 26 dny +9

    Your talent at storytelling makes these so enjoyable to watch. I only have a PPL but this is the kind of stuff I always dreamed of when I started my training.

  • @StevenAbernathy-km6gq
    @StevenAbernathy-km6gq Před 22 dny +2

    I just found your channel today. My father was an Eastern Airlines/US Air pilot for 30 years. I am 48 and home bound due to health issues. It’s easy to get depressed in my condition. However, your videos are really lifting my spirit. Thank you!

  • @r0mani4k89
    @r0mani4k89 Před 6 dny +1

    I've been watching you since under 1000 Subs.... I am proud of YOU!!

  • @flo3467
    @flo3467 Před 16 dny +10

    Just a little hint: Don't explain why you didn't film your vacation! No need to justify, vacation and family time are more than valid reasons for you to not make content. When you post the next video, we'll be here waiting. Greetings from a European colleague 🙂

  • @lndrvrus
    @lndrvrus Před 26 dny +8

    I feel like I had a seat at the table eating fish n chips and was part of the conversation. Thank you Paul for this content and introducing Capt Chris to those of us that don't follow him on IG. Cheers to more adventures.

  • @hazelsmith3897
    @hazelsmith3897 Před 26 dny +14

    I have been waiting for this since you posted it on Instagram. ❤❤❤

  • @the_wonk
    @the_wonk Před 26 dny +12

    Love this, Captain Chris should have his own YT Channel!

  • @JJB_12371
    @JJB_12371 Před 26 dny +7

    Just a brilliant video - thank you for the inspiration!

  • @safferms
    @safferms Před 10 dny +1

    Paul, my second comment on
    this vid. Sadly, Ted Lasso's not available here in EU where I am. Because you mentioned this series, I DL'd it and watched S1 thru 3 in two days. I LOVED IT! Great suggestion! Thanx.

  • @cher_blue_chavez
    @cher_blue_chavez Před 26 dny +13

    I absolutely love your content. I am DEN based FA for United and I am pretty junior. I just started flying last year as a second career! Your vlogs make me remember to have fun and be my authentic self, so thank you!

  • @imzeus3865
    @imzeus3865 Před 22 dny +1

    Paul, I recently found your channel and have spent countless hours watching your vlogs. I am addicted. You seem to be a really genuine person who would be fun to fly with. I love how you spend your layovers and how you include your crews on the outings. Them wanting to go with you speaks volumes. I really enjoyed this one! You are a guy that it would be a pleasure to sit down and talk over drinks. Keep up the fantastic job!

  • @Chrysalis927
    @Chrysalis927 Před 26 dny +1

    Always on the move Captain, it’s absolutely fascinating watching your content! Very well put together. Thanks for always taking us along the ride!!

  • @IrishDave
    @IrishDave Před 26 dny +5

    As someone from Ireland living in the US, please do a VLOG on Shannon. There's so much to see around there, I know people in County Clare and would gladly connect you with them.

  • @danielmantovani272
    @danielmantovani272 Před 26 dny +2

    Man, what an immeasurable conversation! Very good to see the connections that the world of aviation can bring, as always an excellent video!

  • @jasonchimes8838
    @jasonchimes8838 Před 21 dnem +2

    Great video Paul loved it. Welcome to the United Kingdom 🇬🇧

  • @ianhiles8706
    @ianhiles8706 Před 26 dny +1

    What a great video and some great discussion ... Two absolute legends on social media ... and two genuinely nice guys that you hope will fly you somewhere and you get the chance to shake their hand at the end of the flight ... Thank you !

  • @JamesAeroScotland
    @JamesAeroScotland Před 22 dny +1

    Paul, sincere thanks from a very happy Scotsman, your channel brings me such joy!
    Keep up the good work. ✈️🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿

  • @amfwelsh
    @amfwelsh Před 26 dny +1

    Absolutely love this. Two interesting guys having a chat. I also love that flight into Newark.

  • @outdoorlightingdesigns762

    Good morning Paul, this is Rodrigo, we met a few times at EWR, looking forward to this video.
    Thanks for your great work.

  • @DiamondOrPoor78
    @DiamondOrPoor78 Před 26 dny +3

    Really high production quality on this one, loving the longer video aswell!!

  • @MustJetContrails
    @MustJetContrails Před 26 dny +1

    Great conversation with Capt. Chris, Paul. Your videos continue to impress me (and the general/flying public!), and I’m sure inspire many. Also, your PA announcements with the iconic 76 cockpit sound still give me chills. ❤🔥👌🏼✈️🛬

  • @c.j.morrison1386
    @c.j.morrison1386 Před 26 dny +1

    Hi Paul, great to see another great video! Always appreciate the insight that you’re able to provide. I wanted to let you know how much of an inspiration you have been to me! I will actually be going to St.Paul for my commercial rating at the end of June. Content like yours is what has kept me going chasing the dream! Thanks again!

  • @patriciafuchs5970
    @patriciafuchs5970 Před 26 dny +4

    Nice to see you back.

  • @bpa1055
    @bpa1055 Před 26 dny +1

    Excellent as usual!

  • @runarandersen878
    @runarandersen878 Před 25 dny +1

    It is something with London, that makes you go back. I have been there many times and keep returning as well. It is expensive, but still.
    It is also a city that can attract people with different interests, can do completely different things and have a good time.

  • @jaypearsonohio
    @jaypearsonohio Před 15 dny

    Love your bloopers! Also, we'll be doing the Ted Lasso tour at the end of June. Really looking forward to that.

  • @planely1263
    @planely1263 Před 15 dny

    It is sooo amazingly beautiful to listen to you chatting away in this pub. So many truths, so many stories untold...

  • @marv703
    @marv703 Před 25 dny +2

    What a great video! I enjoyed your little chat with captain Chris so much! It was very inspiring. The storytelling was also great! Keep it up!

  • @mamaloveshercats
    @mamaloveshercats Před 26 dny +1

    Appreciate this new video!! (I appreciate all of your video!! 😃😃)

  • @stevetimmons3293
    @stevetimmons3293 Před 25 dny +1

    Love your content! Informative, interesting, and inspiring. Keep up the great work!

  • @erickbanos6864
    @erickbanos6864 Před 26 dny +2

    So inspiring…. Thank you captain!

  • @SUSIEB0812
    @SUSIEB0812 Před 24 dny +1

    Hi Capt Paul👋🏼I’m always excited to see where you’re taking us next on CZcams! And you never disappoint…loved this video! Sending much love to you & your sweet family! 💕💕💕

  • @lonnieann8536
    @lonnieann8536 Před 26 dny +5

    Pilots, Pints & Planes.
    Love your videos!!!

  • @andrewholsapple407
    @andrewholsapple407 Před 21 dnem +1

    I think a video based on your personal thoughts on managing difficult situations in life would be awesome! You have a lot of people that look up to you, including me! It would make it interpersonal and give us a good feel to how you handle things (on or off the aircraft) I’m thinking more like personal matters such as maybe, loss, relationships, just something in the realm of that! Either way, another great video! 😊

  • @Jose-we5cj
    @Jose-we5cj Před 26 dny

    Always a pleasure watching your videos, Sr. Thanks for sharing.

  • @diskolilfinesse6520
    @diskolilfinesse6520 Před 25 dny +2

    thank you so much for this I'm 27 currently looking to become a pilot, this video gave me so much inspiration

  • @frankfarrelly5215
    @frankfarrelly5215 Před 25 dny +1

    Great video Paul and as always from the heart and meaningful. Hope one day we cross paths safe travels ✈️

  • @sammilburn445
    @sammilburn445 Před 26 dny +3

    this was such a good watch and such a nice little break from studying during ground school. just makes the future seme even more exciting

  • @smgebrov
    @smgebrov Před 26 dny +2

    Always great to see you back

  • @vbnvufiufkvkjh
    @vbnvufiufkvkjh Před 26 dny +2

    The way you narrate these makes all the difference! I really love your videos.

  • @ML66B
    @ML66B Před 26 dny +1

    Your videos always put a smile on my face Paul!

  • @splayn302
    @splayn302 Před 26 dny

    Thanks for the awesome video. Looking forward to more!

  • @FTWciaran
    @FTWciaran Před 21 dnem +1

    Fantastic video and a great conversation with Captain Chris. Really enjoyed.

  • @natainomn7103
    @natainomn7103 Před 26 dny +1

    what an amazing video and experiences from you guys to hear as an aspiring pilot!

  • @Frank4202
    @Frank4202 Před 26 dny

    Love your videos man. The editing feels like I’m watching a high production program! Well done.

  • @flyboyben9220
    @flyboyben9220 Před 26 dny

    Great vid Paul!!

  • @williammacdonald1987
    @williammacdonald1987 Před 25 dny +1

    Yes mate been waiting ages for yiur next video

  • @BeeHus2256
    @BeeHus2256 Před 26 dny +1

    So happy to log in and see a new video from you! I really enjoy your content. Thank you for sharing. ❤️

  • @lebobo4532
    @lebobo4532 Před 24 dny

    Next year I'll try the ENAC exam to have the luck to attend to the all-paid public airline pilot training here in France. Will be tough yet I'm still fighting more than ever and this thanks to you and people like Chris. You're giving hope to thousands of teens worldwide like me and you gather us around aviation, hope and all the passion we share for this wonderful industry. So thanks for the video and the talk with Chris, it was amazing and just continue to make us dream cap :)

  • @American787
    @American787 Před 25 dny +1

    Thank you, Paul for giving us such a wonderful insight to your life as a pilot. It really gives me motivation to become a pilot when when I see the beautiful experiences you have (besides the fact that I love flying)! I took my discovery flight yesterday and I loved every second of it! Thanks for inspiring me and many others to become pilots.

  • @perockus2965
    @perockus2965 Před 25 dny +1

    Can't help but feel good when I watch your videos.

  • @DONSTRAPZALOT
    @DONSTRAPZALOT Před 25 dny +3

    I spent my £150,000 in 2011 to get my frozen ATPL, I then waited over 10 years to land my first job flying passenger Jets, no matter how long the wait just BELIEVE, it will ALL BE WORTH IT!!!! ✈️✈️❤️❤️❤️

  • @EcoFlightAttendant
    @EcoFlightAttendant Před 5 dny

    another airline employee here- just wanted to say how impressed I am by the number of shots and quality editing you have done to tell a story. I know how dang difficult it is, especially when you're working and rushing through airports, and I have to say your video not only inspires me, but makes me not want to give up on my YT journey. Quick q- do you carry around a full sized tripod? again thank you for the great content, I can definitely see how much work you put into your videos ✈

    • @mylayoverlife
      @mylayoverlife  Před 4 dny +1

      I don’t generally carry a full tripod unless I know I’m going to use it, like when I recorded the interview with Captain Chris.

  • @satpreetsodhi
    @satpreetsodhi Před 24 dny

    One more thing I forgot to add. You as a person are so inspirational. You have the ability to motivate people. I love what you said. " Being the best version of yourself" Grest piece of advice. And just as you are proud of us, we too are proud of you, who you are. Stay the way you are! And you are so right; BELIEVE!!

  • @welcometomylife6478
    @welcometomylife6478 Před 26 dny +2

    I wanna be like you when I grow up!! Love ALL your content! Blue skies...

  • @tunetales_
    @tunetales_ Před 26 dny +1

    Adore Captain Chris!

  • @smXXVI
    @smXXVI Před 24 dny

    Great video! I look at every jet that flies overhead and often think about how challengingly rewarding a career in aviation would be!

  • @TrinityDivine68
    @TrinityDivine68 Před 25 dny +4

    Success isn't about wins or losses but rather being the best version of yourself - @ My Layover life ( Paul) well said ❤- Sir!

  • @jmcmillen19
    @jmcmillen19 Před 21 dnem +1

    I will never miss the pandemic. I was blessed (Ramp agent for a major US Carrier) that I didnt have to take a furlough. But I just remember how quiet the ramp was at times (and I work in SEA) I remember getting excited for 40 bags, or 50 bags on an A321 then the 40/50 finally turned to 70/80 then 90/100 then bam most of our guys were coming back and we were 120-130 bags. Now with the boats back we are happy when its 120 bags (most flighfs 150-180) thank you pax for coming back

  • @toddwhite7752
    @toddwhite7752 Před 24 dny +1

    Not a pilot but love seeing how pilots do there jobs and your fun adventures...Was always nervous about flying till i found your channel...SKOL VIKINGS

  • @14859hnl
    @14859hnl Před 25 dny +1

    Gosh your videos are just SO good. Positive, inspiring, and full of great content. Also love the outtakes!

  • @Gigikkp
    @Gigikkp Před 21 dnem +1

    Really enjoyed your conversation with Captain Chris!

  • @lyndaplancarte4895
    @lyndaplancarte4895 Před 26 dny +1

    As always very interesting and enjoyable. Like the new "hair"!...looks sharp!!

  • @lindash38
    @lindash38 Před 25 dny +1

    Nicely produced video, Paul! Love your content and passion for aviation!

  • @matkodoris9099
    @matkodoris9099 Před 26 dny +1

    Lovely video, Captain.

  • @johnmurphy6475
    @johnmurphy6475 Před 26 dny +1

    Always love watching your videos

  • @crazy_cat_house_3
    @crazy_cat_house_3 Před 16 dny

    Thank you so much for sharing your pilot life ✈️ All of us in the back of the plane are curious about the *glam* life of the pilots 🎉Wow, you guys are just like the rest of us 😮

  • @CraigZeigler
    @CraigZeigler Před 25 dny

    Being a pilot is so very rewarding and many who are working through their journey using mainly creativity and learning how to live as cheaply as possible. I started my journey when I was in my late 30s and am still doing my main career. Flight lessons are crazy expensive, solo time as a rental is also crazy expensive but its worth it. $200/hr for the plane, plus $60/hr for the CFI.

  • @gear_up_guy
    @gear_up_guy Před 26 dny +1

    “be nice” great advice!

  • @ecbrandt1
    @ecbrandt1 Před 26 dny +2

    One of the best vidz - As allways, if flying over Greenland, feel free to give us a shout at Nuuk Information. We are the ANSP for BGGL FIR, even though its for flights below FL195, we love to chat with you guys flying high above us. Just ask for Junior, and if im not on the radio, my collegues will get me if im on duty. Freqs 121,300 if in the south, or 120,300 if over the northern part.

  • @tinstarshootingrange66
    @tinstarshootingrange66 Před 26 dny +2

    Always very professional production love the content!!

  • @alexandremendes4654
    @alexandremendes4654 Před 26 dny

    Tks for share. It was amazing.

  • @paulazemeckis7835
    @paulazemeckis7835 Před 22 dny

    Hello from sunny and warm St Petersburg, FL. Great vid! I want to visit London soooo badly but damn it's cold up there. Seeing Concorde was a treat!

  • @conorpauling4997
    @conorpauling4997 Před 20 dny +1

    Cracking video. Much admiration and appreciation from a fellow aviator ❤️✈️

  • @Brazerusa
    @Brazerusa Před 25 dny

    Love it! BELIEVE!!!

  • @nzmarty
    @nzmarty Před 25 dny

    I needed this positivity today. Thank you.

  • @DiZimmer
    @DiZimmer Před 26 dny +1

    Love this

  • @johnreyn19
    @johnreyn19 Před 23 dny

    Great video! Loved the positive messages!

  • @FlyGuy457
    @FlyGuy457 Před 26 dny +1

    You keep it getting better each time. Best wishes.

  • @hanisaleh7549
    @hanisaleh7549 Před 24 dny +1

    That was an awesome video with captain Chris and you 👍👍👍👏

  • @kylejtam
    @kylejtam Před 26 dny +1

    I’m glad that highway entry ramp plane spotting shot worked out! Great collab and great vlog! Keep inspiring us future pilots!

  • @hs19931
    @hs19931 Před 24 dny

    such wholesome contents and people!

  • @samtakhandhia1012
    @samtakhandhia1012 Před 25 dny +1

    Great vlog. Really enjoyed listening to you and Captain Chris. Richmond is a great place to visit. Started watching Ted Lasso as a friend’s daughter was in an episode. Great show. Safe travels !

  • @khristianbernal5822
    @khristianbernal5822 Před 26 dny +1

    Needed that message before the bloopers. Great vid!

  • @susiew6851
    @susiew6851 Před 21 dnem +1

    Great video, I follow Chris on Instagram. It was great to hear more about him.

  • @aw4968
    @aw4968 Před 21 dnem

    Lovely stuff

  • @TheParapente74
    @TheParapente74 Před 26 dny +1

    Always nice to watch your videos ! I used to be base in Stansted for Ryanair and lived in London. I have to say, London is a great city. If you want to see something new I would recommand the Upmarket Brick Lane Food Hall (open the weekend) with, downstairs, the vintage market (just next to Liverpool street station). The food experience is awesome and the vintage market is kind of an experience ;)

  • @Ken_Leivonen
    @Ken_Leivonen Před 23 dny

    Hi Paul! Thank’s for another great video! They are always informative. Looks like you will be crossing the 150K Subscriber point very soon, congratulations on that. Ken

  • @Hiddentravel
    @Hiddentravel Před 26 dny +1

    Another cool video. Makes me think it is almost time for another return visit to England (York). 👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍

  • @truckingpatriot5220
    @truckingpatriot5220 Před 26 dny

    Thank you Paul God bless

  • @JD96893
    @JD96893 Před 26 dny +12

    Quick coffee tip: if you have your caffeine 60 to 90 minutes after waking up, your less likely to have a caffeine crash later in the day.

    • @nzmarty
      @nzmarty Před 25 dny +1

      Also, your first 60-90 minutes of your day will suck!!! 😂

    • @JD96893
      @JD96893 Před 24 dny +1

      @@nzmarty not as much as the caffeine crash at 2pm.

    • @nzmarty
      @nzmarty Před 24 dny

      @@JD96893 not something I experience

    • @JD96893
      @JD96893 Před 24 dny

      @@nzmarty if you load up on caffeine all day you can basically avoid it. When you wake up there is still a lot of adenosine in your brain which makes you sleepy, if you have caffeine, which blocks adenosine receptors, that adenosine stays around and can build up until the caffeine decays. Then you get a shit load adenosine 5 hours later. I would say delayed gratification is probably better that getting coffee right away after waking up. But you could just have decaf coffee (or a non caffeinated hot beverage) and then normal coffee later. Or wake up a bit earlier and have a slow morning. That short time of sleepiness right after waking up is important too, ideally you should wake up and spend a few minutes in bed before becoming active.

    • @nzmarty
      @nzmarty Před 24 dny

      @@JD96893 thanks for mansplaining coffee to me. I bet you're fun at parties!!

  • @petitecherie501
    @petitecherie501 Před 26 dny +1

    This may have been my favorite episode yet you are always inspiring positive and showing me something new. We have been fortunate to travel most of my life and living here in California it's a very quick non-stop trip to hawaii. If we need to get away for 5 to 7 days we often pop over and visit friends. It is great fun at this stage of my life to be able to take my grandkids places we first saw as kids ourselves. I am thankful, I am grateful, and I believe❤