Uploaded December 2024 | Updated September 2026, 3 weeks ago

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Hey Slingers! This week we sit down with Captain Chris - Virgin Atlantic Captain of the A350 and instagram influencer. He talks all about his journey into aviation, from being a young boy in awe of seeing a plane take off from inside the cockpit, to flying a small plane to time build… towing a TARGET for the Australian Navy, and much more! Stick around to be inspired by Chris’ story and hear advice for the aviation career, as well as hearing Chris’ opinion on training, the shortage, and the pros and cons of long haul flying.
Stay tuned for some great knowledge and fun stories!
Chapters:
0:00 - Intro
1:10 - Getting to Know Chris
4:16 - How Chris Got started in aviation
8:22 - visualization for your career
10:10 - Positive Self Talk
11:36 - Journey to the airlines
18:20 - Airline Captain Lifestyle
19:10 - Pros and Cons of long haul flying
21:30 - Carrer Length and Flying
23:30 - Chris Start on Instagram
29:00 - Is there a Shortage?!?
30:50 - Advice for people considering the Career
31:50 - Advice for younger self
32:58 - Excited to fly High Wing