ONE WEEK AS A RESERVE AIRLINE PILOT / how I pack

Join me for one week as a reserve airline pilot, a hike to an ancient volcano, and I'll explain how I pack when I don't know where I'm going.

Music by @epidemicsound

My Gear:
Vlog Camera: Sony ZV-1
Microphone: Rode VideoMicro
Drone: DJI Mini 3 Pro

FOLLOW ME:

00:00 Intro
00:32 Where am I going?
01:20 Off to Newark
02:00 Short call
03:32 Picking up a trip
05:15 How I pack
08:39 Departing for EDI
10:33 Arthur's Seat
11:32 Motivation
13:28 Dinner with friends
14:37 Boeing 757 crew rest
15:03 Going home
15:33 Bloopers

[kyubtauji]

love seeing pilots being happy ! i am 25 getting out of my comfort IT job !My IT job pays way more than a pilot by just sitting at home in my own comfort but i feel dead inside, i am an adult now, money is something i realized never made me happy or feel alive but whenever i travel by air i just feel like a bird with freedom and endless magical destinations! Hope to be a pilot one day ! <3

[aaronlapointe]

I’m 27 and am just starting my path to aviation. I lost my dad a year ago, and it makes me so happy to see you share this with your parents. I’ll be flying with my dad in my heart every trip. Thank you for sharing this.

[tc]

I’m a United pilot as well commuting from MCI. I occasionally get asked what my favorite overnight is. As a new dad, nothing beats the layover at home. Congrats on 100, Paul. Hope to join you on the 756 before it’s gone.

[nol-wilmavisser]

I like this guy! Just retired as Cabincrew after 40 years and he describes in a very clear and positive way what “ our “ lives look like that few will understand.

[avkyjonka]

Paul, congratulations on your 100th video! 🎉 I’m a 737 Captain for a major airline in Canada, and I absolutely love your videos. Your videos remind me of just how lucky we are to be able to do what we do, and why I’ve always wanted to be a pilot. Keep up the amazing work! Andrew ✈️

[akari]

DAL pilot here. Thank you for your content. I truly enjoy your perspective of your endeavors. For those who inspire to become an airline pilot, never give up that dream. I worked 3 jobs while going to college and attending flight training. It was tough, but I wouldn't change a thing!

[sky-Del]

Wow I just landed on this video and listening you say its your 100th is so amazing. I'm extremely happy to be a subscriber ❤😊

[scott]

The first video of yours that I watched, I was actually happy for the unexpected bloopers at the end! When you wrapped up, I yearned for more! Then the bloopers!
Same with this video. Thanks!

[sallyhostetter]

Congratulations on your 100th video. Good for your daughter keeping tabs on that.Loved the bloopers.

[minotaur]

Man your establishing shots are so professionally done it's hard to take you seriously when you say you're just a guy with a small camera. Love your cinematography, man. Kudos.

[gregp]

You're a great guy, sharing an incredible story. Don't sell yourself short. You're the type of guy everyone likes to hang with.. Keep up the good work...

[martinagoldstein]

Edinburgh was my biggest "travel surprise" loved it way more than I expected to. Charming, authentic and that castle, amazing. You are always so pleasant! Very hardworking, yet keeping it real. UA is lucky to have you! Subscribed, from San Diego, CA.

[maryyee]

Watching you pack for your trip reminds me of my 14 years as a United FA. I was very lucky to be a language FA and skipped probably 35 years of seniority. I miss my life as a FA but lucky to be able to travel regularly. Not many seats at the front of the plane now unless I pay but that’s ok considering that I have enjoyed $$$$ of FC when we still had it. Safe travels and thank you for the smiles.

[grillingwithwoos]

Definitely was heartwarming watching this video. Currently a railroad employee that needs 20 more hours for CPL and then the time building begins

[rmanik]

I was one of those first 1000.... makes me so happy to see how much the channel has grown

[HappilyOnTheMove]

What a lovely video! And great use of that tape you carry in your flight bag :)

[FAtoCPA]

Former Continental FA here (4 years '07-'11 - I'm 100% sure we flew together but can't remember the details). I was fired in 2011 for an arrogant, immature choice (I was 25) that I take full responsibility for. 12 years later, I'm married, have two beautiful daughters, and am a CPA. I love your videos. Your parting words ring so true with me. When people ask what I miss about the industry, it's simple - I miss coming home. My family and I take several trips a year. I still get to enjoy the places I went to as an FA, and its even better because 1) I'm not working on the way there, 2) I have more time in those places, and 3) I'm with my wife and kids. But I miss the feeling of coming HOME. It's a euphoric feeling that only crew members will understand. Sure, I drive home from work the one day a week I'm in the office. But nothing beats landing in Houston on a Friday night, rolling down the windows, and blasting Texas Country on the way to four uninterrupted days with my honey.

[rvsykfo]

Your channel has been very inspirational for me, I’m starting my aviation course in June this year and your videos have been a great motivation on my journey towards making my first step. Thank you.

[Herk_Derp_]

Hey Paul, I’m a Delta pilot in training and wanted to say I recently discovered your channel and it is top notch. You deserve all the subs! Thanks for all you do.

From a future long-term commuter. Prost!

[davidross]

I love the bloopers! I’m going to be going to ATP flight school in Orlando hopefully by the end of this year at 26 years old to start my journey as an airline pilot! I just wanted you to know that you inspire so many people like me to go after what they truly want in life, whether it’s the airline industry or something else. Thanks so much for the uploads, they’re great!