13 Years. 3 Jets. 1 Career Story.

In this video I cover my entire career story from childhood to airline pilot. From aspiring kid, to cadet, moving to Hong Kong for Cathay Pacific, then to the US for Atlas Air Cargo, and eventually home to Australia. Topics covered: Cadetship. Challenges obtaining first airline gig. Moving overseas. COVID shutdown. The journey coming home to Australia. The next 10 years of aviation jobs. What I would do if I was starting today. If this video was useful, mission accomplished. Please note, views are my own and do not represent any current or former employer. #airlinecareer #aviation #career #boeing #airline 0:00 Childhood & Early Aspirations 5:50 Starting the Cadetship 10:10 Dealing with Joblessness 12:15 The Cathay Pacific Era 15:10 The Impact of COVID-19 17:13 Transitioning to Atlas Air 20:50 Joining Qantas 24:15 Facing the “Downgrade” 27:00 Pilot Career Mindset 28:00 2026 Aviation Industry Outlook 30:40 Advice for Aspiring Pilots Starting Today