The foundations for The Flying VLOG were laid during the earliest days of my Private Pilot’s Licence (PPL) training. Back then, I was a wide-eyed student pilot, capturing raw cockpit moments with a basic flip camera simply because I wanted to remember every flight.
It wasn’t until 2017 that I began turning those recordings into proper vlogs. What started as a personal diary of my flying journey quickly evolved into a YouTube channel dedicated to sharing my full progression, from nervous first solo circuits to steadily building real airmanship and confidence. Viewers get an honest, front-row seat to the highs, the challenges, and the steep learning curve of becoming a competent pilot.
Since Summer 2021, my flying and the channel have taken a clear new direction. Inspired by talented aviators like Matt Guthmiller, Steveo1Kinevo & Jaunty17 – I made the switch to flying exclusively IFR (Instrument Flight Rules) in the busy airways of the UK, Europe, and beyond.
This means I’m now operating in the same skies as commercial airliners, filing proper IFR flight plans, navigating via airways and SIDs/STARs, talking to the same ATC controllers, and handling real-world instrument conditions. It’s a rare and immersive niche on YouTube: General Aviation (GA) flying at a professional level, without the airline uniform.
At its heart, The Flying VLOG is about sharing a story: The story of what’s truly possible with a light aircraft. It’s about exploring the world in ways that only General Aviation can offer: slipping into hidden valleys, landing on remote grass strips, discovering charming coastal airfields, and reaching breathtaking destinations that big airliners will never see. Through these journeys, I show the freedom, the adventure, and the real capabilities of a humble light aircraft when flown with skill, planning, and passion.
Along the way, I share practical education: real IFR techniques, cockpit decision-making, trip planning tips, airmanship lessons, and honest reflections on both the joys and realities of GA flying.
Whether you’re a fellow pilot looking for inspiration and practical insights, a student working toward your own ratings, or simply someone who loves watching the world from above, The Flying VLOG brings you authentic, high-quality cockpit adventures you won’t find anywhere else.
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