Aircrew Life – JetSetGOConnor

✈️ Wings Earned: The Day It All Became Worth It

United States Air Force Pilot Wings badge resting on a polished wooden surface, showcasing detailed craftsmanship and military symbolism without the traditional eagle head.

21 months of sweat, storms, and sky-high adrenaline led to this moment: earning my wings. In a surreal COVID-era ceremony, we stood six feet apart, masked and without our families present. But nothing could dampen the pride of being pinned as a United States Air Force pilot.

✈️ Climbing Higher: Transitioning to the T-1A Jayhawk

Row of white business jets taxiing on the runway in formation, showcasing precision and readiness on a cloudy day.

Trading the wild rides of the T-6 for the sleek lines of the T-1A Jayhawk was a shift from adrenaline to precision. Multi-engine flight introduced crew dynamics, mission planning, and the realization that flying isn’t just an individual skill — it’s a team effort.

✈️ Weathering the Storms: Thunderstorms, Tornadoes, Snow, and Ice at Columbus AFB

Pilot training doesn’t pause for bad weather. At Columbus AFB, tornado sirens, snowstorms, and ice storms became part of daily life — teaching us resilience, adaptability, and what it means to earn your wings when nature throws everything it’s got at you.

Behind the Scenes: The Truth About Flight Attendant Pay

As a flight attendant, one of the most common questions I receive is about our pay. While it may seem like a glamorous job, many people don’t realize that our pay isn’t always as high as they may assume. In this post, I’ll be breaking down 5 things you should know about flight attendant pay.

Questions You Ask Flight Attendants

If you’ve ever flown on an airplane, you know that flight attendants are some of the most helpful and friendly people you’ll meet. They’re there to make sure you have a safe and comfortable flight, and they’re always happy to answer any questions you may have.

From Flight Attendant to Pilot 🚀 — The Jumpseat That Changed Everything 🙌

Empty flight attendant jumpseat on a commercial jet next to the aircraft exit door, with runway visible through the windows under soft daylight.

Discover how one jumpseat flight transformed my career from flight attendant to Air Force pilot. Learn how patience, belief, and reflection led me to the flight deck.

Fly Like You Mean It: A Pilot’s Journey to Purpose and Passion

View from an airplane cockpit looking down a runway at sunset, with a clear horizon, illuminated instrument panel, and golden sky—symbolizing the thrill of flight and aviation inspiration.

Discover the true meaning behind becoming a pilot—flying with purpose, protecting your wingman, and coming home to what matters most. An inspiring look into aviation, discipline, and life on the flight deck.

Why start as a flight attendant 🤷🏼‍♂️?

I need to be able to wrap my head around variables before I can truly excel at something. If I was going to seriously get into aviation, I wanted to make sure I could handle the lifestyle.

That’s so Chocolate Bar

The last post left a lot of people wandering, what on earth is Chocolate Bar? 5 years ago, this story was shared at flight attendant training, by an amazing instructor. It was introduced as a reminder to enjoy the little things in life. To better understand this concept we’ll first look at the origination ofContinue reading “That’s so Chocolate Bar”

✈️ Why I Became a Flight Attendant: My Journey Above the Clouds ☁️

Empty commercial airplane cabin with rows of blue leather seats and overhead storage, viewed from the rear aisle toward the closed cockpit door.

Discover how working as a flight attendant prepared me to become a better pilot. From schedule chaos to handling adversity, here are the three life lessons that shaped my aviation journey.