In this episode of The Flight Pod, host Michael Arron delves into the remarkable career of airline pilot turned successful YouTuber, Petter Hörnfeldt, known as Mentour Pilot. Petter boasts over 2.2 million subscribers on his YouTube channel. Michael and Petter discuss how Petter's father's passion for flying influenced his career choice, the early exposure to aviation, and how a significant birthday gift solidified his dream of becoming a pilot. Petter shares his journey through rigorous training, the challenges and highlights of his aviation career, his rise to captaincy with Ryanair, and his transition into becoming a YouTube sensation. The episode also explores Petter's strategic decision to create content aimed at demystifying aviation and overcoming the fear of flying, all while balancing family life and exploring new ventures. Tune in for an insightful and inspiring conversation about passion, perseverance, and achieving one's dreams.

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Petter Hörnfeldt 
Mentour Pilot You Tube Channel www.youtube.com/@MentourPilot
Mentour Now! You Tube Channel https://www.youtube.com/@MentourNow
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00:00 Introduction to the Fly Pod 
00:20 Petter Hörnfeldt Early Inspiration 
01:28 First Flight Experience 
03:08 Pursuing the Dream 
04:00 Government Sponsored Program 
06:40 Military Service and Further Training 
16:49 Starting a Career at Ryanair 
18:42 Becoming a Captain and Instructor 
22:36 Moving to Spain and Family Life 
23:17 Starting a YouTube Channel 
28:22 The Reality of Being a YouTuber 
29:20 Balancing Aviation and Personal Life 
30:24 Concorde: The Pinnacle of Aviation 
32:45 Modern Aircraft and Future Innovations 
38:11 Creating Engaging YouTube Content 
44:33 The Importance of Inci dents in Aviation Safety 
46:10 The Journey of Mentour Pilot and Mentour Now 
47:54 The Challenges and Rewards of YouTube 
52:47 Perfect Flying Experiences 56:17 Conclusion and Final Thoughts