John Travolta celebrated his 72nd birthday by soaring high in the skies, showcasing his latest accomplishment on Instagram. On February 18, the seasoned pilot unveiled that he had obtained yet another pilot’s license, further solidifying his flying career that initially took off in his youth.
In a video shared on Instagram, Travolta skillfully took off in a Bombardier Global Express before appearing in the cockpit to proudly announce, “I just earned my license in the Global Express SIC.” Stepping outside the aircraft, Travolta shared a glimpse of the impressive Global Express, proudly exclaiming, “So this is the Global Express. Take a look,” followed by a lighthearted “Congratulations to me.”
His celebratory post was captioned with gratitude, stating, “It’s my birthday today! And I’m very proud to say I got my license in the Global Express! Thank you for all my birthday wishes!” Travolta’s journey as a licensed pilot began at the remarkable age of 22, and over the years, he has acquired multiple advanced ratings and certifications allowing him to fly various large commercial and private jets, including the Boeing 747 and Airbus A380.
In a rare throwback post on Instagram in 2020, Travolta reminisced about his formative years, sharing a photo from when he was just 15 years old. It was during this time that his school offered aviation classes, igniting the passion for flying that has since defined his second career.
In a candid interview with CBS News in 2008, the Grease actor revealed his deep-rooted love for aviation. Describing how flying has been a source of solace for him, Travolta shared, “Aviation has always bailed me out of anything in my mind that is blue. I can look through an airline schedule and brochure and cheer up.”
Embarking on yet another milestone in his flying career, John Travolta continues to inspire with his unwavering dedication to aviation and his insatiable passion for taking to the skies.
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