An Airline Pilot's Entire Routine, from Waking Up to Flying | Work It | Allure

Regional airline pilot Sara Maika takes us through 24 hours of her beauty and wellness routine. Just how does an airline pilot get ready for a day where she's flying? Sara breaks down everything she does in her day, from her makeup and skincare routines to her daily workouts. Sara flies 3 legs (or flights) in a day, and her days can start as early as 5AM.
Director: Noël Jean
Director of Photography: Grant Bell
Editors: Jason Malizia and Vicky Pham
Talent: Sara Maika (TikTok: @sara.maika)
Associate Producer: Sydney Malone
Production Manager: Andressa Pelachi
Production Coordinators: Peter Brunette and Carolina Wachockier
Casting Producer: Amari Collins
Camera Op / Gaffer: Omar Elgohary
Audio: Kara Johnson
CCO: Moe Sherwood
Production Assistant: Devin Beckwith
Post Production Supervisor: Christian Olguin
Supervising Editor: Erica Dillman
Assistant Editor: Diego Rentsch
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[@Saramaikat]

Thank you so much Allure for having me ❤️💘 it was a pleasure! ☺️ ps: KZbin videos coming soon

[@Allure]

You're amazing!

[@victoriakunetsky]

Such a pleasure to listen and to watch you ❤ And it’s so cool that you meal prep 🫶 Would be nice to be on your flight 🙌 And your freckles are really adorable

[@meenalaregina7770]

Hi! I am so impressed that you are a pilot! Amazing!!!!

[@toedstool]

you're the cutest person I've ever seen! thank you for taking the time to bring your femininity to a traditionally masculine role, you're changing the world ❤️

[@karenenglander8742]

I enjoyed watching you. You seem so self-assured and down to earth.

[@JanaGardi]

It's so refreshing to see people who do something different and not in show business

[@yung1717]

They’ve had lifeguards and flight attendants and party princesses etc.

[@noface3928]

I actually saw her in person during a layover in LAX without even knowing who she was. I just remember her smiling at passengers leaving and me thinking how beautiful and radiant she looked.

[@oh.themoon]

This is such a great segment. Asking a non-celeb to show their day-to-day routine. Hopefully you can do more of this in the future.

[@srhrth]

They literally have so many videos in this series so you’re in luck

[@Francesca-ov2tb]

I don’t wanna be obvious but she’s one of the most beautiful woman I’ve ever seen. Her eyebrows, her freckles, her skin, her eyes … amazing !

[@run4508]

Right? She’s like so pretty which is unfair cause she is also smart

[@couchprincess698]

Her skin. 😩

[@RedRoseSeptember22]

Right? Very beautiful.

[@Nonyah123]

@@run4508 genuinely beautiful people tend to be smart!

[@run4508]

@@Nonyah123 that’s not true , I have met pretty people who should be lucky that they look good

[@sanicalouiselee2418]

I'm so happy young girls will be able to see (all the more) that you can both care about your body and appearance and pursue a male-dominated field at the same time! More of this please!

[@alexissalazarr]

Big points to you guys for doing a segment with someone who has an awesome job that is not at all related to an obnoxious internet presence! I enjoyed the tip about the fake freckles. Also please pleeeease link the tool she used after the dyson airwrap. Thanks!

[@alexissalazarr]

@@hiemilylo heck yeah, thank you Emily!!

[@desks3674]

oh trust me there is a ton of "instagram pilots" people who care more about taking selfies than flying the actual plane. Those people usually dont make it very far in this career though.

[@alexissalazarr]

@@desks3674 yeah, I’ve noticed that since starting pilot training last summer. Narcissists gonna find a way to narcissist 🤪 Even more of a reason I was surprised to have come across this video and it wasn’t one of those!

[@anmnou]

@@alexissalazarr I just noticed she left a comment here, saying "KZbin videos coming soon". I hope she proves to be of better ilk than the people you have come across!

[@TheEmaile]

That’s good to hear. I’ve been kind of nervous about flying regional routes after seeing so many young pilot’s videos in the cockpit pop up on YT. @@desks3674

[@xYummyBieber]

More videos like this instead of social media influencers please! People like this are so inspiring to young women

[@idoncare026]

I love her energy! Very refreshing to see someone with more relatability but also inspiring. Her drive & humility makes me want to finish school & be happy 💛

[@kerryspencer14]

This amazing woman is a pilot and we are talking about her skincare routine? 😭

[@viviana3999]

Literally the whole video I was like “where is the plane 💀”

[@user-ee1fn4vt8b]

Allure is a makeup magazine not an aviation magazine.

[@kerryspencer14]

@@user-ee1fn4vt8b oh okay, makes sense then why this did a video on a female pilot.

[@gilraenism]

Yes, I thought we will hear a little bit more about her job... Etc

[@jaciw]

That's basically the entire point of the video wdym?? It's literally a morning routine video.

[@apoorvahegde439]

She is literally the definition of Strong, Independent and Ambitious Woman✨💗💕....Such an Inspiration

[@seawater1322]

who gives a crap you simp.

[@apoorvahegde439]

@@seawater1322 Do you have any problem with me complimenting someone??

[@garyh987]

@@seawater1322 What is the point of your rudeness/nastiness ?

[@seawater1322]

@@apoorvahegde439 you are a simp

[@apoorvahegde439]

@@seawater1322 And you are an A-class Jerk....Well looks like you don't know the difference between simping and admiring a Woman...Such a Shame...

[@joselynnevarez8748]

I am a ramp agent for an airline, and I am very familiar with the EMB 175…! Thank you for everything that you do, Sara! Hope to see you at SBA!

[@PHlophe]

Joselyn, muy interesante. the world is really small. you are one of the few chicas in those spaces.

[@expiredj1zz52]

Otro Nevarez?? I can't believe it 😂

[@AlphaTroll]

She probably hates it when you take too long to hookup air or don't let her know you chocked the wheels. She really hates you if you were late with transfer baggage and held up the flight.

[@pharadorn]

It's refreshing seeing this type of content on non-celebs!

[@xDigitalMonster]

She is absolutely adorable and seems like a lovely person 💜

[@Maria-kg1nh]

I'm not sure of the stats, but nice to see a younger person and a woman in aviation highlighted. Relatable and nice video. God's Love and Blessings!!!

[@jeremyweaver7689]

She was a former flight instructor of mine she was the best!

[@EmeryFosho]

Love her! She’s so sweet! ❤️

[@lanabalana1769]

most beautiful pilot ever!!❤️❤️ so proud of my sissy

[@RedRoseSeptember22]

Aww you're her sister?! That's adorable.

[@j.t.5826]

Awesome story. Good to see good people in charge of so many lives on board.

[@bobbi12781]

She’s inspiring!

[@deborastfleurose]

Being a Pilot looks like so much fun, God bless her!! 🛫✈️

[@marianaabg21]

These videos give me so much motivation. It's so refreshing seeing non famous people achieving their goals 💕

[@kendallmkent]

I continue to be obsessed with this series and the women they feature.

[@moodyhavi]

Absolutely love hearing about someone else's routine that works a normal job!

[@amandasanz4967]

she is gorgeous & a boss!! love this

[@miamilano1257]

As someone who wants to be a pilot eventually I loved this

[@xintianlee4664]

Love this more than profiles of those in show business! Can we show more daily routines of women in commonly male dominated careers please!

[@armoredgaming2352]

no

[@daniellaauguste9204]

Love watching this 💕

[@alexisk5978]

I love this !

[@AbbyReynoldsGaming12192420]

OMG THEY ARE SO GORGEOUS THOUGH

[@nutellalatte7522]

I'm always amazed that pilots and cabin crew never get to eat lounge food, because it's typically very nutritious and filling.

[@abbieamavi]

As a fellow aviator, this video was exciting to see! Nicely done 😄

[@lavonnealexander6936]

Wow i check out your channel 😮! You have a great channel.

[@dariya316]

She is so inspiring! Can you guys also do an episode with a rhythmic gymnast?:)

[@Yurrpfp]

I loved this especially considering of becoming a pilot. Would live to see probably a day in the life of college athletes soon...

[@toyin2376]

This is so refreshing!

[@meenalaregina7770]

Hi! I admire this pilot!

[@emmad290]

Yayy Sara! I follow her on Tik Tok, love it :))

[@dalgom9881]

Very inspiring and also very interesting to see people who are not in show business

[@JH-in5oq]

I’m starting training next year and my goal is SkyWest LAX base. I can’t wait!

[@zz5022]

This is like a skincare/makeup guru who happens to fly planes. Rock on girl! You’re amazing!

[@hello-kt9fz]

wtf shes gorgeous😭

[@cuteloo123]

Amen on Portland, Seattle and San Fran having the best restaurants! Best food I have ever had was there! Also love to see a fellow female aviator!

[@daniromero5135]

She’s so pretty, I was hypnotized the whole video😍

[@glamprivateye]

Simp much

[@sydneyhanna5289]

her freckles are so beautiful i’m so jealous

[@LL-kc8rs]

love this

[@videogameplayer0552]

As someone who is starting flight training next year, I like this video.

[@SsessangaSoars]

have fun!

[@videogameplayer0552]

@@SsessangaSoars I will, thank you! :)

[@bettysbooklist]

This is so cool!

[@SimplySaamPilot]

This is Awesome! What a small community

[@supersucks]

Probably one of the most gorgeous people ive seen 🤍 and shes a pilot 😭

[@mol830]

Is it just me who's shocked how young she is? I've only ever seen noticeably older people as my pilots!

[@tnt01]

I know right.

[@Napouille]

An old pilot used to be a young pilot one day, we all have to start somewhere 😅

[@armoredgaming2352]

its called aging

[@MarcusSkyVentures]

Yeah Sara!!

[@randompphaha]

Good job allure

[@LoveLikeaHurricane]

so you are telling me, the air plane windows don't have UV 99.9% protection like they do with high end Automotive Tint ? Also I love the uniform hanger and background, its cute.

[@clairelewis601]

www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC4476387/#S3title

[@flygirlregi]

Yes, they do

[@_FilmKing_]

Yep. I'm in love

[@jones2277]

i'd love to know more about your job. like what's a day like? how did you train? what were the challenges?

[@trishemerald2487]

Have to agree 100% as far as that Palmer's Cocoa Butter stick as lip balm. It doesn't have that menthol essence that dries your lips up.

[@RedRoseSeptember22]

Think I'mma look for some and try it out, I use Chapstick currently and my lips always dry out -.-

[@jolly14579]

Glossier balms are good too

[@ananyap.p9779]

You are living in my dream life😭❤️

[@heikkivuori]

Yes!

[@viviankate7240]

Me watching this while idgaf-watsky song pops up in my playlist. Shows how I feel about most things

[@niranjanavijyaraghavan3666]

Wow more videos like this please Women who are awesome

[@UglyMaleee]

Wow!

[@TMFShooting]

Wow'' Amazing 🙂

[@dilasukur8363]

she is so pretty and smart and independent

[@MarkisCouch_1WhatJustHappen]

WOW!

[@cozatta]

Dang I wish I could be one of those people that loved working out.

[@starlight8554]

Why are people so mad that she’s talking about her beauty routine on a beauty/lifestyle channel 💀

[@vashappeninlainey]

She sounds so sweet yet so badass irl ❤

[@RedRoseSeptember22]

Really cool seeing a female pilot :D It's always been guys everytime I've flown lol. She's super pretty and cute too ^_^

[@bostoncityofchampions6581]

Thought this was going to be about flying. I didn't realize it was a Glamour Magazine Vlog.

[@mandeep3.14]

Cool

[@coldcoffee6951]

i respectr female pilots so much

[@daniellegarciano8375]

What’s the brand name of that black dryer/ curler she used?

[@Faruk_Abdagic]

Fly on the wings o love, fly baby, fly...

[@abdemanaf1219]

I clicked on this video hoping to see pilots routine but instead it’s pilots makes up routine 😂😂

[@detwynner5]

OMG WE HAVE FLIGHT ATTENDANT AND NOW PILOT

[@josie5082]

Fun to see fellow female aviators

[@vidyaratan8522]

Hi, can you please do software engineer next? ❤

[@gloriamarypeter4980]

she reminds me of Florence Pugh

[@dalgom9881]

Can we have doctor's next

[@alexliddiard8128]

Didn’t know I clicked on a makeup routine video😂

[@brandonmoses895]

It’s called being a attractive women it comes with privilege such as your every day life being shown to the world to make you a industry plant.

[@omegasage777]

Allure is literally a beauty/makeup channel dude

[@qwertyboo]

Check what kind of channel it is you dumb dumb

[@sowhat-rk4pd]

@@brandonmoses895 your totally off base you sound like your repeating a cult leader or something 😂😂

[@omegasage777]

@@sowhat-rk4pd it's more like he's an incel

[@praveendr8873]

She is so sweet and gorgeous.😍😍😍

[@InternetGirl1093]

Do pilots get to ignore the liquids rule? And why does it seem like all pilots have that same black bag? I’m genuinely curious if it’s required lol

[@lizbethquintero545]

She’s such a badass! & she’s beautiful! 😊

[@jjjffff2856]

*Amazing young woman pilot the plane*

[@aryaaditya6254]

hiii mam how much time do you take to complete your makeup ??

[@gautamsingh4709]

was it a routine or your makeup tutorial😇

[@Laura-eb1sb]

Wow how is she so young and already a pilot ? Like how long does it take to become a pilot ?

[@AlexandraAnnette]

Love a female and male dominated space! What an inspo

[@One_direction_015]

is no one gonna talk how pretty she is

[@ranijim]

Anyone know which curling tool (black one )that she uses ?

[@LaraUAE]

I want to know too lol

[@MA-lj4yg]

I want to know too! 🙌🏽

[@chalybion]

Please please tell us what is that dryer curler that she uses! She has a Dyson and prefers to use that!

[@marialenamontijo8279]

I want to know as well

[@emilyrocknroll960]

Me too

[@awadhzubair2418]

Why are pilots always so attractive

[@ijustwannaeatchipsalldayma4446]

I’m wondering, how long does it usually take to become an airline pilot? And what’s the process (courses to take, etc.)

[@GAZZZZA123]

usually you need $100k, training takes about a year and a half for an all-in-one (integrated) course.

[@ck_423]

she’s so pretty and sweet

[@May-ig4wr]

Oh such a gorgeous girl

[@khelix23]

0:47 what bag is that? What brand?

[@sweetpie7919]

I thought the thumbnail was of Florence Pugh 😄

[@JannahMa]

Ill be a pilot!

[@adnanhusainhakeem3043]

Title should be: sponsored makeup routine

[@hannahhelton3789]

Imagine being pretty and a pilot.