Flying changed her life, now her mission is to change yours - Life After Aviator

[@JudsonGraham]

Judson Graham was not a paid actor in this film. Also happy to be a part of your journey.

[@5477258]

Holy crap u r a small little guy what are u about 5 .3

[@nhexcavationguy509]

Gillian’s the best!!!!

[@ryanflies]

Gill is my spirit animal.

[@johncpescod]

What an inspiring story! Aviation needs many more people like her😊

[@DmitryK-p8v]

This is a very inspiring video! Thanx! And all the best wishes for Gillian! I will show this video to girls here in Russia, who think that paramotoring is only for bold man...

[@lobbyrobby]

What a wonderful story. I've wanting to fly for years now but I always talk myself out of it. No more, I'm going to do this someday. Hopefully I'll come train with you guys next winter.

[@evechen5580]

Congrats, Gill! Your story is so inspiring that I'm crying with you, too. 😆❤

[@JT-JAES]

Ah mazing! Very inspirational. I always thought you were cool, now, even cooler 😎

[@rmbru2k]

It is such an honor, privilege and joy to be learning in a class under Gillian's management. You are such a remarkable inspiration!

[@JoshuaMarshPPG]

Heck yeah Gillian. When I met you at Bad Apples, I would have never thought you had those set backs. Great job on overcoming them and doing what you love. Congrats. Maybe one day I'll get into the instructor scene.

[@airbenderkirk]

Just wow. So happy for you! Proud to see how far you have come! Blue Skys Gillian

[@Ryan46]

Well done Gillian, honest and inspiring. Beautiful.

[@gsp2west]

I caught a few of your launches and foot drags at Bad Apples this year. Your confidence and control was very evident. Congrats on working through life's challenges.

[@PeglegPPG]

I cannot remember watching a video where my eyes started tearing up but also smiled so many times in one video! I start my training next week and cannot wait to share the feeling. Good for you

[@daveoller266]

I had the privilege of visiting Aviator for a few days during Gillian's training and first flights. She was a student who had total concentration on the sport and it shows today. Congrats kid, so proud of your achievements.

[@NUMB3RL3SS]

Very cool.

[@ClarkKent-kg6tl]

I was a big fan before I knew anything about you Gillian. Now I am over the top. Cutest PPG girl ever!

[@brenthollady]

For anyone out there watching this story thinking maybe this is for me? No matter what your going through, I promise this will change your life. The flying is incredible it changes your perspective. The friends you'll meet will inspire you to be your best self. The people in the sport are some of the best I have ever met and the experience of flying with like minded people will allow you to build friendships for life. They will welcome you to be your best self. This sport has become my prescription for happiness! It can do the same for you. Can you tell I just had the best flight of my life tonight! Aviator, keep these inspirational stories coming. Giving people wings changes lives!

[@brenthollady]

What an inspiration! I would agree, PPG is a life changing experience. I too was depressed and lacking confidence. I started flying PPG in August of 22. Since then my life has changed completely. I just accepted an offer to make twice as much after killing it in my role at a municipality. I wouldn't be where I am today without this incredible sport. The new found confidence has made me a better man dad husband and employee. Now I can provide a better life for my family and I owe it all to the sport. Thank you for sharing your experience! I just flew tonight, literally the best flight of my life! This sport is changing lives, keep up the great work! PPG for life!

[@Richard-yj7tg]

Gillian, I'm also a Crohie as well as a disabled veteran with PTSD and CFS. I hope you see this as seeing your transparency and determination have driven me to get in the air! I'm currently pursuing my avenues for training ❤

[@aviator]

We'd love to help!

[@GolfFoxtrot22]

Wow, nice one Gillian, its been wonderful following your journey and to see your current position within Aviator. Many congratulations.

[@ryanschmidt4573]

I feel privileged to have been trained by you Gillian. Awesome story!!! Thanks for sharing it! Congrats on the new gig

[@randybeard6040]

Great Video about Never Giving Up on Yourself, if our Mind is Set, most people can Do Anything, Thanks Gillian for Giving Confidence to Many Viewers...

[@ParamotorPrattville]

Way to go Gillian!!!! Such an amazing story! Glad your leading the way!!

[@CloudflyerPPG]

What a kind and heartfelt video. The world needs more of this.

[@imflyingwi9284]

What a great and wonderful story. Congrats to you Gillian!

[@TomMinnick]

Wow, what a journey. I can relate to the anxiety, self doubt, etc. PPG has helped me as well. Great video. Gillian is an inspiration.

[@honuppg]

You seem to be a totally different person from the very first time seeing you on KZbin. I remember the video of you receiving your surprise training gift. You have totally been Blessed. Keep up the hard work and I look forward to returning to aviator one day to say Hi. Aloha!

[@SMarti018]

Wow Gillian, I’ve always seen you in Aviator videos but never knew your story. What you have overcome is incredible and put a smile on my face. What a great story you have, keep it up!

[@ryandinan]

Awesome progression Gillian! From all the videos on KZbin, watching your first flights to where you are today… Your story is extremely motivating and inspiring!

[@Robbo1966]

What a star, great achievement be very proud of yourself, to the skies with no limit for you girl

[@Jorgespino]

I’m so proud of my instructor. You are awesome Gillian!!

[@hagfishhagfish9274]

You're awesome Gillian!!! You have proved to yourself and everyone else that no matter what, once you have a focus you can achieve anything. I started my paragliding/PPG journey last year and it's a VERY grounding experience. You definitely learn a lot about yourself, the things that hold you back and open a door to what you can achieve through flying but more so outside of the flying scene. Take care, fly safe 🤗🤗🤗

[@David_Wolfe]

Aviator, what a terrific video you put together. Jillian, what a background story you have and what an amazing inspiration you’ll be for many people who watch this.

[@johnfisher7926]

Made me cry! See you in February.

[@WYECONN]

You’re a very brave girl and an inspiration to all the youngsters out there…

[@moto-7]

What a great, inspiring story 👌 Paramotoring is the only thing I’ve done that gives you such a sense of elation 🥳

[@mauriciotosetti7259]

Hey Jill....!!! You are very brave!!! I love your history , thanks for tell us!

[@homezero]

This comment is more for Gillian. I have watched all the videos of Judson's and Aviator. I feel I have watched you pretty much grow up on KZbin. I am truly so proud to see your advancement in the sport from just hanging around the airport to your first flight. I was very impressed to see you grow from a shy young girl to training and now being the lead trainer / manager. WOW! I can see your confidence grow in this montage of your life. for the future I'd love for you to make more videos to get more women interested in the sport. You would make a GREAT Role Model.

[@johncpescod]

I couldn't say it better!

[@AirChairAviation]

I myself am dealing with similar situation hoping my first flight helps! Almost there! Such an amazing story congrats on finding flying!

[@jamesschaeffer1770]

I loved this video so much. So inspiring, life-affirming and beautiful.

[@markhayward9915]

An inspiring and moving story of life Gillian

[@stevemcilroy9518]

FFS Gillian, I'm a 62 ex soldier, and I'm welling up here. Having watched you paramotoring ( not this vid) I thought, what the hell, and I've just started my ground training. Thank you, and HAPPY NEW YEAR !!!!

[@aviator]

Drop us a line if we can help!

[@stevemcilroy.62]

@@aviator In Uk and sorted thanks

[@vikp8817]

Awesome story! I dream to be able to work at Aviator one day!!

[@deenajackson7955]

Thank you for sharing your story. I think you're very brave❤❤

[@AirChairAviation]

Love it

[@SkyHikerMike]

Awesome! I hope we can fly someday and trade teaching tricks! Safe landings fellow bird!

[@E.J.Addler]

Rock on Gillian!

[@omaralejandroguzman9424]

It is possibly fly at the aviator airport by weekends? Aviator videos have pretty good vibe

[@dejavukrewe]

❤❤❤

[@TheParamike]

❤

[@sovannarasong6196]

Can an airport enthusiast from other part of the world could achieved a dream life like her 😢? Living full time doing what we love to do 😢. Really want to joins with you guys😢

[@flierbill]

Hey everyone !

[@BenitoEstigoy]

Do you have any available near me how to fly a paramotor lesson from 94578

[@dejavukrewe]

Can try looking up our friends at Backcountry PPG in Salt Lake City, but aviator is FL and TN based at the moment.

[@JacobHutzler]

Stop crying, You’re making me cry 🥹👌👏

[@JasonHolody76]

Unless you are a 100% disabled veteran on a fixed income and can't afford it...then your screwed like me. And before you say it, resurgence ppg isn't doing that anymore.

[@derekcosta8435]

Congratulations Gillian! You epitomize the very meaning of tenacity. Your courage, strength, and will to push through what many would agree with.. monumental challenges, and become the very woman you are today, is an inspiring story for all to learn from. Even in the darkest of times, never give up. Cheers to your continued success in this sport, this new position, and happiness, and all unknown rewards yet to come. You soar girl! 🪂

[@pnw.paramotering3458]

Amazing things are waiting for us that are only found on the other side of fear. Flight was one of those for me . 🪂