How Airline Pilots Can Prepare For Departure In Under 25 Minutes

Cockpit scenes filmed with approval, in partnership with Envoy Air Inc., under Part 91... Now that we've covered topics like training, initial operating experience, reserve, and an aircraft overview, let's dig into what daily operations look like. As a regional airline pilot, it's not uncommon to fly 4 or 5 short flights each day. When you arrive at an outstation you might just have 20-30 minutes to deplane, program the next departure, postflight the aircraft, re-board, and depart on-time. It's called a "turn" and regardless of where you work, you'll be flying turns all the time!
While this video covers how we, as pilots, prepare the cockpit, there are so many people working simultaneously to get the airplane ready. I want to give credit to the awesome flight attendants, dispatchers, gate agents, ramp agents, caterers, cleaners, fuelers, and maintenance staff that we work with each day. It's amazing how we can turn airplanes in 20-30 minutes when everyone works as a team.
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-Swayne

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As I stated in your other posts, you are an excellent spokesman for your airline. Management must know this. I can see you being an instructor in no time.

[@mrmaki7771]

You gotta be an instructor before an airline pilot (usually), thats how most people build the 1500 required hours for the airlines

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[@EtopEtim]

Extremerecluse Fallows You probably mean, ׳Captain’. Like Marko said, you would need to be an instructor for a few years to build up your hours, before you can join an airline training programme.

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Marko Crnkovic wow..1500 hours is a lot. In New Zealand to fly regional for air New Zealand, you only need 500 total hours

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You could probably go to one of the Asian airlines and go directly to a Boeing or Airbus as a first officer. Advancement is mostly likely much quicker and the pay is way better. With his current experience, he could apply. I know they are desperate for experienced and lower time pilots in Asia. And the pay is better than the American Flag carriers.

[@SwayneMartinPilot]

I wish I would've known more about topics just like this before I began flying as an airline pilot. That's the goal of this whole series!... To show you specific, interesting aspects of this career that you'll face as a new pilot. What else do you want to know? Give me ideas for the next videos in the comments below and thanks for watching!

[@iverson857]

Maybe a video about flight school, does a pilot needs to be good at math haha. I like watching your videos. I've always dreamt of being a pilot :)

[@MrShapppy]

Very well detailed videos! Topic I'm interested in: 1. Military to commercial pilot 2. Flight attendant to pilot 3. Programs that regional airlines have to make new pilots.

[@adrianndir7690]

Maybe a video about the upsides and downsides of being a commercial pilot. How does your day/week as a pilot look like? How much off-time do you have per week? Can you live a "normal" life just like everyone else? Would be greatly appreciated if you can make a video about that, especially for persons like i am who want to become a pilot in a couple of years.

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I really enjoyed this videos it gets me hyped up when I'm going to travel

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We want an updated” a day in the life of an airline pilot “. Also we want weekly or daily vlogs! Like this comment if you agree so we can see the daily flights, layovers, hotels, jet lag, and new cities 😊

[@steveo1kinevo]

Awesome job showcasing what its like to be an airline pilot!

[@SwayneMartinPilot]

Thank you! Glad you enjoyed this one Steve! See you at Oshkosh this summer

[@yoongilimerence]

I'm a gate agent at an out-station that gets Envoy E145s. It's cool to see the pilot's side of the process, since for us the quick turn is pretty much everything.

[@martinpauly]

Swayne, this is one of the most informative aviation videos I've seen on KZbin. You did a great job packing a lot of information into a few minutes. And I'm happy to see Envoy is supporting this; it seems to be much harder for US pilots to create such content than for your overseas peers. Looking forward to seeing more of these videos. Safe landings! - Martin

[@SwayneMartinPilot]

Thanks Martin! I really appreciate that... Hope it helps people out!

[@whitestpersian]

I hope Envoy understands what a powerful recruiting tool Swayne’s videos are. I’m a CFI building time currently, and I’ve already looked at Envoy a bit. Swayne gives an incredible real world experience and personality to being a first officer for what appears to be a super solid regional. Thank you Swayne and safe flying

[@aerofiles5044]

Did you get a job there? How was it?

[@derpanzerkoniggaming4224]

It made me smile to hear you mention those of us in the ENY dispatch department. Thank you very much.

[@SwayneMartinPilot]

Derpanzerkonig Gaming Of course! Planning to do a full video on scheduling and dispatch someday

[@derpanzerkoniggaming4224]

@@SwayneMartinPilot awesome. You should come sit with us one day and see how we deal with the 45+ flights a shift. Look forward to seeing you on my releases. :)

[@thecomedypilot5894]

You taught me a lot of facts that I never even knew of. Thank you for these videos, I know you put a lot of effort into them.

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What part of this bullshit did you not already know ?

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Tim Watson haha

[@GAdiveguy]

Agree with previous comments. The quality of these videos is off the charts! Very informative and education. Keep ‘em up Swayne!

[@snuggles03]

That was awesome man, thanks for uploading it. All really well explained. Stay safe 👍

[@cookiemonster0626]

Great video Swayne! Always looking forward to new content you're posting. Safe flying!

[@david_2364]

I’m a fueler right now but I hope to be where you are one day. I always see you guys out during your walk around. Thanks for taking the time to explain a little more about what you’re doing.

[@patrickcoppens2164]

Thank you for taking time from your busy schedule to post these videos. They are informative and much appreciated!

[@kristofk1902]

Love these videos keep up the good work Swayne

[@RanBelGaming27]

Love how you bring us into the lifestyle of a pilot. I get so excited when you upload!

[@kimminkimmin1002]

Been watching your videos for over 3 years back in highschool and just decided to go for flight traning. Now i’m a A321 line tranning FO, respect for good work, it’s really motivated me throughout my training!

[@catherinehackett4562]

Your videos just keep getting better (which I didn't think was possible)! Thank you so much you are absolutely amazing

[@SwayneMartinPilot]

Appreciate it Catherine!

[@Acepilot2k7]

This is awesome, keep it up.

[@zerker121]

As a cabin crew for a major airline these videos are really interesting. Thank you so much for putting this value out there for free.

[@michaeltaft328]

Great video Swayne! This content is definitely helping me prepare mentally for when I get to the regionals! Thank you so much and keep it coming!

[@SwayneMartinPilot]

Awesome! I'm glad it helps

[@hawaiifiles]

I always find these videos to be very informative. It is good that you have kept up with the channel when you can.

[@DUIA77]

Swayne, you have the best videos. Thanks to the great partnership you have with Envoy and your great flight crew.

[@kidfreejones]

You answered the questions I didn't know to ask. Great video, really well put together. So much info in such a short time frame, super interesting to watch not just once! A real appreciation for what happens all around a passenger, it's not just getting on a bus and hoping for a hurry up!!

[@nicktheav8r269]

Great job showing what’s it’s like. Those flight deck shots bring back memories of when I flew the 145. Always found it to be a solid airplane ✈️

[@dylanbrinkerhoff966]

I work as a fueler for in Salt Lake City, I’m going to school working on my commercial license, can’t wait to join you in the airline business. As a fueler we always appreciate it when the flight crew thanks us!

[@cade_olson]

Again, these are awesome videos for people who get anxious about flying (especially ones like me who almost always fly on these exact aircraft). Thanks for making these!

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I have seen a couple of your videos in my feed, and i have no idea why I didn't subscribed to you a lot sooner? You make fantastic content for an avid aviation enthusiast, like me, and most importantly, for new young aspiring aviators out there. I wish you all the best in your career. Sincerely Jesper.

[@thebiffer100]

Another fantastic and professionally edited video Swayne, outstanding. As a retired airline guy I find you keep me "in the loop" by staying mentally sharp...by the way management would probably love to have you in the "office" eventually with your high standards and knowledge base, but in my own opinion there is no better fun than just "flying the line" and having a ball. Best of luck.

[@MrRocky1405]

You are such a clear communicator that it is great fun and very educational to watch your videos. Keep up the good work - Kudos!

[@BisZwo]

6:26 that statement is so thrue ! Coming from the military, I was really amazed during my first days as airline f/o by the swarm of people that reach your aircraft on the second you arrive and you put parking brake on : mechanics, coordinator, jetway operator, cleaning teams, luggages, it's an impressively well synched ballet ! I used to be quite alone with my acft and I felt almost overwhelmed :-D ! Nice video ! Nice job !

[@PaddyPilot]

Always the best videos! Even working with a part 135 operator, it takes me 25 minute turnarounds

[@davidmorgan8442]

Good videos man. They help prepare for what to expect.

[@typicalnick4176]

Amazing video as always.Keep it up man!

[@JeffDenham5691]

Love your videos Swayne. They are so informative and give us a great look behind the scenes and what goes on in the industry. Keep up the great work mate!

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Love these videos. Always so well presented

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First time viewer from Chicago. Awesome to see this filmed at Ohare. Great video as others have said. Subbed 👍

[@benderandownz]

I will be an airline Pilot because of you. Absolutely love your vids! You are such an inspiration, thank you!

[@SwayneMartinPilot]

Zeleathos I’m glad! Thank you!

[@abdulahmed5971]

Love the video as always! Im training for the a320 for a UK based airline and its so funny to hear the difference in pronounciation of things i.e. notams! Love the vids, keep them up

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Just saying I enjoy the quality of content and production of your video's. Thanks for another great episode.

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Great Job man! Keep it Up!

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Swayne! Military aviator here. Great job man. I'm looking at airlines as a possible option when I get back from this deployment. Found your vids. Impressive stuff man. You are quite accomplished.

[@dad325]

I'm a fueler at BDL in CT. Some of the turn times company planes have is crazy! Sometimes I will literally pull on the gate just as the plane gets there, take about 6 or 7 minutes to fuel it, then I'll see the plane ready for departure by the time I'm guided off the plane. PSA loves doing that. The only Envoy we get at BDL are the 175's. Every now and then we will get an Envoy 135/140 that diverts from LGA or something.

[@blewyd]

On your way to 100k!!! Well deserved!

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This is by far the best informational video regarding these kind of procedures.

[@AlanSmithee388]

Shot composition and editing are top notch, thank you, keep them coming!

[@bigrymrman]

This series of videos is truly amazing. Very thoughtfully produced. Thanks for sharing your experience as a pilot.

[@jetcoach]

You pack a lot of information into you’re videos! Thank you & great job!

[@AviatorGamer]

It’s always a pleasure to see your videos

[@barryhuizing2804]

Congratulations you are living your dream! That’s awesome.....keep smiling.

[@SwayneMartinPilot]

Appreciate it Barry!

[@Taxi_for_takeoff]

Keep these videos coming Swayne! I start with Envoy in August and the more you teach me the better!

[@SwayneMartinPilot]

Thanks Aaron!

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Congrats on 100k man. Well deserved.

[@michaelgrismer7887]

When I grow up, I want to be a pilot. You inspire me even more when I watch your videos. Thank you Swayne!

[@SwayneMartinPilot]

Thanks Mike!

[@supdude6027]

So true Micheal, evryting you said explains me

[@amd724]

These are really interesting for someone to watch who isn't trying to become a pilot! It is helpful for nervous flyers, just to understand just how much is going on behind the scenes to not only keep us safe, but to keep everything moving.

[@s.leszczynski5966]

LOVE these videos Swayne! Please, keep them up, you are doing great!

[@SwayneMartinPilot]

Will do!

[@brianperticari]

Best aviation videos out there. Hands down. Love it.

[@josephmarra3125]

Great videos! I’m a flight attendant now but I hope to become a pilot within the next 5-7 years, you explain everything you guys do in the cockpit very well, thanks!

[@annnonymous9791]

I was hoping that Purdue would have utilized your skills at the open house/ air show last month, but hopefully Envoy will share you with us next year! Excellent work!

[@SwayneMartinPilot]

ann nonymous maybe next time!

[@chrisshieff]

You've really articulated this well, great video. We do 30 min turns on the A320 at my airline in Australia, and trialled 25min for a time. Pax boarding, refuelling, loading, engineering and flight deck preparation all has to come together like a well oiled machine. But when it all works it's a thing of beauty...

[@SwayneMartinPilot]

Thank you! It's pretty cool to see how it all comes together for an on-time departure

[@TheEricBode]

Awesome video as always! Great motivation to go get the rest of my certs and start building hours! Keep it up!

[@pauljameson1]

Another great video my dude! Keep up the great work!

[@TheSheiban]

Fascinating stuff! Hope to fly with you one day :)

[@piercebtownsend]

Another banging video Swayne, enjoyed it. :)

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Swayne, thanks for posting another awesome video! Keep it up and have a great summer!!!

[@SwayneMartinPilot]

Thank you!

[@TJWallaroos]

Great job. Keep them coming.

[@thomasbaker3262]

Such a great speaker and teacher

[@MrTimetravler]

Thank you martin this really helps those like me that want to become professional pilots!!!! keep up the great work

[@Glideslopes]

Another superb informational video Swayne. I really enjoy you channel. Best of luck with your career. 👍

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Wow, this is a well put-together video

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Great editing! Liked and subbed

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Dude your videos are incredibly informational. These are def helpful to learn how things REALLY WORK.

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Almost 100k! Congratulations and keep up these amazing videos!!!

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Thanks for sharing ! Living the dream 👍🏻

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I always wanted to be a pilot! Your videos were so inspiring 🙌🙌

[@jackgreen2587]

Your videos are great. I have always wanted to be a pilot but you have really inspired me. Keep up the great work

[@SwayneMartinPilot]

Thanks Jack!

[@PaulGarthAviation]

Really great video, Swayne - tons of interesting information, presented seamlessly.

[@SwayneMartinPilot]

Hypnotherapy conversations with Paul Garth, C.Ht. Thank You!

[@dylanlevy2107]

Love your channel man, i love aviation i just dont know where to get started... So many different roles in an airport

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Your vids are better than most company prduced trng vids Great work ✌🏻

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That’s amazing how you remember to do all those things

[@jsking306]

Another outstanding video. Thanks...

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I wish you can be a pilot that can fly with always. I feel safe flying with pilot so detailed like you. I love aviation and you are one of the people who makes it great.

[@KoopavonRox]

Very well put together video! I want to become an A320 pilot one day :)

[@TOCAWITHCECI]

Hello Swayne, congratulations for these great videos! Salutations from Brazil!

[@TailsTheTwoTailedFox]

Loved the great outro sequence!! As for future videos I’d recommend perhaps doing videos on the other roles in Envoy such as the flight attendants or perhaps flight dispatch or crew scheduling

[@SwayneMartinPilot]

TailsThe2TailedFox planning to!

[@johnmeye]

Super interesting. Great job!

[@williambiggs2308]

You're doing great Swayne!!! Great speaking. Great videos. Great information. Thank you!

[@SwayneMartinPilot]

Thanks William!

[@notafanatic]

Excellent videos, very insightful and really well presented.

[@tommymonroe9528]

I love your videos Swayne... it seems like you’re becoming a celebrity there at envoy. I recently just met Andy La Susa with a group of students and we had a full 20 min conversation about you😂😂

[@SwayneMartinPilot]

That's awesome! Thanks Tommy

[@benjaminbowden5684]

What a fantastic and professional presentation. Thanks for keeping me safe in the air!

[@christopherbazaka1564]

a lot of stuff to do, very informative video thanks

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I just continued to watch this video due to your extraordinary presentation skills. amazing.

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Your so professional. 👏 You go

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I really enjoy how you are showing us what it takes in aviation! ✈️✈️✈️ planes have always interested me. Thanks for the awesome content

[@paulrom446]

Extremely well done! I used to work for a Regional on Ground Crew. One of us would also perform a cursory Walk around just to put a 2nd set of eyes 😹👀👁️ on it! I remember the 25 minute turns,! The start #1's, and the Salute! Good on you Mate!

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Wow this might be a first of a vlog that at my home airport! CVG❤️ I loved this video it was very interesting!❤️👍

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Avant-garde video as always 👍👏

[@heycameraman4411]

That explained sooo much. Thank you.