Top 10 Airline Pilot Life Hacks You Should Know

[@SwayneMartinPilot]

What's your favorite life hack/travel tip?

[@avionions1290]

A personal one is always be prepared to spend a night somewhere, I once got delayed in Atlanta, and spent 18 hours there before driving 9 hours to Miami.

[@tentingaroundflorida]

Always use your shoes for storage. Either put your socks in them or something. Also put your shoes in some type of bag. Did they take up a lot of space and you can store quite a bit inside of them

[@jamtrack7867]

Kyler Mcnabb yes, when I travel a lot of utilities in there so I can put more clothes in a suitcase

[@jamtrack7867]

Besides that I love traveling🙂

[@westoneuler4065]

i always pack electronics and sandals at the top of my bag to make security a breeze, and while it isn’t a hack i don’t ever buy duty free stuff because 99% of the time it ultimately costs just as much if not more than buying it when i get home.

[@westoneuler4065]

i’m sitting here thinking “damn this guys got great fashion sense” but then you said boyfriend and it all made sense😂 great vid man!

[@SwayneMartinPilot]

HA! Not sure if that's what does it, but one thing's for sure... I get a LOT of tips from Sam!

[@chinenyennake4782]

Literally came here to write the same thing 😂. Nice one swayne

[@auggith]

Haha same place I find my fashion sense 😏

[@SamEckholm]

Swayne Martin you’re sweet ☺️

[@jerrywotkins6344]

I guarantee you guys thought poorly of gays until you found out Swayne was gay. You must follow your leader in your minds, whatever Swayne loves or hates, you love and hate as well.

[@Apollo_Tsakiris]

A pilot using a checklist? That's a new one.

[@SwayneMartinPilot]

I know I know... Cheesy but seriously it helps!

[@lucabuckley5643]

😂

[@lv7985]

Hahahaha

[@biniyameshetu4535]

Sarcasm at its finest 😂🙏

[@skyboi8605]

Apollo Tsakiris I’m a flight attendant with another airline. I do the same thing using a packing list.

[@LukePylypciw]

“We don’t live normal lives.” We live amazing lives!😅 Love the Vid Swayne!

[@SwayneMartinPilot]

Amazing - But also something totally atypical!

[@stephengaut2367]

TheContentExchange Mokulele isn’t paying near as much as he is making right now, quit hating and do something with your life.

[@isaacparadis7951]

@@TheContentExchange Low pay? Do you know how much pilots make?

[@jeremiahjones4436]

As a fellow pilot and filmmaker I’ve got to say, YOU KILLED IT on the lighting/background setup. Great advice and great quality videos!

[@SwayneMartinPilot]

Sam did a great job making this studio!

[@asniyani3290]

@@SwayneMartinPilot Nanti,Bawa,sama,Mh,Sepatu,Mh,Mau,beli,da.Mahal??Bukan...

[@graciellazanetta5866]

@@asniyani3290 Huh? I know what it means, but I don't understand what you're trying to say...

[@SamEckholm]

WHEN I GROW UP I WANT TO BE PILOT

[@SwayneMartinPilot]

Lol you're ridiculous Sam

[@benderaviation]

LoL

[@FormulaMeme]

I thought I recognized the background somewhere.

[@ShannonBrooklyn]

You can't do both of those things.... You gotta pick one..

[@shazf18]

YEAH HES A PILOT GRAPE

[@MilkBoy17520]

If you're constantly staying in hotel rooms, take a picture of your door number when you get to your room. That way you have the number easily accessible and don't have to do something unsafe like writing it on the key/paper key sleeve. Same tip works for coat&bag checks, take a picture of the tag in case it falls out of your pocket.

[@yendor2043]

I also do this with rental car license plates and parking lot signs to know where I parked in large parking lots.

[@JenniferPerryMyScraproom]

I travel on a ton of business trips with my husband and not only has taking a photo of the room number saved our bacon a few times but also getting one extra room key. That room key goes in my pocket when I am IN the hotel. I have a bad habit of forgetting the key in the room when doing laundry or going down for breakfast. The key in my pocket has saved me a few times.

[@jshoq]

My favorite travel tip... Packing cubes. I have had my travel transformed thanks to packing cubes. I can leave them in my bag like you do and pull out the one I need or unpack into drawers but just unzip and open the cube in the drawer. As my trips move along, I have clean and dirty cubes and the dirty ones stay packed. Mind you that I used to travel for a few weeks at a time with multiple destinations.

[@redtazdev1768]

I love what you put in the extras part of the packing checklist, so wholesome.

[@joshuaclemons7775]

I’m a sophomore in high school and I want to be an airline pilot when I’m older. Should I get my private pilots before I go to college.

[@SwayneMartinPilot]

If you can, I recommend it!

[@wi_spotter]

It’s totally worth it, I just soloed for my PPL and I’m 17.

[@TAILSORANGEs]

@@SwayneMartinPilot Greetings from Singapore.

[@davidwarner1191]

I just soloed for my PPL this past week. Gets you a step ahead of others that don’t have their PPL going into college.

[@Tomc4tyt]

@Alexis Morizot if you want to become a pilot, I would recommend ERAU or UND, I currently got to ERAU in AZ and its awesome here

[@mikeymikeymotorbikey]

I expected to see a bunch of hateful comments, but to my surprise, its all positive. Way to go Swayne.

[@harrytibbs6313]

Sadly that’s not true. I’ve seen like 20 so far

[@kdamien]

Just Started my training in the Piper Archer.

[@TwoGerbils]

I started mine in the piper warrior!

[@22640cal]

Im a commercial rotor dude doing my fixed wing add on in a Piper Cherokee lol

[@haydengrotz2748]

So cool! I started about a month ago in the Archer as well!

[@oreoblizzmaniacyt6244]

About to finish my PPL training in the archer, definitely a good plane to learn in

[@joshkiefer8900]

Nice dude

[@mariojorge4447]

I'm old pilot almost getting retired (10 years more) , when I see your videos make me remember my self. Always very organized and sharp ! I did like the tennis shoes . Keep the good videos and take care of aviation and personal life 😍

[@davidbartlett7344]

I am a hotel manager and i know exactly what you face in a hotel. I have had crews at many of my hotels. Best wishes man. Love your videos.

[@hudspace]

The packing checklist is gold. The key though, is to actually use it. Like an actual SAY AND DO checklist. Because after you’ve used one for a while it can be tempting to get overconfident in your memory of the packing routine and not reference the checklist. And then you still end up leaving home without your iPad charger or some equally critical item.

[@christinem4655]

The hanger on the curtains is pure genius! Simple and effective!

[@fernandos.8158]

awesome channel and video. I had to share it with my son. He is working on becoming a commercial pilot and has one more year of college to finish his degree. I am excited for him to see so many opportunities available out there. He gets discouraged sometimes because this career plan gets quite expensive. I keep telling him that he will soon enjoy all the hard work he has put into becoming a pilot.

[@treyfeeley2519]

Glad you didn't get furloughed!! You look SO happy! I am glad you found a nice person to share life with!!

[@juliegost1205]

You Swayne are Amazing !!!

[@SwayneMartinPilot]

Thanks Julie!

[@danielaristizabal5705]

Every video you make is better than the last one, excellent quality and just too useful !

[@ldfranklin2]

Using the in-room coat hanger clips to keep the light out is a stroke of genius. Great tip!

[@kevinp8108]

Hi Swayne, at 04:12...you forgot to mention your power strip. I always pack an extension cord or power strip whenever I travel because oftentimes the outlets near the nightstand are taken by the lamps so there isn't an available outlet for my mobile phone and/or laptop chargers. For people who sail on cruises, the cabins have limited outlets (only two outlets) so an extension cord is useful for charging your phones, laptops and digital alarm clocks.

[@Luke-zt6xl]

I just started flight training and I’m so excited! Also, congratulations with your boyfriend!

[@ScreaminEmu]

here's a pro tip for everyone: quit slamming your goddamned hotel doors. other crewmembers are trying to sleep!

[@Pilotemilie]

THANK YOU 😅

[@domin755]

A truer comment has never been made

[@limajuliett3406]

Thank you!

[@a320family6]

🤣🤣

[@jeremyvelez6212]

Lucky man he's a cutie and handles the F22 PR insane!!!

[@patrickanderson4759]

You are quite a man Swayne. You have success waiting for you in every step of your career. Great videos. Remain true to yourself and your audience!

[@aurboda]

it's always amazing how far Swayne has come on this channel, feels kinda good to have known him ever since he was learning to fly

[@anandshedde]

Nice video Swayne! Very informative!

[@corriebrownrigg0977]

Swayne's Video production quality is perfect

[@tentingaroundflorida]

Glad your still uploading in this hard time we all are going through

[@PilotStudd]

Can’t wait to watch this Swayne, gonna start my PPL soon, you’re an inspiration for me and my KZbin channel, I was at 100 subs last time I commented on one of your vids now nearly at 2k! Thanks

[@SwayneMartinPilot]

Wow that's awesome!

[@alt0_vi0lin]

Oh my gosh...the iron test is genius. Never thought of that and have been burned by grimy iron on dress shirt a few times. Not a pilot but a traveling businessman. Thanks!

[@benderaviation]

I love to fly in my all birds, super comfy and you don't even need socks! On a side note you look so much more grown up now compared to when you started flying for mokulele and even in your PPL videos. Lastly, Sam's studio lighting is on point.

[@andrewperez795]

Been watching your videos for years now. This has to be my absolute favorite! Great quality and just love hearing about life as a pilot. Big dream of mine. Can’t wait for the next.

[@declary]

Love the closet hanger trick for the curtains, heck yes!

[@francinejaninesarmiento1797]

Appreciate your tips and tricks! Now I'm ready to travel with my Bento Bag I bought from Nomad Lane. This is a game-changer

[@markg7963]

Airline pilot here. In the wintertime or transiting cold climates I throw in a pair of black silk underwear. Same stuff you use for skiing in wintertime. They don’t make you hot, but keeps the chill down for those cold vans and walk arounds. You are right, unless you are continuously flying in super cold climates, the thick jacket is a waste of space.

[@billforceone9808]

Long time subscriber. Love your stuff man. Living the CFI life now at about 400 hours. Can’t wait to hit the airlines when things get back to normal in a few years. Great content as always man.

[@fricardpro]

Hey Bill, Checking your comment 2 years after you posted it. Did you manage to hit them yet ? Good luck ;)

[@andysorensen1737]

The popcorn in the ice bucket isn’t something you’d think about but yeah, something pretty easy and fun to do!

[@steve-o5600]

Having worked in a hotel and seen what goes on, I wouldn't eat/drink anything from an ice-bucket, including ice. Having worked in a hotel and seen what goes on, I wouldn't stay in a hotel either, unless I had no choice LOL.

[@UncypheredRoblox]

Cant wait to start my flight training. You alwayd inspire me to chase my dream every video.

[@shawntaylor9338]

I use the checklist before every trip, especially for my kids because they always forget something. 😆 I really enjoy your videos - it’s cool seeing pilot life behind the scenes!

[@SwayneMartinPilot]

Awesome! It really is helpful right?!

[@shawntaylor9338]

It really is!

[@TJWallaroos]

WHAT! Boyfriend! As a disabled Air Force vet that is gay it made me smile ear to ear. Congrats! He’s cute too! So happy for you!

[@leeande21]

Another great video Swayne

[@SwayneMartinPilot]

Thank you!

[@jlatus2304]

I am not sure how I found this channel. I am not a pilot, I will never be a pilot, I don't even really like flying. But this is one of my favorites.

[@hashcoffeee]

Very cool watching your journey Swayne

[@rgvsilva]

I loved the tips, it will help tons of people. The idea of having a bag stand back home makes total sense. Looking for one for me immediately now.

[@Mikidy303]

I've watched your videos a long time. You never cease to amaze me. I wish I had half of your drive and organization when I was your age. Now it's time to find a packing checklist...Thanks,

[@benjohnson2183]

Travel challenge: pack for a two week trip in Europe with only a backpack and a carry on sized bag. thatll teach you how to pack! sure as hell taught me what is really necessary

[@adrianedge9605]

I'm glad i'm not the only one having problems with light coming through a crack in window curtains! Staying overnight at different hotels, cities and time zones I've encountered common problems with hotel rooms staying dark during rest hours. I've always bring an electrical tape to stick the side of the curtains on to the wall to reduce lights from coming through, and usually a small furniture to hold the middle curtains together. But I've never thought of using hangar pant clips to hold them together, so that's a good tip! I'll be trying that on my next overnight.

[@deltonbaileyt.v.3774]

I enjoyed the video. I thought the ice bucket for the popcorn was neat.

[@Simon_B74]

Swayne just had to throw a five minute break in my morning, can’t not watch one of these videos! Hopefully I’ll still remember these in a few years when I need them 😂

[@ezan3363]

These videos motivate me even more to become a pilot . Keep It Up !

[@timmendoza429]

I use hack #8 all the time. I’m going to try these other hacks my self. Awesome video Swayne

[@ciaranmacdonald9691]

my new favorite youtuber

[@kenzotakahashi4283]

Always carry two powerbanks each having a capacity to charge your smartphone at least twice. I'm not (yet 🙏) a pilot but I travel a lot, and I lost count how many times it saved my life. First contact with your channel, looks good. Good man, subscribed! 🛫

[@mrgeekgaming4868]

OMG bro your my favourite KZbinr, i have always wanted to be a pilot and im going flight school soon so wish me luck guys

[@TecHDynamic]

nothing hits harder than 1 dollar pretzels out of a vending machine at 7:00 am

[@wi_spotter]

This is great Swayne! I’ve been looking forward to a video like this!

[@guitar4851]

good stuff Swayne. Just finishing up flight school and still deciding whether the airline life is for me or not.

[@triazx1608]

I want to become a pilot but I am confused how to go from a regional plane to a international one. Keep up the good videos I watch you everyday! ;)

[@dereklacy]

As an up-and-coming professional pilot, I'd love to hear some tips and tricks for maintaining a healthy relationship while living on the road.

[@eganyoung1352]

Yay new video!!!

[@SwayneMartinPilot]

Enjoy!

[@amorestperpe]

The production of your videos is always top notch. Honestly best I've seen.

[@kaiivanderwilp815]

Awesome video Swayne keep it up we love you

[@icysam18]

great video i live in the UK and i want to be a pilot for british airways so very useful video thanks stay safe

[@elijahkennedy-gibbens2593]

You and Sam make a great couple! I had no idea until this video. I subscribed to both of you before I knew the connection. How cool! You two are seriously some of the best KZbinrs I have ever watched and are making a huge influence on my life. You two should appear in the same video some time!

[@uaglobalallianceam4296]

Number 10

[@chromebomb]

i love checklists!!

[@chrisbrown05819]

I always brought my second pair of walking shoes in a plastic bag. So your clothes don’t get dirty. Also bring a smaller bag for dirty clothes only. Bring a battery bank to charge your phone because most airports haven’t figured out to put outlets on every seat

[@benjamincollins8559]

For me I use a backpack for things like a iPad, bathroom kit, charger cords. If your looking to down size for a short trip you can use a drawstring backpack for items the size of a iPad and smaller accidentales.

[@Pierre.P4]

Great job on your vids Swayne. I’m an Envoy team member as well and dig you represent us well. Take care bro.

[@lucabuckley5643]

Wow. What a fantastic video. Your editing and content has gotten so incredibly great over the years. Loved this video. So helpful. Not a pilot yet... but I certainly am an aspiring one!

[@gamingtmas8842]

Nice video bro

[@galchiles8550]

Even myself, being a seafarer, found this video super useful and great fun!

[@veebhushah9667]

Damn would have never guessed it but man it does make sense hope your happy man with your dream job

[@FollowTheJohn]

I love watching you pursue your passion.

[@erikrichmond4550]

I always take a drawstring backpack with me, sometimes two. The kind you often get as a promotional item for free. I use it to pack my shoes in like you suggested putting them in a bag. It takes up no space, and is useful if you have some down time to do some exploring in the city your are in. That way you have some sort of backpack for essentials like a windbreaker, water bottle, and phone charger, when out. I will often switch it out, and use it for a dirty laundry bag, if I need one, on the leg home.

[@SashaBlake]

Omg love the travel rack hack!

[@pilota3405]

great video buddy keep it up hope to catch a flight with you after covid

[@rodrigoaalonso_]

You have been inspirational for me, thank you for your content !!

[@Motoxman319]

I start at a regional in a few months. Your videos have been awesome as I prepare for the career shift! Keep up the good work!!

[@cdtaylor7732]

Great video! I’m almost wrapped up with my commercial program and will be time building. Some of this would help with just being a CFI and II. It’d be great to also pass down to students as well, especially the personalized checklist!

[@corriebrownrigg0977]

The production quality of these videos is great, keep it up!

[@Guantar90]

I have a spare toiletries kit that doesn’t leave my bag when I get home. It’s definitely higher upfront cost but I haven’t forgotten my stuff at home since.

[@jimbo3023]

I love this video ‘cause it’s so much more personal

[@SwayneMartinPilot]

I'm glad!

[@nkgreenday]

Dude your boyfriends videos about the Air Force are really inspiring I had no idea. I thought the background looked familiar lol

[@zachpincus8471]

Another great video! Best pilot content

[@reneecollin8825]

Hello Swayne - thxs for the "drapery - coat hanger"! Why didn't I think of this? Stay safe 🌸✈

[@amfwelsh]

Any plans for you and Sam to do another video some time? Been with my partner Tim for 17 years this month ! Time flies!

[@lukebouma9292]

I use to travel for work to the point where I would be away from home 2 or 3 weeks a month. I also bought a luggage stand from Amazon for my house. Makes packing so much easier! Also, I can just leave it up and don't need to worry about taking the luggage off of my bed.

[@limajuliett3406]

I use packing cubes (space savers) and have a full toiletry bag ready to go in the suitcase, so I don't have to think about what I need to put in it. The packable down jacket is standard, you never know where you'll have a technical problem.

[@thachamp12]

Your production has come a long way, keep up the good work and thank you for the videos!

[@rayanmarianelli1371]

Hey Swayne, been a Subscriber for about a year and I find all of your videos very helpful for us aspiring pilots(btw starting training in 2 weeks at ATP). Keep up the great work and we'll be expecting your next video. Thanks!

[@eganyoung1352]

Sad how many people are being rude to you in the comments! Amazing video!!!

[@harrytibbs6313]

So many people are being homophobic it’s just sad honestly

[@firstlast9731]

I don't see anyone being rude? Maybe I didn't scroll far down enough

[@eganyoung1352]

@@firstlast9731 there were when the video was first released

[@firstlast9731]

@@eganyoung1352 oh ok

[@bradjaniszeski109]

I came across your channel Swayne when watching some of Mentour's content. Also I saw the video when you were on with Mentour! Very cool! Mentour's was the first aviation channel I started watching years ago/yours was second and then I came across Captain Joe. All 3 of you I follow. You all provide such a great perspective on the aviation industry. I am not a pilot however the content you provide is very interesting. I used to be afraid to fly and started watching Mentour's channel and now I can't wait to get on a plane. Great job on the channel! Keep on posting videos as I know we all will continue to be loyal viewers!

[@albertnunes8552]

Great videos, keep them coming. Safe flying.

[@chucksweeney2769]

Thanks for the excellent videos and inspiration! I’ve taken my discovery flight and have my first official PPL lesson next week out of KCRG in Jacksonville.

[@jimthompson7144]

I often wonder if you were the Mokulele pilot I spoke to at the Kahului (OGG) Costco food court several years ago. Keep up the great work. I just wish I were 40 years younger. Oh well, I fly for fun and one of these days may get that CFI ticket. I always enjoyed teaching, a 42 year career.

[@fudailsyed8615]

That's why the background looked so familiar. 😂😂😂

[@eazyvictorproductions8217]

Brooo the hangar clip is a game changer