Travel Like a Pilot: Your Guide to Long-Haul FLYING

Practical long-haul travel advice from an experienced airline pilot.

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Hello and welcome to Travel Like a Pilot, a blog with tips and advice from the unique perspective of a long haul pilot.

My name is Jimbo and I'm attempting to give new travellers some useful advice for long haul flying, with some handy tips and tricks that you may never have thought about but will save you a lot of grief.

On this site you will find articles aimed at helping you navigate airports, aircraft and everything to do with flying. If you can't find the information you are looking for on the site, please contact me using the contact page and I'll be sure to write an article to provide some insight.

Planning a long haul flight?

Your Ultimate Guide to Planning a Long Haul Flight

 From choosing your flight and packing your bag, to optimising your sleep on board and helping beat jet lag, this is everything I think about when I plan a long haul trip.

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Flight Preparation

Learn about flight bookings, getting the right visas and advice on packing your case.

In-Flight Tips

Discover tips and tricks that pilots use to make their long flights more comfortable and safe.

Post-Flight Guidance

Get advice on what to do after landing to make your trip more enjoyable.

What I Travel With

Find out what I bring along with me on all of my long haul trips, both work and leisure.

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