Episode notes
In this inspiring and deeply personal episode, we are honored to welcome Captain Mark Tomlinson — an EasyJet pilot whose lifelong passion for aviation began long before he ever stepped into a cockpit.
From his childhood just minutes away from Manchester Airport, to the countless afternoons spent watching airplanes with his dad, to building model aircraft and taking his very first trial flight during his A-levels — Mark’s story shows how a single spark can grow into a lifelong mission.
Nothing great begins fully formed. ✈️🔥 Mark didn’t wake up one morning as a pilot. He worked for it — day after day, step after step.
He pushed through the intense months of ground school. He trained on small propeller aircraft before progressing to twin engines. He mastered the Airbus simulator before ever touching the real thing ...