Glamorous airline pilot becomes Instagram sensation with stunning snaps from cockpit and exotic destinations she’s paid to visit

A glamorous female pilot has become an Instagram sensation thanks to snaps of her enviable life as she jets around the world.

Dutch born Eser Aksan Erdogan, 31, who lives in Turkey has been flying around the Middle East and Europe for Pegasus airlines for three years.

And snaps of her downtime with husband, fellow pilot Volkan, shows her relaxing on a Mediterranean cruise, exploring Jordan and taking in the breathtaking views in Costa Rica.

Dutch born pilot Eser Aksan Erdogan, 31, who lives in Turkey has become an online sensation by sharing her glamorous life of travel with her 22,000 followers

Now she’s hoping that her example will encourage more female pilots to join the male dominated industry, telling the Mirror: ‘You can see all kinds of beautiful things up there, like at night at 41,000ft when there is no moon you can see the Milky Way sometimes.

Eser sailing in the blue lagoon in Malta while enjoying her time off from flying

Eser and her husband Volkan are currently holidaying in Costa Rica. The couple, who are both pilots, schedule their time off so that they can travel together

The happy couple snuggle up while sailing around Capri

The couple enjoying the sunrise on safari in Tanzania

Eser and Volkan on their wedding day in 2015 on the beach in the Seychelles

Eser, who flies for Pegasus airlines, says that being a pilot is the best job in the world despite the long shifts and anti social hours

‘In Scandinavia you can see the Aurora Borealis in winter time and when passing near clouds with static energy there is a phenomenon called St. Elmo’s fire on your windscreen which is almost hypnotising.’

Former polo player Eser has even landed in Saudi Arabia, a country where women aren’t allowed to drive, with an all-female crew.

Eser has travelled to more than 50 countries, including Brazil, The Seychelles, Austraila and Morocco.

But she warns that the job is not all glitz and glamour and involves a lot of study and weekend work with long shifts up to 16 hours.

Eser and her husband exploring the historic sights of Petra in Jordan

The former polo player has been flying for the past three years and wants to see more women get involved in the industry

Often she wakes up with no idea where she is and is used to seeing the inside of a lot of hotel rooms.

And she admits that you’re likely to lose friends as you’ll be away for so many important occasions.

However, she insists that it’s the best job in the world and that the travel opportunities and stunning views from the cockpit make it all worthwhile.

Another upside is that Eser’s husband Volkan is also a pilot so they operate to the same schedule and use their time off to go travelling together.

Eser paddle boarding on the Riviera Maya on holiday in Mexico just a few days ago

Admiring the view from the Grand Hotel Vesuvio in Naples, Italy

Views such as the Toros mountains in Turkey, approaching Adana, are a major perk of the job

The couple married on the beach in the Seychelles in 2015. Currently they are enjoying an adventure holiday in Costa Rica, going zip lining, hiking and horse riding

The adventure-loving couple admiring the Wadi Rum wilderness in Jordan

Just days earlier they were exploring Mayan ruins and relaxing on the beach in Mexico.

Now Eser hopes that her example will encourage more women to get into aviation, which is still very much a male dominated industry.

According to the International Society of Women Airline Pilots (ISA) there are only around 4,000 female pilots in the world.

That’s just over three per cent of the 130,000 total. ‘From the bottom of my heart I hope more girls would choose this career since it’s still a pretty much male-dominated industry,’ Eser said.

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These are the 5 oldest airlines Still Operating in the World

The history of aviation is an exciting adventure formed by the pioneering efforts of several individuals and organizations. The world’s oldest airlines, which have played a vital role in establishing the global travel sector, are among these trailblazers.

In this article, we will explore the five oldest airlines still in operation today, highlighting their remarkable journeys and enduring legacies in the world of aviation.

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1. Finnair:

Founded: November 1, 1923
Headquarters: Vantaa, Finland
Primary Hub(s): Helsinki Airport
Fleet Size: 84
Destinations: 132

As a pioneer in European aviation, Finnair, founded in 1923, Marked its remarkable centennial milestone on November 1, 2023. Being among the oldest airlines in Europe, Finnair has witnessed many changes over the past 100 years, going from a small regional airline with few routes to a global leader in both air travel and hospitality.

Finnair’s adaptability has been demonstrated by its ability to quickly adjust to recent geopolitical developments and continue providing clients with exceptional service in its distinctive Nordic manner, even as it expands its services to North America and Southeast Asia.

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2. Qantas:

Founded: November 16, 1920
Headquarters: Mascot, Sydney, Australia
Primary Hub(s): Brisbane Airport, Melbourne Airport, and Sydney Airport
Fleet Size: 130
Destinations: 85

Qantas is Australia’s flag carrier and the country’s and Oceania’s largest airline in terms of fleet size, overseas flights, and international destinations. It is the second-oldest airline still in operation.

Australian carrier Qantas holds its name among the oldest airlines in the world, with its foundations dating back to November 1920. Recently On November 16, 2020, QANTAS celebrated its remarkable centenary.

3. KLM Royal Dutuch Airlines

Founded: October 7, 1919
Headquarters: Amstelveen, North Holland, Netherlands
Primary Hub(s): Amstelveen, North Holland, Netherlands
Fleet Size: 116
Destinations: 145

KLM, officially known as KLM Royal Dutch Airlines, is the world’s oldest airline that is still in operation under its original name. On October 7, 1919, the company was founded. Four years ago, On 07 October 2019, KLM celebrated its remarkable centenary. As an airline from the beginning of the 20th century, it survived World War II and is currently part of the Air France-KLM company.

4. Aeroflot

Founded: February 3, 1923
Headquarters: Moscow, Russia
Primary Hub(s): Sheremetyevo International Airport
Fleet Size: 247
Destinations: 146

Aeroflot is Russia’s national carrier and largest airline. It is also Eastern Europe’s oldest airline, having been founded in early 1923. DOBOROLET, or The Russian Society for Voluntary Air Fleet, was the airline’s original name.

Aeroflot concentrated on foreign routes out of Moscow when the airline was separated into several enterprises. In celebration of its 100th anniversary in 2023, Russian airline Aeroflot (SU) recently began a series of retro-style flights, transporting customers on a nostalgic journey through time.

5. Avianca

Founded: December 5, 1919
Headquarters: Bogotá, Colombia
Primary Hub(s): El Dorado International Airport and San Óscar Arnulfo Romero International Airport (Avianca El Salvador)
Fleet Size: 102
Destinations: 114

On December 5, 2019, Avianca commemorated its 100th anniversary. The airline was founded in late 1919, according to its history. After acquiring a number of airlines in nearby nations, Avianca has grown to become one of Latin America’s biggest airline groups, with a fleet of over 130 aircraft and a network of subsidiaries covering almost the entire continent.