In this revealing clip from our Journey’s Series, Captain Michael Kwinga walks us through the formative years of his aviation career, from his first steps into the cockpit in Kenya to advanced airline-focused training in the UK and the US.

He shares fascinating insights into why many Kenyan pilots opted to build their flying hours in the United States, the cost advantages of US general aviation, and how this path ultimately helped him earn dual licenses both Kenyan and American. We also hear about his transition back to Kenya, the license conversion process, and how early exposure to structured, airline-style training helped shape his professional approach.

This conversation sheds light on the varied paths to becoming a commercial airline pilot and the evolving landscape of pilot training globally.