Join me for an inspiring conversation with professional pilot and motivational speaker, Cran Middlecoat—also known as "That Pilot Guy." ✈️
I met up with Cran at the Gold Coast Broadwater Parklands during the Monster Machinery Day to discuss his remarkable 30-year career in aviation. In this interview, Cran shares the real story behind life in the cockpit, including a harrowing experience with a hydraulic system failure where his training was the difference between disaster and a safe landing.
Cran is a passionate advocate for the next generation, specifically focusing on STEM education. He is encouraging young people—with a special emphasis on increasing female representation in the flight deck—to pursue their dreams in aviation. 🚁
We also cover his upcoming participation in the Pacific Airshow Gold Coast, taking place August 14–16, 2026. Cran will be hosting the "Students with Altitude" STEM day on Friday, August 14th, providing a hands-on experience for schools in the NXTGN STEM Lab.
