Yes, John Travolta is not just a "qualified" pilot; he is one of the most highly trained and experienced aviators in the celebrity world. As of his 72nd birthday in February 2026, Travolta added a Bombardier Global Express SIC (Second-in-Command) license to his extensive credentials. He has been a licensed pilot since the age of 22 and holds "type ratings" for 11 different aircraft, including the Boeing 737, 707, and 747. For years, he famously owned a Boeing 707 (painted in vintage Qantas livery) which he kept at his home in a specialized "fly-in" community in Florida. He is also an "Ambassador of Aviation" and has frequently used his piloting skills for humanitarian missions, such as flying supplies to Haiti following the 2010 earthquake. In 2026, his commitment to aviation remains a "second career," and he continues to undergo rigorous recurrent training and testing to maintain his commercial-grade licenses, proving that his passion for the cockpit is a professional-level pursuit rather than a simple hobby.