Taking Flight / W Aneisha Trim (Commercial Pilot)

In this episode we are taking flight in an exciting conversation with Aneisha Trim a Commercial Pilot from the Caribbean, whose journey in aviation is both inspiring and impactful. She flies with one of the  leading carriers, to destinations across the Caribbean. 

In this episode, we spoke about Aneisha's journey to becoming an aviator, what the reality of life as a pilot truly looks like and her experience flying the friendly skies. 

Aneisha said the desire to become a Pilot arose when as a flight attendant she walked into the Cockpit and saw the many blinking lights and buttons on the dashboard, instantly she felt a spark and that birth the desire to fly. 

Aneisha shared about her first familiarization test flight in the air (in a light airplane) with an instructor, which further solidified her desire and determination to pursue this path. 

We discussed the rigors and extensive training required at different stages of the training process, and how she was able to navigate that season in her life. She said it requires countless hours of study and exams. 

Aneisha spoke about flight school, generally the process can take about 2 years and is very costly. However persons can fly and learn at their own pace beyond the 2 year period. Aneisha did her training first in Trinidad to obtain her private license, then completed training in Miami, to acquire her full commercial license. 

Aneisha shared about her experience of being one of the few black female aviators from the Caribbean in the Miami flight school. It was a novelty among her peers, which created quite a buzz. She did however find the experience enjoyable and was able to successfully complete her studies.  

After obtaining a Commercial license, the process for applying and waiting to be hired to work at an airline, can sometimes vary and be lengthy. Aneisha was fortunate to be hired shortly after her license. Once accepted and assigned to an aircraft, she then had to do more training to learn how to use that specific aircraft.

We talked about a day in the life of a Pilot. Which starts with them looking at aviation dashboards, preparation for each flight, briefings to crew, aircraft checks and to generally ensure that all the checks and protocols are done before a flight. 

When asked what she likes most about flying, Aneisha said being able to work with different crews, flying in the sky, seeing the horizons, flying into new airports and just everything about aviation. 

Aneisha sheds light on what is turbulence, how it impacts the aircraft and how Pilots fly through atmospheric conditions; to make flights more comfortable for passengers.  She also shares some practical tips on how passengers can feel calmer and enjoy their inflight travel experience.

We chat about her lifestyle blog and how she loves sharing and capturing moments to show the beauty of Countries around the world. 

We chat about the destinations she loves like Thailand and Greece, and also places in the Caribbean. Aneisha says Grenada reminds her of  home in Tobago. She fancies islands like Barbados, St. Lucia and others.  

When asked as a Pilot, which Country she likes flying into, it is St. Maarten which is thrilling to see the person on the shoreline waiting for the planes to fly above them. 

Aneisha's message to people who want to pursue their dreams are "goals can be achieved, just focus and remember why you started the journey, don't give up." 

I invite you to listen to this thrilling conversation. From Tobago to the Cockpit to the World, Aneisha's story will make your heart soar and make you believe that the sky is the limit.