Maria Pettersson "PilotMaria"

Maria Pettersson, also known as PilotMaria, is a Swedish commercial airline pilot and content creator, widely recognized for making aviation accessible and inspiring to a broad audience. Through her social media channels, she offers a unique behind-the-scenes perspective on life as a pilot, combining professional expertise with an engaging and educational approach.

Her content focuses on aviation, travel, and everyday life in the cockpit, often explaining complex aspects of flying in a clear and relatable way. By sharing both the challenges and the excitement of her profession, PilotMaria inspires curiosity about aviation and encourages more people—especially young women—to consider careers within the industry.

PilotMaria’s communication style is authentic, informative, and grounded, which has helped her build strong trust and credibility among her followers. She is known for breaking down stereotypes within aviation and highlighting safety, responsibility, and lifelong learning as key parts of her work.

In addition to her digital presence, PilotMaria collaborates with brands and organizations within aviation, travel, technology, and education. With her professional background, clear communication, and passion for flying, she has established herself as a respected and influential voice within Swedish social media, aviation, and educational content.