Get ready to ascend into a flight of fun with our collection of pilot jokes, puns, and sayings! From the cheeky chuckles that keep the control tower entertained, to the high-altitude hilarity that dominates the cockpit, we’ve gathered the best (or possibly the worst) of aviation humor. Here’s a first-class ticket for anyone who appreciates a good laugh and doesn’t mind a little turbulence. So, stow your tray table, put your seat in the upright position, and get ready to jet off into a no-fly zone of uncontrollable giggles and snickers.
A ground crew member said, “I love working with pilots. Every time they use the intercom, it’s like a stand-up comedy show. ‘We’ll be flying at whatever altitude I like, weather permitting. And by weather, I mean my mood.'”
Auto-Pilot Mode: Engage Laughter with These Cockpit Quips
My girlfriend is pretty funny, last night she said “Why fly economy when you can fly with me?” Did I mention she’s a pilot…
Why don’t pilots trust autopilot? Because a robot can’t appreciate their coffee break.
What do you call when a pilot breaks up with their significant other? Solo flight.
Why don’t aircraft ever get tired? Because they have plenty of rest during layovers!
You know you’re a pilot when clouds seem like potential friends! ???????
Why did the pilot sit on her watch? She wanted to have “time flies.”
Why was the airplane so good at school? Because it was always above C level.
Why did the pilot take up knitting? Because it’s the only thing that’s not on autopilot.
My mom says my idea of a three-course meal is a takeoff, a snack, and a landing.
How do pilots stay cool? By keeping their altitude.
What do you call when two aircraft break up? A jet-isoned relationship.
What’s a pilot’s favorite type of bag? A flight bag, because it’s the only one that takes off with them.
How do co-pilots handle stress? By staying above it. ?????
Why don’t airplanes ever get lost? They always take flight with a plan.
Why don’t pilots get lost? Because they always take off from a known location.
What’s a pilot’s favorite game? Cloud bingo. ???
How do pilots spice up their relationship? With frequent layovers.
What do you call a nervous pilot? A jitter-wing.
Why did the pilot bring a ladder? Because they heard the flight was going to be over their head.
The pilot’s wife is a flight attendant, that’s how they met. She remembers, “Our first date? It was love at first flight!“
What’s an aircraft’s favorite game? Hide and Seek. It hides in the hangar; you seek on the radar.
How does a pilot break the ice? “Did I mention I’m a pilot?”
Why did the co-pilot go back to school? To get a higher education!
What’s a pilot’s least favorite type of music? Heavy metal, because it’s too hard to lift off.
The control tower operator said, “I told the pilot to give me his position. He said he was next to a cloud that looked like a lion. I told him to stay put, I’d find Simba.”
How do you know there’s a flight crew member at your party? They’re the ones always talking about their high life.
Why was the pilot a good musician? They were great at hitting high notes.
What’s a pilot’s favorite type of chocolate? Plane chocolate. ???
Why do pilots dislike early flights? Because they’re not on cloud nine yet.
What did the pilot say about my jokes? They’re just plane funny! ?
More Knee Slapping Fun
Why did the retired pilot always fly his plane above the clouds? Because he didn’t want to miss the early bird special at cloud nine diner!
Why don’t aircraft like fast food? They prefer something with more altitude.
What’s a pilot’s favorite day of the week? Flyday.
How do pilots stay in shape? By doing wing stretches.
Grandpa, a retired pilot, tells his grandson, “In my flying days, we didn’t need fancy GPS. We just followed our gut and occasionally, a flock of birds. Only got lost twice… a week.”
What do you call a group of aircraft that stick together? A flying clique.
Why don’t pilots trust their co-pilots? Because every time they leave the cockpit, the altitude changes!
What’s a pilot’s favorite type of bag? A flight bag – because it’s the only thing that flies more than they do now!
Why was the airplane so cold? It left its windows open at 30,000 feet.
The retired pilot was asked how he stayed so young. He said, “Easy, I never let my age get higher than my altitude.”
I told my wife I missed flying. She opened the window and said, At least you still know how to take off.
Why was the retired pilot bad at cards? Because he always folded when it was time to land.
Why did the pilot and the surgeon team up for Halloween? The pilot could navigate through the foggy night, and the surgeon was great at carving… pumpkins!
How do you know if there’s a pilot at your party? Don’t worry, they’ll tell you… and remind you every five minutes.
What’s a pilot’s least favorite type of music? Heavy metal – reminds them too much of the aircraft they can’t fly anymore.
When the grandson asked the old pilot if he missed flying, he said, “I don’t miss it at all. These days my favorite kind of takeoff is from the couch to the kitchen!”
Ever heard of a pilot’s diet? It’s easy; they just cut out fast food and stick to plane meals!
What do you call an aircraft that’s always on time? Air punctual!
I said I was a retired pilot at a dinner party. Someone asked if I’d just wing it now. I said no, I prefer the aisle.
Why don’t pilots like puns? Because they can’t stand anything that’s plane.
What’s a retired pilot’s favorite movie? Gone with the Wind – because that’s how I feel about my flying career!
Grandpa, the retired pilot, was playing a flight simulator game. His grandson asked, “How’s it going, Grandpa?” Grandpa replied, “Realistic! I’ve already forgotten where I parked the plane.”
An airport security guard joked, “I asked a pilot what he does to relax. He said ‘I take off.’ I guess that means he’s always relaxed at work!”
A flight attendant quipped, “You can always tell a seasoned pilot apart from the rest. They have more landings than take-offs on their coffee cups!”
Cleared for Chuckles: 20 Altitude-Adjusting Pilot Puns
“Altitude is everything!” – The mantra of the optimistic pilot.
“I’ve got a ‘plane’ sense of humor.” – Every pilot’s excuse for a bad joke.
“I’m just winging it!” – The pilot’s motto for impromptu flights.
“A pilot’s favorite diet? High fiber.” – Because they always aim for the sky!
“My career is really taking off!” – A young pilot’s proud declaration.
“I don’t make plane jokes; they tend to not land well.” – A pilot’s admission.
“Flying is not rocket science, but it’s close enough.” – Every modest pilot.
“Keep calm and aviate, navigate, communicate!” – The pilot’s stress management mantra.
“I’m a pilot; I like my job on a higher level.” – The literal high-flyer’s career satisfaction.
“I love my job to the moon and back.” – A pilot dreaming of space.
“Pilots are always up to something.” – Especially when they’re ascending.
“If you think I’m high-maintenance, you should see my plane!” – Every pilot’s excuse.
“Cloudy with a chance of flying.” – The ever-optimistic pilot’s weather forecast.
“I’m a frequent flier in my dreams too.” – The pilot’s nighttime adventures.
“Why do I love flying? It’s plane and simple.” – The straightforward pilot’s reason.
“You know you’re a pilot when ‘clear skies’ is your favorite forecast.” – The weather-wise pilot.
“In-flight entertainment? That’s just me talking.” – Every charismatic pilot.
“My other car is a plane.” – A pilot’s humble brag.
“Pilots: because ‘sky traffic controller’ doesn’t sound as cool.” – A pilot’s claim to coolness.
“Why did the pilot break up with the cloud? It was too clingy.” – A pilot’s take on turbulent relationships.
Defining a Pilot: More than Just a Wayfinder in the Skies
Pilot (n.): /?pa?l?t/
- A person who is qualified to operate an aircraft or spacecraft.
- A natural habitat: high altitudes.
- Known for: a ‘plane’ sense of humor and always being above it all.
- Skills: defying gravity, landing with style, and navigating life with a cool head under a headset.
- See also: coffee aficionado, cloud connoisseur, jet-setter, sky whisperer.
Sky-High Witticisms: Puns That Elevate Your Twitter Feed
“Just winging it through life. #PilotLife”
“My career is really taking off! Literally. ?? #AviationHumor”
“Pilots have a ‘plane’ sense of humor. #PilotPuns”
“Altitude is everything when you’re a pilot. #SkyHigh”
“I’m not high maintenance, but my plane is! #PilotProblems”
“Why did the pilot break up with the cloud? Too clingy. #SkyJokes”
“In-flight entertainment? Just me and my announcements. #PilotHumor”
“Love my job to the moon and back. #PilotDreams”
“Clear skies, full tanks, can’t lose. #AviatorAttitude”
“Sky’s not the limit, it’s my playground. #PilotLife”
“Cloudy with a chance of adventure. #FlyingHigh”
“Landing is just a controlled fall. #PilotThoughts”
“My other car is a plane. #AviationLifestyle”
“Always on cloud nine when I’m flying. #PilotBliss”
“Avoiding turbulence in life and in the sky. #SmoothFlying”
“Keep calm and fly on. #PilotMantra”
“I don’t make plane jokes, they tend to fly over people’s heads. #PilotHumor”
“Why don’t pilots trust autopilot? They’re control freaks! #AviationJokes”
“Pilots are always up to something. #SkywardBound”
“If you think I’m high-maintenance, wait till you meet my aircraft! #PilotLife”
These puns are perfect for light-hearted tweets that will resonate with aviation enthusiasts and pilots alike! ??
Everyone Loves a Good Blonde Joke: A Co Pilot’s Funny Story
A beautiful young blonde woman boards a plane to New York with a ticket for the economy section. She looks at the seats in economy and then looks into the forward cabin at the first-class seats. Seeing that the first-class seats appear to be much larger and more comfortable, she moves forward to the last empty seat in first class. The flight attendant checks her ticket and tells the woman that her the seat is in economy. The blonde replies, “I’m young and beautiful, and have never had this problem before. I’m going to sit here all the way, until we get to New York.” Flustered, the flight attendant goes to the cockpit and informs the Captain of the blonde problem. The captain goes back and tells the woman that her assigned seat is in economy. Again, the blonde replies, in exactly the same way.The captain doesn’t want to cause a commotion, and so returns to the cockpit to discuss the blonde problem with the Co-pilot. The Co-pilot says that he has a blonde girlfriend, and that he can take care of the problem. He then goes back and briefly whispers something in the blonde’s ear. She immediately gets up, says “Thank you so much, now I understand”. She hugs the Co-pilot, and rushes back to her seat in the economy section. The pilot and flight attendant, who were watching with rapt attention, asked the Co-pilot what he had said to the woman. He replies, “I just told her that the first class section isn’t going to New York.”
-Joke brought to you by THE BOEING 737 TECHNICAL SITE
Cleared for Snark: 20 Sarcastic Slogans for Pilots with Altitude
“I’m a pilot, which means I’m always right (altitude).”
“This is my plane shirt.”
“Pilots: We look up to no one.”
“Autopilot is just my co-pilot who doesn’t argue.”
“My office is above yours.”
“I’d rather be flying.”
“Trust me, I’m a pilot.”
“Yes, I’m a pilot. No, I won’t fly you to [insert destination].”
“I don’t always fly… Oh wait, yes I do.”
“I speak fluent autopilot.”
“Pilot mode: Always on.”
“Keep calm and let the pilot handle it.”
“My other ride is a Boeing (or Airbus).”
“I’m only responsible for what I say, not for what you understand (from ATC).”
“Gravity? Never heard of it.”
“Eat. Sleep. Fly. Repeat.”
“Pilot by day, sleep-deprived by night.”
“If it’s not Boeing, I’m not going.”
“Landing is mandatory, but landing smoothly is optional.”
“Got Clouds?”
Captain’s Over-the-Top Pre-Flight Checklist
- Sunglasses Check – Ensure aviators are spotless for maximum coolness upon entry.
- Coffee Gauge – Verify coffee tank is full, and backup reserves are secured.
- Pilot Seat Comfort Test – Recline to maximum allowable angle without inducing sleep.
- Co-Pilot Snack Inventory – Confirm a sufficient stash of snacks to prevent mid-flight munchies.
- Cockpit Playlist Selection – Choose the perfect takeoff tune for motivational lift.
- Altitude Attitude Adjustment – Mentally prepare to be above it all.
- Passenger Pep Talk Preparation – Craft an inspiring speech for the ‘unlikely’ water landing scenario.
- Window Gaze – Take a moment to appreciate the view from the office.
- Uniform Swagger Assessment – Ensure the uniform is crisp enough to command respect and swag.
- Auto-Pilot Friendship Affirmation – Give the autopilot a reassuring pat, promising to intervene only if absolutely necessary.
- Paperwork Scavenger Hunt – Locate all necessary documents in the least organized cockpit drawer.
- Weather Whisperer Consultation – Have a brief one-sided conversation with the skies.
- Secret Handshake with the Ground Crew – Maintain morale and camaraderie with an elaborate routine.
- Runway Ramp Walk Practice – Perfect that pilot strut for boarding and disembarking.
- Wing Wiggle – A quick flap to ensure the wings are feeling spry and ready to fly.
- Flight Attendant Flattery – Compliment the cabin crew’s ability to perform safety dance moves.
- In-Flight Meal Forecast – Predict the day’s mystery meat.
- Emergency Exit Reenactment – Briefly act out a dramatic escape to the nearest exit, just for kicks.
- Landing Gear Leg Stretch – Prepare your own landing gear (legs) for potential aisle sprints.
- Final Mirror Check – Confirm that the captain’s cap is on straight, and the ‘pilot face’ is set to ‘confident yet approachable.’
Upon Completion of This Checklist: Flash the ‘ready for anything’ thumbs-up to the co-pilot, and proceed with the actual pre-flight checks (which include ensuring all systems and instruments are in working order, communication with ATC is established, and the flight plan is reviewed and understood). Because while humor is great, safety is no joke!