Christian Childs is an accomplished aviation professional with more than a decade of experience spanning flight operations, aircraft management services, maintenance oversight, and pilot instruction. As the founder of Plane Life, Christian brings a uniquely well-rounded perspective to aircraft ownership support and pilot development, combining operational discipline with a deep commitment to safety-first private aviation, transparent aircraft management, and exceptional customer service.
A graduate of Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University, Christian holds a Bachelor of Science in Aeronautics with additional credentials in Airport Management and Aviation Safety Management. He maintains advanced pilot and instructor certifications, including CFI, CFII, MEI, ATP, and A&P, allowing him to support both aircraft owners and pilots with a comprehensive understanding of aviation from the cockpit to the hangar.
Christian is part of a three-generation family of pilots, making aviation not just a profession, but a lifelong heritage. Growing up in an aviation-centered family instilled a respect for discipline, craftsmanship, and responsibility that continues to shape his leadership style and instructional philosophy. That legacy drives his belief that aircraft should be managed with integrity and that pilots should be trained with care and professionalism within Plane Life private aviation.
Throughout his career, Christian has held senior leadership roles in corporate aviation operations, aircraft management, aircraft sales brokerage, and safety oversight. Christian has worked directly with aircraft owners and maintenance providers, developing a customer-first approach rooted in clear communication, accountability, and trust.
Christian founded Plane Life, LLC in 2023 with a simple mission: to elevate the private aviation experience through expert guidance, transparent aircraft management, and personalized service. Whether supporting aircraft owners or mentoring the next generation of pilots, his focus remains the same: treat every aircraft as if it were his own and every client as a long-term partner.
