On February 19, 2026, John Travolta celebrated his 72nd birthday by announcing a significant personal achievement: he earned a new pilot's license for the Bombardier Global Express, a long-range business jet. In a celebratory Instagram post, he stated, "It's my birthday today! And I'm very proud to say I got my license in the Global Express! Thank you for all my birthday wishes!" In the accompanying video, he showcased the aircraft and expressed his excitement, saying, "I've just accomplished my licence in the Global Express SIC (second in command). Congratulations to me!" Travolta has been a licensed pilot since the age of 22 and holds multiple FAA ratings, including for large jets like the Boeing 747 and Airbus A380.