What could unite a famous actor and a prestigious watch-making brand? In case of Breitling and John Travolta, it is deep passion for aviation and great experience in the field.
If you perceive John Travolta first of all as a universally famous movie star and a brilliant actor, you will probably be surprised to find out that he is also an incomparable pilot and an aviation fan. Having spent his early years in New Jersey, John Travolta, as a young boy was fascinated by watching planes crossing the sky after taking off or before landing in the New York airports. When Travolta turned 16, he started taking flight lessons. At the same time, he was making the first steps in his acting career and could pay himself for his hobby by the received actor’s paychecks. At the age of 19 Travolta got his pilot’s license.
Today, John Travolta has spent over 5,000 flight hours. He has received certificates for flying eight types of airplanes, with the Boeing 747- 400 Jumbo Jet among others. The movie star flights his own airliner traveling to different parts of the world. Having established his private residence in Ocala, Florida, Travolta built a runway for jumbo jets, a taxiway to the house and a specialized terminal outfit for his aircrafts. The actor has all the conditions for flying at least once a day the thing he has always dreamed about.
In its turn, the Breitling Company is appreciated worldwide for producing top quality timepieces, called ‘instruments for professionals’. Since 1884, the history of the brand is closely related to aviation. The brand has greatly contributed to the successful conquest of the skies. Such legendary Breitling watch models as the Navitimer and the Chronomat, have been in great demand among pilots worldwide. The brand’s watchmakers have concentrated their attention on the development of most reliable ‘wrist instruments’ characterized by supreme performance and destined for real professionals. The Breitling chronographs correspond to the top standards of durability and functionality. They are provided with COSC chronometer-certified movements, the best guarantee of their precision and reliability.
No wonder John Travolta has become the connoisseur of Breitling timepieces, penetrated by the challenging spirit of aviation. Travolta values the brand’s products for the utmost reliability and precision they provide during flying. The movie star relied on the brand’s instruments during his flight hours. Moreover, John Travolta took part in Breitling’s advertising campaign, having been photographed on the private runway in his Ocala residence. Breitling was pleased to have John Travolta as its ambassador, having appreciated his professionalism and experience in the aviation field.