According to Insider, Mark Zuckerberg, the CEO of Meta (formerly Facebook), has reportedly achieved his student pilot certificate, joining the ranks of high achievers pursuing aviation endeavors. While the FAA registry was inaccessible for verification due to maintenance, Zuckerberg's interest in aviation has sparked speculation about his motives. Some suggest that this pursuit may be a response to his newfound rival, Elon Musk, who is an accomplished pilot.
Earlier this month, Zuckerberg launched Threads, a Twitter-like platform that aims to capitalize on Musk's controversial decisions as the new leader at Twitter. Despite their comparable billionaire status, Musk possesses an additional distinction as a pilot. He is skilled in flying various aircraft, including the L-39 and Citation CJ2, and previously owned a Piper Meridian. However, Musk has admitted to not flying for the past 15 years, citing a tendency towards absentmindedness and the need to focus on his work.
While Zuckerberg's specific goals or level of commitment to aviation remain unknown, his pursuit of a pilot certificate signals a new challenge and potential connection to the world of flight. As both tech titans venture into different domains, their paths intersect once again, this time in the realm of aviation.
