I was raised in Stockholm, where the long winter nights taught me patience and the summer sun taught me wonder. Aviation was always my horizon.
My career began with a scholarship to the Scandinavian Flight Academy in 2012. I earned my wings on a cold March morning over the Baltic Sea, and I've never looked down since. After instructing for two years, I joined Nordic Skyways as a First Officer on the A320 family.
Today I fly the Boeing 737-800 across European and North African routes. I believe in quiet competence, clear communication, and the profound privilege of connecting people across borders. When I'm not flying, you'll find me studying weather patterns, restoring a vintage motorcycle, or skiing the mountains of Åre.
My approach to flying is rooted in Scandinavian design philosophy: clean, functional, and beautiful in its simplicity. Every checklist, every brief, every approach — executed with precision and calm.
I believe that the best pilots are those who never stop learning. I maintain a personal library of aviation literature, regularly attend safety seminars, and pursue additional ratings whenever possible. My goal is to be a Captain who leads by example, not by rank.
Beyond the technical, I value connection — with crew, with passengers, and with the communities I fly to. Every flight is an opportunity to make a difference, one smooth approach at a time.
Boeing 737-800 · European & North African routes
Nordic SkywaysAirbus A320 · Scandinavian & European networks
Nordic SkywaysMulti-engine Instrument Rating · Commercial license training
Scandinavian Flight AcademyRegional charter · Embraer E190 · Northern Europe
Scanwing AviationCurrent · 2,400 hours
Previous · 1,800 hours
Previous · 900 hours
Instructor · 600 hours
Began flight training. Earned PPL, CPL, and ME-IR in 14 months.
First commercial role. Flew cargo and passenger charter across Scandinavia.
Returned to SFA as an instructor. Trained 60+ students.
Joined as A320 First Officer. Based at Stockholm Arlanda.
Transitioned to B737. Began flying European and Mediterranean routes.
Selected for Captain development program. Expected command 2027.
EASA Frozen ATPL
Initial & Recurrent
Instrument Rating
Multi-Crew
Upset Recovery
Advanced Systems
"Erik is everything you want in a first officer: competent, calm, and completely reliable. His situational awareness is exceptional. He will make an outstanding Captain."
"I flew with Erik during some of the worst North Atlantic weather I've seen. His composure was remarkable. He has a quiet confidence that inspires the whole crew."
"As his instructor, I watched Erik develop into a meticulous aviator. He doesn't just fly procedures — he understands them. A true professional."
Open for speaking, networking, and mentorship.
I'm always happy to connect with fellow aviation enthusiasts, aspiring pilots, or industry professionals. Whether you have a question about training, want to discuss aviation safety, or just want to talk about flying — reach out.