Aviation critic and YouTuber Josh Cahill has closed out 2025 with a major milestone, surpassing 203 million views across his digital platforms. The achievement marks the strongest year to date for the independently funded creator and reflects a growing global audience for transparent, passenger-focused aviation content.
Throughout 2025, Cahill continued to expand his reach through in-depth airline reviews, long-form documentaries, and analytical aviation coverage that prioritizes real-world passenger experience and editorial independence.
The year also included a notable development in Cahill’s professional journey. After a widely reported two-year ban, Qatar Airways’ new leadership officially lifted restrictions on Cahill in 2025, marking a reconciliation between the airline and the aviation critic. His return to flying the Doha-based carrier became a widely referenced example of how independent reporting and open dialogue can coexist within the aviation industry.
In addition to video content, 2025 marked the launch of The Josh Cahill & Swiss001 Podcast, created in collaboration with fellow aviation YouTuber Swiss001. The podcast focuses on behind-the-scenes aviation discussions, offering insights into airline operations, aircraft, and industry realities rarely explored in traditional aviation podcasts. The long-term goal is to establish it as the number one aviation podcast in 2026.
Reaching over 203 million views in a single year is incredibly meaningful,” says Josh Cahill. “It shows that audiences value independent aviation content. Launching the podcast was a step toward deeper conversations about the industry, and 2026 will be about growing both the community and the quality of content.”
Looking ahead, Cahill has set a clear objective for 2026: continuing the road to one million subscribers while expanding his podcast and maintaining full editorial independence.
Josh Cahill remains one of the most watched independent voices in global aviation media, reaching millions of viewers worldwide each year.
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