Omg, thanks! I just spent an embarrassing amount of time on one of these planes trying to find the tray. The person sitting beside me said there wasn't a tray, so they were no help. I held my drinks for an hour 🤦♀
@vernicegrossglass653720 күн бұрын
It was an amazing video! You touched on every facet of the Cathay Lounge. My hubby and I will be flying into Heathrow on Nov 1, 2024 on our way home to Florida from Italy and we will def be visiting it. Any stores you recommend us looking in for gifts? Vernice
@simply-tomАй бұрын
Watching this video, it feels like I’m right there sitting in the plane. What made it even better was the camera was very stable which made it more enjoyable to watch.
@MichaelBSteeleAviationАй бұрын
Thanks for the kind words, I’m glad you enjoyed the video. I use a suction cup mount for my GoPro to try and keep the footage stable.
@carljehle1468Ай бұрын
Can you believe I paid for business class and when I asked the flight attendant if WiFi was included he said no. Really
@MichaelBSteeleAviationАй бұрын
Yeah that is wild. For the cost of J class travel wifi should and needs to be included.
@LeeDfined2 ай бұрын
I graduated truck driving school, was assigned my first truck and pulled my first load from Phoenix. So Phoenix will always hold a special place in my heart.
@MichaelBSteeleAviationАй бұрын
Thats awesome. Phoenix is a cool place. Glad this video was able to bring back good memories for you.
@partyrock20812 ай бұрын
You should fly on Southwest Airlines out of Ontario
@MichaelBSteeleAviationАй бұрын
I was going to on this trip but since it was such short notice (bought tickets less than 2 days out from travel) it was only $100 more to fly AA first class then Southwest lol.
@partyrock20813 ай бұрын
Great
@MichaelBSteeleAviation2 ай бұрын
Thanks
@JellGExplorer3 ай бұрын
amazing takeoff❤
@MichaelBSteeleAviation3 ай бұрын
Agreed, one of my favorites in Hawaii
@ghasiK-os1kt3 ай бұрын
ای بابا وایسا من جا موندم. ی گوشه از آسمون کناربزن تا من خودمو با یک جت برسونم
@JellGExplorer3 ай бұрын
love the droplets streaming off the airplane windows upon takeoff 12:00 thanks for sharing this great takeoff video🤩
@MichaelBSteeleAviation3 ай бұрын
Thank you for watching. I’m glad you enjoyed the video. The droplets streaming off the windows is really cool.
@khunhtetmyataung70143 ай бұрын
You literally stalled in the video💀
@MichaelBSteeleAviation3 ай бұрын
Oh yeah? At what point?
@kilaadams73544 ай бұрын
👍 Awesome video! I find that American has a much better long-haul flight presentation than British Airways with their boring panna canna and Thai chili chicken and rice meals. 😂 Is that Greenland at 12:05?
@MichaelBSteeleAviation4 ай бұрын
Thanks for watching. I thought for sure BA would be better than AA. I still need to try BA long haul in J. Yeah that is Greenland at 12:05.
@kilaadams7354Ай бұрын
@MichaelBSteeleAviation Missed your reply back. Thanks 😊
@4merlyAlex4 ай бұрын
Wow, I never have seen a plane land coming from the ocean. Any idea why they changed it for this landing?
@MichaelBSteeleAviation4 ай бұрын
So when storms come into the Los Angeles area and the wind starts picking up they will go to this west bound landing and east bound take off operations. It’s really fun as an aviation enthusiast as you get a different approach and look of the Los Angeles metro area.
@Biospark88Ай бұрын
They chose the site they did at KLAX because of its highly consistent westerly wind, which was better for takeoffs and landings as the runways could be lined up to take advantage of it. They reverse the airport whenever there is an offshore wind of sufficient strength; I believe 10 knots is the threshold. I live 3 miles south of the airport - I can sorta planespot from my bedroom window.
@districtline5 ай бұрын
LAX & DFW...once you're on the ground it still takes 10-20 mins to get to the gate 😅
@TripReportaviation6 ай бұрын
Awesome trip report. The service still had some pros and cons, but personally I'm still not a fan. I appreciate the wet towel and menu, but I think the meal was small, and toilet was a mess.
@MichaelBSteeleAviation6 ай бұрын
While this is a step in the right direction, I agree there is still more room for improvement. Thanks for watching and the kind words.
@JellGExplorer7 ай бұрын
Great landing video!
@roberthenderson44667 ай бұрын
WERE YOU FLYING WEST TO EAST FROM HONOLULU TO LAX ? JUST CURIOUS THE DIRECTION OF THE AIRCRAFT IS MOVING LEFT TO RIGHT.
@MichaelBSteeleAviation7 ай бұрын
Yes this was inbound from Hawaii. You come in off the coast around the Ventura / Oxnard area going downwind from LAX. (Still flying east) Then they turn 180 over the Downtown LA area to pick up the landing pattern. Now you’re flying towards the west. Early morning arrivals (before day break) from Hawaii though will come in directly off the ocean to LAX.
@roberthenderson44667 ай бұрын
@@MichaelBSteeleAviation THANKS FOR THE REPLY.
@MichaelBSteeleAviation7 ай бұрын
@@roberthenderson4466 You’re welcome. Thanks for watching. Hope my comment cleared things up.
@45deaths8 ай бұрын
Bro I love delta and I’ll never stop flying with them but this plane looks pretty dirty
@MichaelBSteeleAviation8 ай бұрын
Agreed. Honestly, I’m gonna say all planes are like this and they don’t get really cleaned until they have a major check where they have to rip all the seats out. Even then I don’t know if they get into all the little crevices.
@ptcla9 ай бұрын
Very well done. We have such a beautiful city to fly into at night.
@TripReportaviation9 ай бұрын
AA, and also other US airlines really need to improve FA quality Some of them don't really enjoy their job. I'm glad that the other FA was friendly attentive Food on this flight was good, much better than what I expected from a US carrier.
@MichaelBSteeleAviation8 ай бұрын
Agreed, not sure what can be done though. It unfortunately seems to be a growing sentiment in the US.
@sherrytolbird798310 ай бұрын
This helps me so much ty
@kaffir7611 ай бұрын
11:15 shrimp salad looks amazing!! 🎉🎉
@grabbingbargainsuk7847 Жыл бұрын
Thank you so much! So informative 🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟
@nourishwithnaeemah222 Жыл бұрын
Great video, thank you!
@JellGExplorer Жыл бұрын
just stumbled upon your channel, and I love your videos! new fan and subscriber from Malaysia here, looking forward to viewing more of your awesome videos!🤩
@MichaelBSteeleAviation Жыл бұрын
Thank you so much. I’m glad you like my videos. There is alot more to come.
@aritz_fab19 Жыл бұрын
14:00 wow
@MichaelBSteeleAviation Жыл бұрын
I believe there was 3 or fires going on at that time. There was ash everywhere.
@timdetmers3240 Жыл бұрын
Rather boring. Ten minutes of taxiing followed by six minutes of the view of a wing during flight.
@dzymslizzy3641 Жыл бұрын
These are nostalgic for me. My dad worked at the SFO maintenance base as an instrument mechanic. As an employee, of course he got discounted fares, so I grew up being able to fly with my folks to MA several times to visit relatives, so that approach into SFO is very familiar to me. I no longer have a travel budget, so I travel vicariously. 😀
@gtpyyz Жыл бұрын
Amazing video
@gtpyyz Жыл бұрын
Thumbs up 👍
@alexismarch8144 Жыл бұрын
D s 9 u y s e d e e 5 e d s n e e 2 s k e e 2
@laratheplanespotter Жыл бұрын
I’ve been to the North lounge and I loved it. The trick is to go first thing in the morning before it gets busy. Whispering Angel rosé sparkling wine is delicious. I’m back on Thursday and I’ll try out the south side!
@mattmcc9455 Жыл бұрын
ORD is among the most civilized and logical of all the major hub airports. Both the Flagship Lounge and the Admirals Club above it are quite wonderful. The other two AC's are also pleasant respites. ORD, DFW are the best big airports in the U.S. ATL, JFK, LAX not so much.
@tking2822 Жыл бұрын
I have experience the service on American Airlines from jfk to lhr and the service was really great. The crew was awesome especially Tim
@MichaelBSteeleAviation Жыл бұрын
Heck yeah, that’s what I like to hear. I really enjoy the AA 77W.
@HeatherVahn Жыл бұрын
Love the details thank you !
@MichaelBSteeleAviation Жыл бұрын
Glad I could help. Thanks for watching.
@stevehofmaster4292 Жыл бұрын
Nice video and yes those seats need to be upgraded,as far as Flight Attendant not being responsive or cordial that really is a huge problem especially in a business class cabin.I agree some of the staff need to be retrained in delivering a quality product.
@MichaelBSteeleAviation Жыл бұрын
Thanks, I’m glad you enjoyed my video. I’m a long time AA Loyaalist but they for sure need to do better.
@darnitfreedy1812 Жыл бұрын
I have always been a frequent flyer with delta one which is deltas international first class and have always liked it. However, I want to get to trying americans form of international first class but I really do not know if it is better or worse than delta one.
@SeniorTravels Жыл бұрын
You are so right with the comment regarding a bad flight attendant. It appears American employees several of these mean old angry flight attendants. And these appear to be more senior and on the overseas flight. I had one on a flight from Rome to Dallas, who ignored that I was in a medical situation.
@MichaelBSteeleAviation Жыл бұрын
Wow thats crazy. AA needs to do better.
@TeresaS-js4ld Жыл бұрын
Where would I go to purchase a Day pass?
@MichaelBSteeleAviation Жыл бұрын
You would go to the entrance of the lounge, but I’m not sure they do day passes to the Flagship Lounge. I know they do for the regular Admirals Club though depending on how busy it is.
@gtpyyz Жыл бұрын
Excellent footage, thumbs up!!
@MichaelBSteeleAviation Жыл бұрын
Glad you enjoyed it! Thanks for watching.
@onlywatch99 Жыл бұрын
Wait basic economy and you got to CHOOSE your food from a menu card? What is this magic?
@MichaelBSteeleAviation Жыл бұрын
Correct. I was really impressed with Delta’s international economy service.
@Musaferjanewale Жыл бұрын
I'm flying by club class for the first time. I've never used club lounge before and I'm a bit nervous. Do we order the food in the lounge or does someone serve you
@MichaelBSteeleAviation Жыл бұрын
I haven’t been in an airport lounge since 2020 so it might still differ from my experience. Prior to covid you got your own food and beverages except for champagne. Lounge staff walked around serving that. Hope this helps and enjoy your travels.
@lonnie4894 Жыл бұрын
I am amazed how many airlines serve the islands that didn't before and how can 737's do trans oceanic flights across the Pacific. How well do they stay aloft if an engine fails half way across the ocean.
@MichaelBSteeleAviation Жыл бұрын
It really is something else. All airplanes that fly over bodies of water have to be ETOPS rated. Modern jet engines are mechanical wonders. Airliners can flying generally with only one engine in a situation where the other fails. Look up ETOPS videos on KZbin and they will break it all down for you. Thanks for watching
@__PJ__ Жыл бұрын
Flying LGA-SDF in March, not sure if its the same plane Embraer 175 ( Enhanced winglets ) 1st class seats 4C,4D. Anyways was a bit worried ( after we get off a 787-9 a week earlier ;) but your video helped ! Cheers...
@MichaelBSteeleAviation Жыл бұрын
Im glad I could help out. I hope you enjoy all of your flights. The 789 Super Diamond J product is amazing.
@xploshan Жыл бұрын
Watching this as I was upgraded to first class and wondering how to open the tray table lol thank you for your service! 😅
@Daimando Жыл бұрын
That smart ass comment at the beginning from the pilot. Someone wanted to have some fun.
@MichaelBSteeleAviation Жыл бұрын
I had to go back and watch haha Yeah the pilot was forsure in a playful mood, I love pilots like that. Thanks for watching
@joshchicago2008 Жыл бұрын
Hate this seat arrangement. Most uncomfortable and no privacy. All the time the person in the middle row is so exposed to my sight. Hate it! No storage on side armrest. FA in first class acted more like a diner server. Plastic glasses on welcome drinks….cheap concentrate oj if you don’t want the bubbly. Just cheap for the price that they charge! There’s so much AA flight attendants that are so grumpy. They need to learn how Cathay, JAL, Emirates FA do their jobs. Why employ the senior grumpy on AA international flights that hates to work and be nice?
@joshchicago2008 Жыл бұрын
@@MichaelBSteeleAviation thank you! Love your on point reviews. Mille grazie!
@NYRangers520 Жыл бұрын
Well this comes 4 years after the fact but just so I know I'm right with my assumption......the plane landed on the North side(Rwy.24L & R) and taxied around the back to the South side(Rwy.25L & R)?? And I love the shots of the 3 A-380's you passed while taxiing to the terminal(Asiana, Quantas, and the tail of the China Southern parked at one of the terminals at Tom Bradley).