Airplane noises explained by airline pilot (Full flight) - Ask A Pilot

In this video, a pilot will explain airplane noises and procedures nicely and calmly. The video starts with the airplane getting pushed back from the gate. From there your pilot will explain the different sounds and procedures all the way to arrival at the destination. This is an easy way to learn more about what to expect onboard an airplane. It is also a great way to build your confidence which can help you to relax more and enjoy flying.
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[@brandonvernet]

The best part of the flight for me is when I hear the announcement from the Pilot for cabin and crew to begin preparations for landing. I just feel a massive sense of relief at that point because I know we’re about to land and i honestly don’t care how bumpy the landing is lol.

[@heatherfreeman5604]

Same lol I'm petrified the whole time and the only thing that comforts me is knowing the pilots getting ready to land lol 😆

[@brandonvernet]

@@heatherfreeman5604 I know right! Haha! Someone just needs to invent a teleportation device now!!!

[@alfiebelcher9916]

@@heatherfreeman5604 I’m going on a flight soon I’m terrified 😮😊

[@jayfries3770]

Same😅

[@mettekesdg1538]

same! Plane is going back to the ground, I do not care how bumpy it gets

[@courtneysalsbury]

I would pay money to have you narrate every flight for me to tell me what is happening. This was immensely helpful, thank you.

[@susuie8840]

And me lol

[@AskAPilot]

We are happy to help! We are currently editing a new video where we are flying the 787 Dreamliner. So keep your eyes open for the new video. :)

[@jantune]

I completely agree!

[@syedyousafbukhari2213]

ikr!

[@bellabells978]

oh my god. im an anxious flyer and so im always hyper vigilant on flights. ive always noticed the sound on a flight where it sounds like the engine is turned off in the middle of the flight and it has always freaked me out as id always assumed it was something bad. it’s really helpful to know that its just the plane starting to cruise!! thank you for this!!

[@mikoto7693]

When I was on my first ever flight as a teenager the sounds of the reversers deploying and the sounds they make freaked me out a bit. But somehow I had the presence of mind to look around at the other passengers and the flight attendants. Nobody was panicking or distressed so I figured that whatever was making that sound was completely normal. I did ask my Dad about it and he explained the reversers to me. But if the unknown sounds and whatnot scares you then I would suggest watching explanatory videos like this one and learn the basics of how airliners work, how planes fly and whatnot. It really can help.

[@bk341]

@@mikoto7693 It really does! Had quite the anxiety about flying until I really started to learn how the planes work, and how efficient and safe they actually are!

[@kodyschmautz7799]

Even if it did, if your flying in either some type of boeing or Airbus, which likely is the case as they are amongst the most common passenger airplanes in the skies around the world, (typical commercial passenger jets), they can easily glide 100 miles or more without absolutely zero engines or complete engine failure (assuming you were at sufficient speed prior to failure). So even still as long as you aren't over a large body of water or mountain, there is still pretty good chance that the pilots will have ample time to decide on the best course of action and ultimately a (relatively) safe place to do an emergency landing. So there is still hope that if God forbid an engine may actually ever give out you would walk away.

[@WillieGaldamez]

thanks for posting. i get anxiety and one thing that bothers me is an unexplained noise. and yes, i have a flight tomorrow. lol

[@danielsww2664]

I have in 9 days

[@Courtney77444]

3 hours

[@FancyFriendFrancis]

Same

[@benjaminn_s]

i remember the first time i heard the buzz saw and i freaked out

[@michellefrench6617]

@@benjaminn_s I thought that was the microwave

[@AarmOZ84]

When you are nervous, your senses become heightened. Since an aircraft is a large machine it makes big noises anytime something moves. Sometimes knowing what those sounds are and recognizing that is exactly how they should be sounding can make you less startled.

[@ashscott6068]

My main fear is just after takeoff. It's worst when the flaps retract and the gear comes off and we make the first turn. My body feels like we're going too slow and the plane is going to stall. The more the attitude of the plane levels out, the better I feel. By the time we reach cruising altitude, I'm completely relaxed. But before takeoff...for MONTHS, I have anxiety whenever I think about the flight. By the time I'm sitting on the plane, it's fear. Once the engines spool up, it's terror. But all on the outbound trip. Coming back, I'm pretty much fine

[@bbaby690]

EXACTLY its at that moment when the plane Is going up and the plane feels like its going too slow and its going to fall backwards but over time u get used to it and feel relief when it gets closer to cruising

[@meetkass]

Here watching right AFTER take off 🤣🥲🥲🥲

[@ActualTrent]

I’m flying on a couple days and I’m terrified of flying. I’ve flown before but this will be my first time flying alone.. and I’m 33.. This video is the BEST I’ve seen on KZbin. You speak calmly and softly and it has made me feel so much better and eased my anxiety big time.

[@vixgamer8281]

[@mieshamccray560]

how did your flight go, I havent flown in 5 years and I am supper nervous as I have flight coming up

[@mikoto7693]

@@mieshamccray560 If you haven’t flown yet or are still afraid and want the perspective of someone who works on the aircraft as part of the ground crew then I’m happy to help explain the sheer amount of effort, care and dedication that goes into even the most routine of flights to make them as safe as possible if you think it might help.

[@scz1770]

@@mikoto7693 it's days later but I wouldn't say no!

[@Sarah-cn2me]

@@mikoto7693 I’d love to hear more 😩

[@Helsyedd172]

I’ve flown loads of times but I’m still an anxious flyer. I had a flight a few weeks ago and I watched this prior, I kept thinking back to this video when I heard these noises and it really put my mind at ease. Thank you!

[@sassycat628]

I hate flying. But I watched this video before flying to Chicago a couple of weeks ago, it helped me. Having 3 drinks at the bar, didn't hurt either..lol

[@athc23]

This was excellent, thank you. Very calm voice and great, simple explanations. I feel so much better about my flight!

[@AskAPilot]

We are happy that you enjoyed the video and you are feeling much better about your flight. 😊

[@obinnaonwunyi6008]

My problem is I feel discomfort during take off especially the sound the engine makes before accelerating at the runway

[@Blank-bq3wi]

i like captains voice its a lot more reassuring than u think

[@susanwaugh9711]

Please can you make a video on turbulence. I’m always scared the plane is out of control

[@amycampbell3119]

Such a great video. I hate flying as I'm a control freak. It helps to understand what the noises are.

[@Knitspin]

As someone who flies not infrequently, knows what the noises are, and is a very nervous flier, this was very helpful. I have a flight to Japan in a little over a week and have been spending the past handful of days looking for videos and doing a lot of self talk surrounding my fear of flying.

[@philt1658]

What bothers me is that sinking feeling right after takeoff accompanied by reduced engine noise. Sometimes it feels like the engines are going to quit at a critical phase of the flight. I understand the primary cause for this is that jet engines need to be spooled back a few minutes after a full power takeoff to allow them to cool off before resuming a climb out to cruise altitude.

[@lilyui470]

this happens when the flaps are retracted shortly after take-off, nothing to worry about. You can look out the window next time and be prepared so it doesn't come as a surprise :)

[@petermuller5800]

I know exactly that "sinking feeling" you mean. It happens, when the climb rate is reduced "from high to zero" very fast (usually by the autopilot). At certain airports / departure routes, the plane needs to climb fast e.g. to avoid mountains, other aircraft etc. The pilots receive an altitude from ATC e.g. "climb to 10.000 feet". Once the plane has reached 10.000 ft, the autopilot will reduce engine power and climb rate. If the climb rate was previously high, and it is reduced fast, you will feel it in your gut. At certain airports / departure routes, the plane can climb more smoothly and you won't feel anything.

[@lucylaura4732]

i watched this before my flight a week ago. i always get super anxious with flying and although it wasn’t comfortable it was easily the best flight i’ve had anxiety wise. today i fly home and i’m feeling super anxious again but i know this video will help me again. thank you so much :)

[@mieshamccray560]

how did your flight go, I havent flown in 5 years and I am supper nervous as I have flight coming up

[@Jeff_1349]

@@mieshamccray560 how did your flight go?

[@mieshamccray560]

@@Jeff_1349 it went well!! I survived, very smooth there and back

[@hguret106]

@@mieshamccray560 I have s flight to next two days I'm scared and anxious when it takes off but when it lands I'm pretty chill

[@ariannarusso5592]

This video made me extra nervous lol I absolutely hate takeoff. And during trips I tend to me nervous the whole time anticipating the ride home

[@middleohnowherenj7426]

I’ve been flying so many times in my life that just by rewatching this video I realized I knew every single step by heart . I just always still find it scary and I hope this feeling will completely go away someday

[@lennymartins9231]

You have explained so well. Can you talk more about turbulence please

[@Nannooish]

This video really helped calm my anxiety. Thank you.

[@bryanenglish7841]

This is great! I was nervous about a flight I have coming up but knowing all the noises really helps. I'm feeling calm and confident!

[@lm2982]

Thank you for this video! Your calm and reassuring voice, along with the comprehensive explanations, are very helpful for an anxious flyer. Thank you.

[@shelleywallis4569]

So informative and long overdue thanks so much. Even though I’m not too worried about flying there has always been questions

[@Lance-Stroll]

Thank u so much for this. I think it will help my anxiety. I appreciate your time in doing this video

[@queenofcamp832]

thank you SO much for this! your relaxing voice has calmed me down

[@nadiamacias697]

Thank you! I get so very nervous during takeoff for some reason and this helped. Not sure it will stop me from being nervous but this info helps me rationalize better :)

[@angeloraphael4135]

Oh dear thanks so much for this video somehow it helps lower down my anxiety of flying! Very helpful for encouraging travels indeed..

[@JamesTosches1]

This is amazing. I’m a huge flight enthusiast and hope to be a future pilot; and understanding the different sounds I will hear during flight is instrumental. Thank you! Amazing video Sir!

[@lunaa764]

this was amazing! i’m an extremely anxious flyer and i felt like i was on a flight looking out the window and you were sitting next to me explaining everything that was going on. knowledge really is power. i’m way less nervous about flying now.

[@AskAPilot]

We are so happy to hear this! We are also now editing a new video and next flight with us will be on the 787 Dreamliner. :)

[@azizsachin]

This is thorough, clear, and very helpful. Thank you so much.

[@mariamihaela9]

Thank you! Super useful for nervous people! Cannot thank you enough for this video!

[@yoyleb1711]

i used to have tons of anxiety while flying. i don't anymore but i loved this regardless because it gives me great joy to know what all the different sounds are!

[@johnnybuiles8645]

Thank you for an amazing explanation 👏🏻👏🏻

[@james9950]

I’ve liked these beautiful birds since I was a kid. Thank you for the lesson.

[@bserene6328]

Such a great video. Thank you so much for explaining it all Pilot!

[@victoriadrehoff2641]

this video saved me from a massive anxiety attack. thank you so so much. subscribed!!

[@BloomingBabe]

God bless this guy! Best video I have watched . Thank you

[@angierobinson5570]

I wish you was sat next to me on a plane your voice is so reassuring i am such a nervous flyer and wont fly long haul due to this ! As soon as i hear the ding i panic wondering whats going on ! Thankyou so much for this very informative video you now have a new subscriber 👍🏻❤️

[@lauragf5043]

This helped me alot in my fear of flying. Thanks! By the way, i love flying with Finnair. Although fear of flying is present in every journey, i feel super safe!!!

[@immersion9880]

Thank you so much for this video!! I am a nervous flyer and this definitely helped!

[@danfisher2850]

Amazing video, I'm not a nervous flyer however i found this very relaxing & informative

[@maxwellthompson3212]

Flying is still one of the most exciting things you can do in life,I understand everyone's fears I do because I was the same,but videos like these helped me overcome that fear and eventually I got to really enjoy it,conquer your fears too and then enjoy.

[@mr.wiiick2772]

Never felt so relaxed seeing a takeoff lol this is great!!

[@Cubanbeauty]

Ty so much I fly Monday and this video made me feel better

[@amandacosta1566]

Aircraft : a Us : the plane is gonna crash omg 😂 This video is gold, very well explained. Thanks my captain! ✈️

[@AskAPilot]

Thank you, Amanda - we are happy that you liked it. If there are any other topics that you would like us to make a video about, let us know and we will try to make it happen.

[@philroberts5367]

Thanks alot. A very useful video to explain all those aircraft noises.

[@GerryBlue]

Knowledge is power, thanks for this video!

[@firefighter117s]

Lovely video, thank you for choosing Finnair, greetings from Finland!

[@pineau2641]

this is very very helpful, thank you!

[@googleisshittoss]

I suffer from excitement rather than anxiety..so thank you for my 'fix'...great video

[@MixedBagOfNonSense]

I have been up in the air 10 times and have never looked out a window. I'm so fearful of flying I pretend to be on a train... the first time ever for me to continue watching out an airplane window. So glad I did not skip over this video & watched from start to finish. Thanks for a great video.

[@dreamthedream8929]

Have you ever wanted to become a pilot or flight crew? I know that a lot of people want exactly these jobs

[@cvpiguy]

I was never a anxious flyer and I loved flying but I still enjoyed this video.

[@dan13llo]

Very informative video and appreciated for someone that’s not to fond of flying (me) 🙏

[@zenxpaii]

thank you this really helped calm my nerves

[@pinkpandamiranda]

Honestly the thing that freaks me out the most is when the engines turn down after climbing because my hindbrain thinks the plane will fall out of the sky, but knowing that even if both engines sudddenly stopped the plane wouldn't drop out of the sky because it's going so fast has really helped. It would just glide and the pilots would have enough time to land the plane.

[@fruity3693]

Frrrr and sometimes you can feel the airplane slow down in the air and i be like “holy fuck why are we stopping in the air we’re gonna fall” but then i realize I’m in a whole ass airplane

[@Lloyd1885]

You aren't alone I have a reoccurring dream/nightmare about it...its normal to be a little fearful

[@AhmadRizkyAlfian]

This kind of video really calms me because I now know what happen behind the scenes

[@sharonrutherford3691]

Thank you so much sure does make me feel better flying, I get nervous this video makes me feel better thank you for doing this video.

[@danicakayemonta5858]

I have flight on thursday and yes I am anxious. Not my first time to ride a plane but my first after 10yrs. Thanks Pilot.

[@Sophie_Darling]

I need you next to me on the plane. This voice is calming !!

[@lynngillogley1279]

Appreciate your very calm delivery. This makes a huge difference, to me anyway. Thank you.

[@AskAPilot]

Glad to hear it!

[@georgetd8623]

Probably the most informative and detailed aircraft video I've ever watched! I've learnt so much. Thank you a million!

[@AskAPilot]

Wow, thanks!

[@donnalange6927]

Very helpful and interesting. Thank you

[@leekonskenjana7678]

❤️❤️❤️✈️✈️✈️✈️, I'm glad to see Ask a Pilot team 👏👏

[@justanormalperson5691]

Thanks for this great video. I am really afraid of flying and this video explains a lot of noises but also shows how normal flying is for you. Your calm presentation shows that there should be nothing to be afraid of. If wish my feelings could belive what my brains says... have to fly tomorrow. Curious to see how it will work out for me 🤘💪

[@estanonsense]

Thank you!😊

[@vplusah]

Fantastic! Thank you very much for this video.

[@lucyterrier7905]

Great video! Very helpful! Thank you

[@callumdean]

The ptu is my favourite 😂😂 always entertaining lol

[@bk341]

Wow few videos did help but this was great. I think being more informed about the plane is really helpful.

[@AskAPilot]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@angelat.8997]

Great video. Thank you!

[@annporter7359]

Love your calm voice keeps say “thats completely normal”. Thank you ❤️

[@annporter7359]

I took the flight - this video helped me tremendously. Rather than feeling fearful I was excited and it was awesome ! Thank you for explaining the noises!

[@AskAPilot]

We are so happy for you! This is incredibly warming our hearts to hear that you went flying and were excited.

[@hkar4385]

Excellent video That was really nice quality and voiceover. I have a couple of questions: When do flights go on autopilot and stop the autopilot? Also a common noise that I hear near landing is when the wheels are opening (I think).

[@blossums7]

Thank you!

[@Maria-ik6et]

Thank you so much for explaining the noises! This helps a lot!

[@AskAPilot]

Happy to help!

[@paulmc5542]

This was brilliant

[@SM-ce1uy]

thank you for this

[@amyhatto4420]

Thank you for this video it’s incredibly settling to hear all those bumps and noises explained. I am flying from UK to Spain in August and even though it’s a short flight and I have flown plenty before, I have developed serious fear of flying In Recent years and every little bump and bang and ding has me terrified, so I will be watching and rewatching this on the lead up to flying day so I can get things clear in my head before take off. Thank you!

[@flight101]

Me too! The more I fly the worse it gets. Even a teeny sound and Im in panic. It’s horrible!

[@karthepanda7672]

I watched this video a couple of months ago before my flight and it helped me so much to feel a little bit more in control and less frightened. And also felt smart when I could point out to my friend what all the notices mean 🤓 I have a flight tomorrow again and now I'm back here and feel more confident! So thanks you so much!!!

[@leannahollins2754]

Definitely saving this video

[@thenerdylion]

Thank you so much for posting this 😅 im so scared of flying that i started to get sweaty palms and a dry mouth watching the start of this video and im watching it from my bed 😂 but your walkthrough is excellent and ill keep it in mind when i fly.

[@MultiSciGeek]

I'm not a nervous flyer but I love these sounds 😍 Thank you so much for this guide! It was super relaxing and educational!

[@simplytine2939]

Im glad youre not nervous! Whats your tip

[@barbaraarias2169]

Thank you so much for this video. I'm not an anxious or nervous flyer, but I really enjoy hearing those noises and wondering what they all mean. This was very useful and now I'll be very much aware of what's going on when I fly again.

[@AskAPilot]

Thank you for the sweet comment. We are so glad that you found the video helpful. 😊

[@innatarasyan5960]

Thank you so much, friend !!!!

[@louisadredge571]

Brilliant thank you

[@rachaelallatt7325]

Excellent informative video. Im still terrified though 😢

[@imanuelcaushi4711]

You should have mentioned how when the flaps are retracted shortly after take-off, there is a brief "falling" feeling that comes a result of this. I have found that people who do not know much about aviation, get particularly worried when this happens

[@Jeff_1349]

The falling mid flight is what bothers me. More than turbulence. Like dropping in an elevator

[@bradythomas9612]

@@Jeff_1349 I’ve learned that this can’t happen, I’ve had the exact fear. If the plane runs out of gas, the engine fails, etc. The plane is still able to glide for a solid 30-60 minutes which gives you enough time for a landing at a nearby airport!

[@mikoto7693]

The falling sensation is just a sensory trick that results from the pilots reducing the amount of thrust now that they don’t need all of that power from takeoff or they have to slow down a bit once they’re suitably high enough from the ground to reduce noise for the people living below them near the airport’s benefit. It’s just a result of the liquid responsible for balance being sloshed around your inner ear.

[@kaylee5888]

@@mikoto7693 thank you sm for this!!! really helps calm down my anxiety

[@Pwanx0w]

It's not when flaps are retracted, it's when the plane reduces the pitch angle

[@patrycjakoodziej9608]

Thank you, great video :)

[@doelcam]

This helped me so much with my flight anxiety, thank you!

[@BoogieBoogsForever]

Amazing idea and execution. Thank you!

[@AskAPilot]

Glad you liked it!

[@alyahyai]

Great learning video, thank you captain

[@talkswithdave]

My first airline flight was alone at age 11. I was flying on a Continental 737-500. When we landed in Houston and the reversers deployed I freaked out because I thought something had ripped off as I was seeing the inside of the engine in my mind. I pushed the call button several times, prompting them to announce that they couldn’t get up until we reached the gate. Of course it slid back into place and I got a lengthy trip to the cockpit out of it.

[@varya_klimova]

Omg so good to finally know wtf are these sounds hhaha. What i hate the most is when its starts to turn and you can feel the force 😅

[@rachaelallatt7325]

A lot of similar symptoms to a panic attack for me so it freaks me out.

[@drewyknot]

Thank you!!

[@Salmamaxi]

Thank you so much ❤

[@lizjeffo]

Brilliant thank you ☺️☺️☺️

[@mindyholiday8391]

Great Content ..thank U

[@mikeh0114]

The only thing that I noticed missing was using the spoilers to start slowing down the airplane before any flaps are extended. The spoilers do create some wing vibration and noise so it would have been good to also show that. Overall, I think this was very well done.

[@laurenhills239]

My fear of flying got me banned from going on any family vacation that requires us to fly. We flew to Yellowstone and I hated every minute of the flight. I hated the feeling of being trapped and every noise made me think that the plane was going to fall out of the sky. When it was time to fly back home I freaked out and refused to get on the plane with the rest of my family. I ended up getting a rental car to drive myself home... well I ended up wrecking the rental car and my parents had to fly out to visit me in the ICU. So now I miss out on everything because my fear of flying is so intense but recently I decided that I would try to overcome my fear of flying and this video helped so thank you!

[@YasminGLife]

Aw I’m so sorry! Let’s make it a New Years resolution to conquer our fear next year!!

[@kg7148]

Are you okay after the crash?

[@avflyguy]

Probably a bit more nervous in a car too. Sorry about the crash. As they say, when you have time to spare, go by air. 🙂

[@novideohereatall]

Great video! After a flight were the hydraulics noise was going off and on during the entire taxi and even during take off I wanted to know what it was! I also could bearly hear the engines on the 777 I was on, so I was slowly starting to suspect one engine had starting issues as the hydraulic sound came with an engine start. Thought the engines were restarted several times during taxi, which wasn't a very nice thought to have..

[@CMMSFP]

This is awesome!