A Tour of the Airstream Plant | Inside the State-of-the-Art Travel Trailer Production Facility

[@Valiants22]

Very impressive and this is why you pay more for the quality and proudly built in America by good hardworking American men and women. Well done Airstream.

[@livinfreewithak]

No quality.

[@donphillips599]

Anybody would be stupid to buy an RV today I heard somebody with a $3 million RV had problems the minute they drove it off the lot brand new RVs are being made crappy unsafe And somebody should campaign for a federal law

[@hillbillydan4721]

My Uncle worked at Airstream for years until he retired ! He sadly passed away several years ago his name was Leonard Flaute, he took great pride in his work and their product !

[@stephenrogers4324]

Justin, with 30 years in the RV business it is common knowledge that Airstream is the best quality built travel trailer.I love the Airstream Travel Trailers and you have produced a very quality video explaining the quality of your product.

[@dustysidepanel3075]

if that isnt the most bull shit paid for bot comment ive read today. gtfo. comment section full of boomers and bots. dont break your arms jerking each other off. this viedo is just a dog and pony show. if you live rv life, you would never buy an airstream

[@grahamfloyd3451]

I wish that were true today. Airstream has to dig itself out of the quality drop caused by the pandemic and supply issues. See MotorTrend's brutal review, I'm sure you'll agree.

[@astalavista007uk]

You mean 92 years in business??? 1931 they started

[@livinfreewithak]

It is not a quality travel trailer. I’m hemorrhaging money and time, stranded since I picked up my new Pottery Barn, and Airstream has yet to get me back on the road, will not return calls or emails, only replacing the bare minimum, and puts up a harrowing and bullying argument any time I call.

[@livinfreewithak]

@@grahamfloyd3451agreed 100%!! I made the mistake of purchasing a new airstream. Huge mistake.

[@ashleymarie7452]

Incredible. This is the way that industry SHOULD work! Thank you! You have earned the title of "QUALITY" craftmanship!

[@rtz549]

That new floor material is a real game changer.

[@JennAFOne]

Great video. Very informative. I had an appreciation for Airstream, but now more of an appreciation.

[@netposerx]

Nice to see a company sticking with what works.

[@mikemintun1587]

This is a terrific tour! It is well worth a trip to Jackson Center Ohio to see this amazing state-of-the-art factory. Wether you are an Airstream owner, aficionado or simply appreciate this American icon, you will love taking the time for this tour!

[@shawndinterman2219]

The proof is in the pudding! I guarantee 90% of other manufacturers can't say, much less show this level of quality

[@jonathanpwoods]

I can't say enough good things about my Airstream Classic, and it's no surprise to see how much care goes into making them. I would definitely like to visit the factory one day

[@ktmkirby]

I stopped in a week ago to do the tour and while my Airstream is not the traditional Airstream(1989 Land Yacht aka Squarestream) I got lots of kind comments from some of your staff on it. I appreciate them squeezing me in for the tour. It was very interesting and a testament on how a quality product should be built.

[@wanted-33]

I know this is an old video, but we're thinking of buying a camper. This video has proved to me why the Airstream is worth the extra cost. The way they are built will probably save us money in the long run. Good job everyone.

[@okeesmokee6658]

This video was brought up because I had been watching videos of problems with the motor coach and travel trailer industry. Very informative and helps me realize that manufacturing can still be done right. Great video and great workmanship - hopefully your parent company will continue to let Airstream do it the right way.

[@TheBigdutchster]

It was a very good tour. All of my life and in many campgrounds, I have always recognized Airstream to be the very pinnacle of travel trailers.

[@Airstream-Inc]

Thanks for watching and for your kind words, Dirk!

[@robbtb]

This was so good! It may not be immediately evident, but this is incredible marketing that's going to resonate with the types of people who buy Airstreams.

[@grahamfloyd3451]

Very true, I hope this new facility will help Airstream improve its quality and restore its reputation.

[@davidmurphree5012]

This is got to be the best travel trailer. would love to chat on one one day. Thanks so much for the tour.

[@deanstoops26]

Gaps in the caulking at 7:20??

[@daveklein2826]

LIAR

[@tmtex]

@@daveklein2826 Saw it

[@ernestjoiner3040]

If a customer pays up front for the work, will Airstream do custom trailer builds? *For instance- On the Flying Cloud 30 FB Bunk (With rear corner bathroom opposite a camp side optional bunk or office space).. Maybe a customer would like to delete the bunk and office and utilize this space for a stacked washer/dryer. In the Classic 33FB, Maybe a customer would prefer to delete the sofa and lounge area and Increase the kitchen space across that opposite wall adding a larger refrigerator, a stand up freezer, and a stacked washer and dryer forward the rear bathroom.. with an Added Camp side bunk Forward the rear bathroom where the sofa was Located.

[@terrykinney975]

I am on my fourth Airstream and have loved each one…currently a 2012 30 Ft Classic. The quality is unmatched from others. I certainly enjoyed this video and I found out a month ago that my first Cousin (Jay Kinney) is a good friend of Mr Humphreys and that is what makes this video special to me…If you don’t own an Airstream then you are missing out on life. Respectfully Terry Kinney

[@Carlyle69]

I’m dreaming of being a being an airstream owner! Absolutely the BEST!

[@michaela.aguilar2921]

Very impressive, wish they were more affordable while maintaining the same quality. We dream of someday getting one. Love the simplicity, longevity, and the quality airstream provides.

[@rsprockets7846]

epic they have factory pick up?

[@Del_Monico]

get a job

[@johnharper2016]

Great video. We own a 2019 Flying Cloud 25'RBT. Love it! We toured the new factory and the Heritage Center, July 2022. Fantastic!

[@josecaamano986]

This is the same way how America became America you guys are keeping the gold standard and it’s just making me think why not why not buy one of these beautiful handmade products made in America God bless you and keep up the good work PS the best

[@garyjarvis2730]

Nicely done video showing how the Airstream trailer is built from start to finish. After seeing this, any buyer will feel confident that they are getting a quality product built by craftspeople who are invested in what they do. Thanks for sharing this interesting content.

[@kevinsews]

Going to pick up my Classic next week. We are upgrading from a 2020 25 footer. Really looking forward to having the additional space for our longer duration trips.

[@watchchat]

👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼🙌🏼 From people I’ve known that own an Airtream, I “knew” these were top notch. Seeing this confirms that.

[@AdventureVanExpo]

Glad to see you guys filling a larger space! Nice to see where all the magic happens

[@skiptheroad]

It's nice to know something's are still expertly hand crafted in the USA and that there are customers who can afford the cost of a new Airstream camper. Your new factory is nice but I am more impressed with the expertise of the employees working on the factory floor and above it. Everyone appeared to be working intently and seemed to be enjoying their task at hand. I'm sure they are all proud to be part of such an iconic American brand. It's the people that bring true value to a brand.

[@Del_Monico]

lol something's??? WTF

[@jeffgorchynski]

​@@Del_Monico It's never the brightest minds calling out a typo on the internet.

[@markturner5207]

Congratulations on the new plant. Super nice. I have always admired Airstream RV’s. However I can’t get my brain around the fact that they dent so easily. Never seen one on the road that didn’t have dings and dents. Also why are you still using antiquated bat insulation when spray foam performs so much better? Thanks

[@reggierico]

Outstanding presentation by a US company that produces an outstanding product!

[@andrewellis7656]

Wow - love Airstreams - so many people working very hard - this was a true learning experience - so much person work - love the attention to detail - and the employees - they are making a very important product - which last for decades... Thank you from a poor sad Canadian. No money - too old - so far away but appreciates all the love put into these trailers.

[@joesteele7514]

Outstanding...the overall quality assurance is the reason why airstream products hodl their value. Our next purchase of a trailer will be the airstream basecamp 16x REI.

[@johnblanchard8719]

So many caravan owners here in Australia can only dream of vans built from the outside in with a large well built door. Expecially those those that have had to replace a fridge or other large part and had to cut the old fridge into pieces just to fit it out the door. Then they can only replace the fridge with a much smaller one to fit through back in the door.

[@BeautyandTheBeastRVers]

I loved seeing this! Ours is due to be built in March and delivered in April. We are hoping to come for a tour during our build ❤

[@Airstream-Inc]

That's so exciting! Can't wait for you to see the plant 🙌🏼

[@pv8340]

@@Airstream-Inc I guess diversity is not one of the companies mission statements. LOL...or were all the brown and black people on break?

[@HE-162]

@@pv8340 the 2010 census says that Jackson Ohio is 98.1% white, and about 1% Latino/Hispanic. That leaves 1% to all other races. I think the factory just happens to be in literally the whitest city in America. Shits crazy 😂

[@lot6129]

@@pv8340 WOKE WARNING........ FFS GET A LIFE

[@mariannehuber5604]

Hallo , got tears in my eyes , see this dream again, there are Dealers in Germany, thanks greetings from Germany

[@Airstream-Inc]

Thanks for watching!

[@thegrinch8161]

I’ve been on holidays in a lot of caravans, some big and spacious and some small and cozy as hell but I’ve never had the experience of having a holiday in an airstream. I don’t know if the lady in England still converts old airstreams into British spec but i did however watch a shedload of videos in which the ones that she did convert were done to a fantastic standard and that’s why i enjoy videos like this because it showcases just how much quality and standard that goes into creating these works of art. 🙏

[@davidbarnsley8486]

That was a fantastic tour of the factory 👍👍👍

[@scottfast03]

Awesome! While I don’t have an Airstream currently, I absolutely LOVED the 23’ Flying Cloud I had a few years ago. I’ll have another one in the future!

[@SignalCorps1]

I just bought a 27FBQ with rear hatch. I am definitely planning to make a pilgrimage to the plant sometime soon. Can’t wait

[@michaelguerin56]

Looks good. As a carpenter I appreciate both the quality of hand fitting and the emphasis on creating a waterproof envelope before the interior fit out is started.

[@JohnAfferty]

A traditional travel trailer you could build in your backyard.. ....this is tools , and skill to the moon.

[@davidcarruthers5850]

Amazing, incredible, outstanding !!! This is how it should be , perfection , pride, quality ! Made in America !

[@mrs.s.5203]

Hi Justin, my husband & I met you in Hershey this past September. We had a nice conversation while sitting in the Classic that was on display. Great video & I am looking forward to touring the facility sometime soon!

[@Airstream-Inc]

Hey there 👋🏼 We're excited to have you visit The Mothership!

[@Killmonize]

This is awesome. I knew the airstream was good but man all the hard work and proud to be American moment.

[@shiznoes]

It's really cool to see that workers are allowed to wear whatever they're comfortable in.

[@OMGWTFLOLSMH]

XXXL clothing is sure to be comfortable.

[@southtexasprepper1837]

Ever since I was a boy, Airstream Trailers have been part of American Culture. Their reputation for Workmanship is unparalleled in the RV Trailer Industry. If I had the means, I'd always wanted to buy a long Airstream Trailer.

[@nomansland4811]

One thing I took a hard at while at the factory, all the wood was solid hardwood, high quality plywood with laminations. No particle board, chipboard etc.

[@rewind1960]

Have been watching a KZbin channel that talks about all the problems people have with RV’s. Then watched a KZbin of a typical RV manufacturing processes built from inside out and was shocked at the poor quality. Impressed that Airstream tests their units for water leaks before the inside is finished. This seems to be the main problem most RV owners have. Must say Airstream proves you get what you pay for.

[@flyinpolack6633]

Really nice facility. The nicest ones out there, Kudos

[@carlpenney901]

I watched a video that Airstream came as a kit and the buyer assembled himself. My dad bought a 1959 Airstream and I liked it more than the 1968 Airstream that he bought later. Cheers

[@patriciaoneil7768]

It would be great to actually hear from your employees; those with long service and newer hires. Many of us want to invest in companies that have strong employee engagement and career paths. Great tour.

[@MICHELEDART]

Thats so impressive!! I want one really bad. Hope to get one and hit the road.

[@edwardmoran1739]

Built in America, legendary stuff Airstream!

[@DannerPlace]

Impressive quality, end to end.

[@jacobnicodemus1051]

Mine should be ready within next month or so. Can’t wait!!

[@aswinos6077]

Well done video! We are Airstreamers and you did us proud!

[@henrychubbs2823]

Very informative and no heavy handed selling. The only thing that I wondered about is why you don't build the chassis yourself.

[@pablopicaro7649]

Very interesting, some similarities to aircraft building. Love the look and quality of these, but don't like Bumper Pull, would only get 5th wheel for stability and load over truck axle.

[@Leartech81]

Sure is different than when I used to take care of Airstream's computers back in the 90's! Love the new factory!

[@jamiefreeland7834]

quality work for sure! Can’t wait to own one, one day!

[@randybourdon2791]

That was a very informative video, always wondered how these Airstreams were built. Thanks for the tour!

[@treborkeeper5052]

Great Tour, thanks for the "walk around",

[@boosttv5688]

Was there in July. towed our new Airstream from Florida to visit. Was a great tour. There is also a Museum there.

[@Airstream-Inc]

Thanks for visiting the travel trailer plant and the Heritage Center!

[@David_Day]

Love where the water intrusion testing sits in the build process

[@ozziepilot2899]

An elegant mobile travel and camping solution, would be great to see more of these in Australia :)

[@Themanoutdoors]

What a brilliant video! Thank you

[@Tchristman100]

I just wish they still made the Airstream motorhome that looks like the trailers.

[@gregoryhunt1142]

THANKS FOR THE TOUR !

[@B44SB66]

Construction quality is the reason my 66 airstream land yacht it’s still usable. I would love to own one of the new airstreams but with my budget this old one fits my needs better and I can slowly update it as my budget allows.

[@davidwolf226]

Justin, thank you for sharing this overview of your new factory and all of the love and attention that goes into producing the finest travel trailer ever. I'm looking forward to making my own purchase in the near future. I can only hope I have the opportunity to visit your beautiful facility there in Ohio.

[@Airstream-Inc]

Thanks, David! Can't wait to see you here in Jackson Center and we're very excited to welcome you to the Airstream family 🦩

[@ntulumewilliam6938]

Great job Airstream team, your really undisputed in this game.

[@josephwilliams1905]

Fascinating, a whole lot different to what we in Australia do in this massive market. Which is better, darned if I know. The Airstream does look pretty aerodynamic and sexy.

[@beingfrank3321]

I really enjoy my 2019 30' Classic RBQ.

[@beingfrank3321]

@Navy1977 we preferred the 30' Classic because the 33' Classic had the recliners perpendicular to the dinette seating. This would make conversations difficult. Whereas the 30' had more of a conversational seating arrangement. When walking into the 30' you are met with an open area with a panoramic view. When you walk into the 33' you are met with a refrigerator. The bedrooms and bathroom in the 30' affords more privacy by being ables to double screen off guests at night. If you have to use the bathroom in the 33' at night you will be passing your guests just to use the bathroom. We do like the fact that the toilet "room" is separate from the shower stall and not contained in one room. While the drop down screen and bathroom in the 33' are really nice, we preferred the 30' due to our lifestyle. I hope this helps.

[@theunidentified4887]

That was AWESOME!👍

[@aussieambo]

Greetings from Australia. 🇦🇺I enjoyed your video tour of the factory. Thankyou

[@Airstream-Inc]

Glad you enjoyed it & thanks for watching!

[@stevanaeastwood8059]

I’ll gladly support this business model. Classic FBtwin we coming for you.

[@bonnieson4989]

Seems like the top end products are the most luxurious and half the latest technology. They look more comfortable than a lot of homes and apts.

[@kikidz16]

Great product but the pack of diversity in your workforce is striking!

[@garethgrundy8087]

Do you think diversity should be something that happens unnaturally? How about I go to India, Pakistan, Saudi Arabia, UAE etc and starting forcing their people to accept people of different cultures into their communities. Just because our ancestors forcefully colonised many other countries in the past does not mean we think the same way as they did. Perhaps this workforce is the way it is because in that part of the US people are not as "diverse" as other parts of the US/wider world. Freedom is what matters. Forcing diversity has nothing to do with freedom, it is exactly the same as forcefully mixing a colony of people.

[@kikidz16]

@@garethgrundy8087 interesting point of view! Please share more on who's forcing "people of different cultures" on you

[@garethgrundy8087]

@@kikidz16 You stated that "the lack of diversity in your workforce is striking". I watched the same footage as you and it did not strike me at all, hence why I noticed your comment and chose to reply, and thankyou for your swift reply too! It certainly is the case where I live that people of different cultures are being forced to live alongside each other. It is also the case where I live that you stand more chance of getting certain types of employment if you are from a minority group. This has become known as "positive discrimination" however I don't really see how any type of discrimination can be referred to as "positive" if it means good rather than bad.

[@garethgrundy8087]

@@kikidz16 I choose to use the word culture because that is the fundamental difference going on. Who you are has more to do with your environmental upbringing than the colour of skin that covers your body. Unfortunately the colour of your skin is the first thing other people know about you so they stereotype you from your appearance. It is what your mind and spirit does that makes you who you are not your skin colour.

[@Subgunman]

Almost bought a used Airstream form Posts in Columbus back in the eighties. Wish I had made the deal. Quite interesting that GM had produced a RV back in the day that kinda mimicked the look of an airstream. I have seen many KZbinrs doing restorations from the frame up on older units. Very time consuming but the end results are fantastic. Back about 25 years ago I heard that one could take their Airstream back to the factory to have the interior upgraded basically a remodel, don’t know if it was true or not but that would be a niche market for the company to get into. Many successful years to the company and its employees!

[@gradyward9649]

I’m so glad I watched this video! I now want to own my own!

[@livinfreewithak]

Don’t make that mistake!!! Take my $180k loss to be your lesson. Airstream creates an emotionally charging and motivating video, but product and service are not to be trusted

[@samgennawey5813]

Love my Airstream. Hope that the next project is developing a dealer network worthy of the product. The significant weak link.

[@johnleden1909]

No doubt they are a beautiful and well made trailer. I would have to walk through one to get a better understanding on how the lack of slide out sections impacts the space. Great video.

[@gus473]

They won't get stuck or leak like a slide out. ¯⁠\⁠_⁠(⁠ツ⁠)⁠_⁠/⁠¯

[@tinderbox218]

Impressive facility.

[@RoadTripTravel]

Fantastic video. This factory is so much more professional than some other Thor brand factories.

[@Joel-ew1zm]

I have dreamed of having one of these since I was a kid. Buying my first house next year. Next major purchase after that is an airstream

[@Erik-gg2vb]

Top of the line trailer Airstream.

[@steveearnshaw2216]

When will Forest River show us tho their trailers are made?

[@scottprice1943]

Great to see a non chinese manufacturer well done on the quality product

[@randomvideosn0where]

I really liked the tour and overall much better than all the other "tours" that don't show the actual work happening. The only point for improvement is the music was loud/distracting.

[@beckyumphrey2626]

Beautiful craftsmanship and an amazing facility.

[@Airstream-Inc]

Thanks for watching, Becky!

[@fletcherburke1110]

I am so proud to be an Airstreamer. Our '22 Globetrotter has been flawless. (We are looking forward to taking delivery on our Classic.) Keep up the good work you guys! I want my kids and grandkids to one day know the joy of owning an Airstream.

[@welcometomoorerving5800]

Thank you for the tour. I am impressed with the water test and the cabinets after the structure process. Many other cheaper trailers use the cabinets to strengthen their sub-par structure of their trailer design. Having said this it is sometimes very difficult to validate your trailers extreme price. I also wish that the air conditioner could be integrated into the trailer rather than on top as it kills the aerodynamics of the original design.

[@StressLessCamping]

That was really impressive to see. Thank you.

[@normanbeal7826]

Mr Humphreys do you recommend a bike rack that will carry a electric bike. and do you have a recommendation for a sway control system . The Plant tour was great, do you give in person tours. Thank you and have a blessed day,

[@portnuefflyer]

I dismantled a crushed 'stream ( snow sliding off a roof, from a height, to be expected) and was amazed to see plain old carbon steel carraige bolts holding the aluminum bottom sill plate to the floor. Dissimilar metal corrosion was well advanced. This trailer was from the 60' to 70"s era.

[@Del_Monico]

what's your point posting this here???

[@portnuefflyer]

@@Del_Monico No point I guess, just pointing out I saw an area that needed a design change. You just don't use carbon steel bolts up against aluminum long term. A bushing of phenolic or nylon to prevent direct contact while still maintaining the needed structural strength, or a stainless bolt would be better. I liked everything about it I saw when dismantling it, all the more so this issue surprised me.

[@OMGWTFLOLSMH]

@@Del_Monico - His point is that they weren't made as great as some people think. I assume they're built better now.

[@kmbbmj5857]

@@OMGWTFLOLSMH Hmmm? 60s/70s era. That's around 50 years. I'd say that's pretty darn good.

[@livinfreewithak]

@@OMGWTFLOLSMHthey are built horribly now

[@kcwerv]

We just received our 2023 Classic RBT. We spent the night at our dealership with full hookups to test everything out. They only had to address a couple of minor problems. One was as simple moving the shelfs that were installed with the top and bottom shelf was reversed. Airstream Quality Control has improved for sure. So far we really love it.

[@kcwerv]

Okay, after we got home we notice the right side doors on the wardrobe closet was not turning the light out when closed. I the pushed on the upper left corner and it is about 1/4 inch away from the wall. I looked to see if the hinges could be adjusted and they are not designed to be. I contacted Airstream support seeing if they could send me a new door. I am waiting to hear back from them after sending them pictures and a video showing what the issue is. I will report back here once I hear back from them.

[@ericandalexlego]

@@kcwerv Any updates?

[@kcwerv]

@@ericandalexlego It appears the only solution is replacing the whole exterior and interior panels. The width on my door opening is 27.5 inches. Others report theirs being 26.25 inches wide. The other option is producing a new door to address the issue. I am waiting to hear exactly what they will decide to do. Due to the weather I can't get back up to the factory until April anyway, so we have some time to figure it out. I will post an update here once things are settled.

[@samwilliamson4715]

Loved this video- 👍👍 thank you for sharing your factory tour and amazing set up, a pleasure to watch

[@Airstream-Inc]

Thank you for your kind words, Sam!

[@geoffreywalker7308]

Amazing... great job. So proud to be an Airstream owner!

[@cannibalholocaust3015]

I’m not into camping but always thought airstreams seemed very expensive. Was smart to put out this short overview of the process because you can see where that cost comes from. Looks quality, also employing a lot of skilled people.

[@Del_Monico]

get a job. What the hell do you mean by "expensive?" Explain that.

[@cannibalholocaust3015]

@@Del_Monico boomers don’t have to tell you their age, they just scream they’re boomers with every utterance. A case study.

[@tycotoys]

I pick up my 27FBQ Globetrotter next week.