DELTA AIRLINES - Hopping down the California Coast

[@Paul_Lucas]

Two for the price of one! Next up, this weekend - Alaska Airlines (op by Horizon), a terrific flight on their E75 up to Minneapolis/St Paul. Then, Sun Country Airlines to Boston, Jetblue to Washington National, Amtrak Acela to Boston and finally Norwegian 737MAX back to the UK 😊

[@rezaalan3991]

737 MAX from Boston to UK? 😱😱

[@lukesinsigalli9045]

@@rezaalan3991 Yes, those planes have an insane range for a mid haul, a A220 can go transatlantic

[@80sfreak14]

I did the Norwegian 737 max from Dublin to Boston and I nearly had like 5 Claustrophobia related panic attacks.

[@rezaalan3991]

eesti laatvi leedu woahh, say no more for 4 engine aircraft from Europe to US East Coast and vice versa.

[@grantlee5737]

Reagan is nice, But Dulles has one of the BEST terminals. Don’t fall for the trap the BWI is anywhere near DC.

[@nyc90]

I absolutely love Delta. I think they're the best carrier we have in the US. Their commitment to on-time performance is unmatched, but I also love that they are the only US legacy carrier still installing seat back TVs on all planes.

[@EpicBoyScout]

Next time you need to travel between Los Angeles and San Diego, I would recommend trying the train on the Pacific Surfliner route. It has some of the most amazing views, particularly after leaving LA.

[@Paul_Lucas]

I plan on doing this! Was just pressed for time this time around 😊

[@kellyk5946]

Ricci Lam my favourite way to San Clemente from London via San Diego.

[@MrRamyon74]

I concur, it's a great trip I have done it in both directions.

[@fidelcastro9579]

Thankyou. Will do it next summer. 👍

[@chromebomb]

Agree 100%!!! Its beautiful thru Ventura and Santa Barbara as well!

[@aubrey7982]

One of the things I love about this channel is that you spotlight local sights (and do so accurately!)

[@adammurphy6845]

Love your reports Paul! PS- The lady on the SFO-LAX flight in row 2 that got up for the man was Maria Shriver, Arnold Schwarzenegger ex wife.

[@Paul_Lucas]

So it was! Well spotted.

[@macktravels68]

Great catch. I commented and missed this comment.

[@mattg7372]

“I’m sorry Maria ; I was with our maid ; and you’ll have to fly commercial from No Cal to So Cal “

[@macktravels68]

Doh----LOL@@mattg7372

[@edvaira6891]

I’ve lived in San Diego for thirty two years and Never get tired of the approach into Lindbergh, although it always means “Yeah, your vacation is over, dude!”

[@allanduncan6852]

Good to see that Delta has evolved and survived. Last flew with them, 18 years ago, the MD-111 was ancient and really ready for the scrap heap!

[@jpaleas]

I’m glad you like Delta’s style ! My favorite airline! I’m close to reaching a million miles on them and all for personal pleasure travel! Looking forward to see you travel more Delta next year as well as your impressions on Delta one! Great report as always!

[@colinhuyck3834]

Team Delta here too! Blue+Red=colors of best airline

[@kjdinoc]

I hit the million mile mark about 6 years ago. One experience I will never forget is a gate to gate ride in a Porsche in MSP a few years back. It was just soooo cool.

[@BlakeEdgington]

The 717 is an aircraft that I am yet to try which needs to change. Really enjoyed that you left the takeoff alone on this video. Pure avgeek moment.

[@joermnyc]

That approach from the east into San Diego from the other side of the aircraft shows just how skilled the pilots need to be... the wing tip can be FEET away from things like houses, trees... plus from the ground having a plane suddenly ROAR overhead can shake the ground. San Diego was a fun trip. :) I also did a coast hop from SFO to Orange County airport, but SFO was hammered in with fog, had to cram 2 flights into one to get there. Going back, we got caught out because the wind direction changed, and all departures were grounded, so we had to sit and wait in the middle of the taxiway system for our gate to clear... thankfully my connection was a few hours long.

[@ITripReport]

Welcome to San Diego, it’s actually pretty rare for any airline to fly 737s/A320s on their LAX-SAN routes, usually we only see E-jets and CRJs on that route. Great video as always

[@Paul_Lucas]

Thanks! 😊😊

[@joermnyc]

Delta may have just needed a 737 for a morning departure (considering SD airport shuts down at night... and loudly wakes up in the morning (who needs an alarm clock in your harbor side hotel when jet engines can do the job for you!)

[@colinhuyck3834]

Delta is my favorite airline. They are always consistent with the products and the product is great. Never have issues with the crew and always on time to location. Also, they fly into smaller airports which is helpful.

[@type2diabeticfree428]

Great report again Paul... and I note you took the bus between terminals 2 & 3. I was at LAX recently and with time on my hand, walked from the Tom Bradley International Terminal to T2 and back, walking under the runways in tunnels. For the amount of food I consumed in the AA Flagship Lounge... the walk was more out of guilt than anything else but it was a pleasant walk with great views of aircraft on the stands.

[@scottdj111]

I agree with you re: the approach into Lindbergh Field. When I lived in SD, my favourite part of coming home was watching the reactions of fellow passengers who had never flown into SD before. Their faces when the downtown highrises seemed to pass right outside their window were an absolute picture!

[@ryaninmtv]

I'm a multi-year elite flyer on Delta and love them as well. Took the flagship A350-9 service from AMS - DTW earlier this year. You'll love it!

[@tyaucupis]

I love watching your videos. I stay up too late watching your trips. I’m starting flight school next week with American Airlines and I hope to have you as a passenger one day. Safe travels!

[@SunJetViking]

As usual an outstanding review. Of all the Tripreporters I follow you are still the best without a doubt. Had some chats with you some time ago when you were on Snapchat (I'm from Sweden) and you are always an absolute delight to talk to. And an Avgeek as well. Keep em' coming! Your into gets me excited every time.

[@wdm1000]

Great video! I’m always amazed how close you get to buildings on approach into San Diego. One of my favorite approaches as well.

[@jasonbabila6006]

I love Delta, Delta is my preferred choice for domestic flights, I’m a Sky Club member and I always fly first class and sometimes comfort class.

[@AVCTripReports]

Great Report. Very much enjoyed watching. Deltas 717’s look like quite a nippy little jet to fly. I never quite realised how close SAN is to the city centre.

[@cardiffflyer]

Great video! I've flown Delta a few times both short haul and long haul and i've always had a great flight with them!

[@michaelprice7391]

I like this content because it's descriptive and reminds me of previous times when i flew to different places.

[@kjdinoc]

I love Delta too. The 717 is a fun experience. It's so hard to believe they actually manufactured those Birds right here in California. Back in the day when you could actually build things in this State. Was hoping you would have made a few remarks about my hometown airport (SAN). I love the place.

[@bethfrazier414]

Kevin Danker lived right across the golden gate. Most beautiful views in the whole world

[@paulharmo]

Great review! I've really come to like Delta in the past few years, and especially flying on MD-88s and 717s. The unique 2-3 coach config is great - I love being on the "narrow" side of the plane if I'm not up front! If you are a Skyteam/Delta elite things get even better, as you usually have great chances of getting bumped to C+, which all have power plugs, free booze, and comfy headrests to boot over normal economy.

[@buzzukfiftythree]

I've only flown once on a 717 (well, actually a DC9) of Air Canada from Toronto to Thunder Bay (just before they were withdrawn in 2000). Loved the aircraft - so much leg room even in economy and so quiet.

[@Anto9359]

Great video again Paul. Loved the landing in San Diego. It's a really good airport and city. Hope you are planning to visit Ireland again soon 🇮🇪

[@AWWx2]

Yoga in San Francisco, OF COURSE !!! I'm not surprised at that. Great shots from the air on take-off from SFO !! Yeah, I sort of pricked up my ears when you said 60 miles from L A to San D. Sort of strange to take TWO flights from SFO to SAN...there are many non-stop flights between those two cities daily but maybe not on Delta. Not sure why you chose to break it into two flights and just change planes in L A. AND YES! Having lived in San D for 3 years, I ALWAYS loved that landing approach..seeing all the city downtown to the left, seeing the Coronado Bridge, and a somewhat short landing runway just beyond Interstate route 5. It has got to be one of the most dramatic landings in a major city anywhere in the world. And then there's the mild weather and the many miles of beaches, San Diego wins in so many ways as a place to fly into ! Good video.

[@alexandergarland77]

You kno Delta Airlines is my Airline of Choice.... everytime I Travel!!! I live in Georgia where there main Hub and base opps are .... I give u a hugely awesome job well done This was so Good for me

[@dodger1214]

That's a great landing in San Diego. Never have had the opportunity to land there. The Doubletree is a great hotel to watch planes land, as long as you have a room by the freeway.

[@charliemcluckie7713]

I flew across Australia in a 717 with Qantaslink. Perth to Alice Springs , then on to Cairns. Enjoyed the flight and remember how quiet it was. I also remember it seemed to be a steep climb after take off. Believe it or not, two of the flight attendants were called Jason and Kylie - I don't think they were joking either.

[@GregChomko]

To this day, the Boeing 717 is still my favorite aircraft. It’s very sentimental for me, I flew on the 717 all the time with AirTran. Great plane to fly on.

[@christianbridges6915]

I love the music you use in your videos!

[@21xd09]

Absolutely beautiful and stunning video! Man now I HAVE to try Delta within a year or two.

[@stephaniedavis8063]

Really enjoyed all your travel videos they are the best I’ve seen

[@Paul_Lucas]

Thank you Stephanie!

[@stephaniedavis8063]

Wingin’ It! Paul Lucas can’t wait for this years travel

[@easternpa2]

Just found your channel and I'm enjoying the videos. What a trip! I fly quite a bit for work and I'm always looking out the window for airfields going by. On this particular flight, I was hoping you were going to point out an airfield with a rather unique situation. The founders of Google were tired of dealing with traffic and delays at San Jose Airport, so they picked up the tab for the land lease at NASA Ames Research Center in exchange for use of the runways! Keep up the great work, can't wait to see the rest of your vids. Update: Just saw Moffet Field in your Q400 report. Nice!

[@amtrakharry]

Excellent Paul...! That was and incredible landing in San Diego !!! Thanks for sharing !!! :):):)

[@TOBLEROWAN123]

i will never forget arriving in san diego on BA’s 777-200er im club world it was amazing

[@mlsyogi4821]

Love your videos. I think Delta has one of the best airline Apps. So easy to book flights, even the last minute.

[@RavaRiley]

Great vid again Paul !!! All the best 👍

[@philkitchen5462]

You mentioned two parts of mr recent trip that I loved too. Took the bus shuttles to and from The Eagles Nest at LAX, and running between the taxiway and the runway is an awesome experience, just a shame the vision vinyls ruin the views somewhat. Also did the arrival into SAN for the first time and those downtown views are breathtaking

[@MeMyelfAndHer]

Can't wait to see your trip report of Delta One! Loved this one, keep it up!

[@debsshadyladyscards]

Have just found your channel about week or so ago. Absolutely love your reports. Im not a good flyer lol. I do fly or I wouldn’t go anywhere. But im definitely not keen. However your reports are very good. I usually only fly no longer than 4 hours max lol. I’d love to go to New York and couple of other futher places, but I’m not brave enough lol. Flew as a child no problem but some reason?? When got to about 20 I started to have anxiety issues on take off and landing. Not too bad once cruising just on take off and landing?? Love your reports Paul. Keep them coming and thank you xx

[@Paul_Lucas]

Thank you Debs!

[@BruceJSkelly]

The Boeing 717 / Mc Donnell Douglas MD-80 / Douglas DC-9 is an interesting aircraft. Entering service in 1965, with the last one being produced in 2006. Very few aircraft have survived two mergers and production for over 40 years. One of my favorite airlines, Midwest Airlines, operated the Boeing 717, in an all first class configuration. Four across leather seats, food service on China and fresh baked-on-board chocolate chip cookies were distinctive features of their service.

[@KerrijaGryphon]

Delta's 717s used to be AirTran's, Southwest inherited them when they acquired AirTran and then leased them out to Delta for use. They are very modernized mad dogs and the Rolls Royce engines are incredibly efficient and quiet for the type of aircraft they are on.

[@richardharibo]

Love this video as I always do!! San Diego one of my favourite cities in the world!!

[@airsideopslax7911]

You can also take the airside bus to TBIT where you can connect to terminals 4-8 as well if you had more time.

[@micahbriones7482]

i don't know if it was intentional but the mood lighting in the sfo jetbridge makes it a little more delta

[@GoofysHatBand]

Yay San Diego, my home. I hope you got to spend a few days here. I am curious as to why you took a connecting flight through LA to get to San Diego. The next time you are in LA and headed to San Diego, I recommend business class on Amtrak's Pacific Surfliner. Sit on the west side of the train. From south OC down, it features fantastic views.

[@curtisjewell3219]

If you want to try some short hops, do Alaska Airlines flight 65 between SEA and ANC via KTN, WRG, PSG, and JNU on a 737. Fun little flight. Unfortunately, they don't stop long at the intermediate airports... Maybe take another flight up to KTN and start there? It's a fun small airport...

[@theswordguy5269]

Have fun in San Diego! If you had sat on the right side you'd have had a birds eye view of Balboa Park on approach. Its a great place watching spot and the air and space museum there is quite nice. If you have the time, visit Balboa Park and the zoo. Old Town and the Gas Lamp have some great restaurants, too.

[@davidiusbrown]

Protip: When flying to San Diego, left window seats are preferred if you want that great view of downtown San Diego where the buildings are higher than the aircraft.

[@bryanbaker274]

PAUL I LOVE THAT YOU ENJOY HIP HOP

[@tomjones3113]

👍👍👍👍 video on Delta Airlines trip on the west coast. Like Delta Airlines here in SLC.

[@benjaminmarkworth]

i flew delta first class from la to san francisco on the 717 and sat in the same seat as you lol

[@ea7654]

Paul, I love your music selection lol

[@fidelcastro9579]

Excellent work mate. 👍👍👍👍👍

[@ellisdee1233]

Delta is my favourite legacy carrier , American 2nd and , ugh ,United . Trip report idea : Ottawa to Iqaluit on First Air or Canadian North . I know you like some of the older planes (me too) , flying Canadian North could get you on a B-737-200 ! Quite pricey though . And you'd probably want to go in June ! Cheers .

[@steveamsp]

Loving the videos. And yes, the Delta App is definitely top notch

[@craigwillis3372]

Great stuff Paul.....2 short haul flights but American 1st class is different to what I would expect! Well done and await your next flight!!

[@paulwhitear4983]

Great video Paul. Fantastic view over San Diego. Any railway vids coming up.

[@beckeb00]

Another great video, Paul. FYI, Yanks who are AmEx Platinum card holders do have access to the Delta SkyLounges regardless of travel class so long as it is with Delta. (The AmEx also comes with Priority Pass Elite so you can access any of those lounges in SFO and LAX.) I don't know if the same benefit applies to card holders outside the US as, well, I am in the US.

[@Paul_Lucas]

Yes it does apply to other Amex Platinum cardholders. Nice benefit!

[@seaschulainn]

Delta is my all time favorite Airline

[@DoubleDeckerAnton]

Another nice flight Paul...!!! ✈☕ Very well documented...!!! 📚😁

[@sexyguy3647]

love your videos

[@davidbarnett9312]

Nice Thanksgiving Day surprise to find a new trip report from you, Paul. Good report as usual. I know a lot of folks give suggestions to you, so here's one. BA has had direct flights from London Heathrow to Austin Bergstrom for a couple of years. Next year, according to a press release from Lufthansa, they will begin flights from Frankfurt or Munich to Austin Bergstrom. Perhaps you could be on the inaugural flight. If not, happy safe flying all over the planet, Paul. I just subscribed so now I won't have to hunt for your reports.

[@bluemtnsman]

Have enjoyed your channel for some time now. Not a fan of flying to be sure, but you have produced some interesting videos centered on flight. Craving your rail trip reports again,,, whether US , the continent, or the UK. Cheers mate.

[@6yjjk]

Love it - "United sucked, again, not even gonna bother." My one experience of SFO came about because United screwed up - I should never have been there. Ended up sort-of-sleeping airside, then getting thrown out by the police at 4am because of a security breach. Sniffer dogs, bomb squad, the works. What happened, apparently, was that a bunch of new security goons were too stupid even for TSA and didn't make the cut, and some genius decided that they shouldn't hand in their badge and uniform right away but could work their last shift. These muppets got it into their little brains to come in an hour early, open up the checkpoint, and let everyone through unscreened... just for the hell of it. So that was nice. I miss the 717s that Blue1 used to have. Wonderful aircraft (and airline - RIP).

[@lvthud]

Just so you know, SFO doesn't use TSA, it's handled by Covenant Aviation Security.

[@6yjjk]

@@lvthud Thanks for that. Somewhat reassuring about TSA in general, except this means these muppets might not actually be too stupid for TSA.

[@lvthud]

@@6yjjk Yeah, my thoughts exactly

[@kjdinoc]

I'm still trying to figure out why anyone with a right mind would willing get on a UAL plane?

[@6yjjk]

@@kjdinoc For me, back in 2012, it was because SAS and United were the easiest connections and gave me enough Star Alliance miles to take another trip. I don't carry a guitar and I'm not a doctor, so how bad could it be, right? Bad enough that I'll never willingly fly them again, and that was *before* the return flight.

[@fixpacifica]

In case anyone's interested, the cluster of office buildings at 5:37 upon departing SFO is Genentech's HQ.

[@EileenfromOttawa]

Do you mount a gopro on your shoulder for boarding? How does the crew and other pax react?

[@Paul_Lucas]

It’s mounted to a backpack strap - and I’ve always had positive reactions! If I see someone has noticed it I always make a point of saying hello and explaining what I do. Never been asked to stop filming.

[@EileenfromOttawa]

@@Paul_Lucas Thanks! I am hoping to try making some trip videos next month, inspired by your work :)

[@Paul_Lucas]

Good luck!

[@littlejimmyparker]

That approach reminds me of the one into Nampula, Mozambique. Great Video

[@guintube]

I don't care much for Terminal 3, but it is the last of the original jet age design layout that can still be seen at LAX. It will probably be updated sometime in the future, but it shows the iconic roundish gate layout that all of the original terminals once exhibited. I flew out of the terminal many times over the last 40 years or so mainly with TWA and Alaska. Back in the day you had to go down under the tarmac and back up to get to the gates. It needs renovating but still a bit sad to see it go.

[@jaimedizra3534]

The 717 is beautiful ive been in one and it was thrilling

[@ericjamieson]

Is the LAX-SD flight fairly new? Pretty sure when I lived in San Diego there weren't any flights between SD and LA.

[@silasreitsma4533]

what do you use to edit your videos?

[@stevecooksley]

Great trip report, dodgy shirt Paul!

[@Paul_Lucas]

Haha cheers!

[@Cupra-290]

Fantastic video, I don't usually comment but I enjoyed it. Cheers Paul.

[@srowley85]

I can't remember if Alaska has a lounge in San Diego, but they do give lounge access to first class passengers. They don't have many lounges, but if you transfer at Seattle or Portland, you get access to very nice lounges with a first class ticket.

[@jackasnightm5804]

Instead of flying from SFO to LAX on delta try flying from OAK to BUR on jet suite x. The Pacific Surf liner and metro link also stop at Burbank airport.

[@peterkelly1406]

I had experience with the old TWA , mainly out of NYC to Paris and back a few times and also NYC to Boston and back , great airline and I loved the old TWA terminal at JFK ... inspirational architecture ... it is claimed the Sydney Opera House is in fact copied from the architect of the JFK terminal Eero Saarinen

[@dawn-ho6hi]

New Delta uniform look nice and professional.

[@mylesmoore9564]

You should fly Virgin Australia from LAX or SFO to Brisbane on the 777. As not many good youtubers do reviews on this airline, in my opinion it is great! :)

[@kevboynet]

The most Zen of your reports I've seen yet.

[@tehblizz]

My day just got better!

[@alanhays3033]

Hey Paul...Don't know how long you were in SAN...hope you enjoyed my home town....

[@businessbuilding1]

Love it.. Would love to see u do review of Virgin Atlantic. Enjoying the videos!

[@badgerattoadhall]

I really wish you could have had a proper delta airlines trip. I really really enjoy flying delta airlines. I will even pay a little extra money to fly delta.

[@zarniwoopb6078]

I've been to Barneys Beanery many times, great food and beer selection

[@andreworiez8920]

There is an exception to the no lounge. If your flying Alaska a domestic 1st class ticket does allow you into theirs.

[@SaultyG]

Monterey Bay! 6:51 is the Salinas Municipal Airport! The city where I live!

[@Meaninginprogress]

Any plans to come up through Winnipeg?

[@thevirgintraveller]

The views on the LAX-SAN flight are amazing! It's a shame they didn't provide you with some Champagne to help appreciate those views ;)

[@flyboysaviation8822]

Great video, and some nice rap music ;)

[@jamesessex1]

Another exceptional trip report! #LovePaulsTripReports

[@sthitadhibasu]

A nice and comprehensive look at domestic travel within USA.

[@vincentcalvelli6452]

Cheers Paul, When times permits I would urge you try Amtrak’s Pacific Surfliner Service between Los Angeles in Business Class which entitles you to the use of the Metropolitan Lounge at Los Angeles and complimentary wine & snacks onboard the train with great views of the Southern California beaches.

[@scobby47231]

Thanks for flying delta..

[@Hgood1]

I suppose everyone’s experience is different. I took this plane from LA to Seattle. First class seat was uncomfortable, not cushiony at all. Food was atrocious and our flight was delayed multiple times and had two gate changes announced only once over a mike no one could hear. It was utter chaos. I took another Delta flight from Guadalajara to LAX. Again poor communications with passengers. For some reason our wider bodied jet was the only airplane at airport that boarded from tarmac in brutal heat for reasons not explained. We were transported from terminal to tarmac in an an unairconditioned bus and left there unable to get out in blazing heat. There was one delta rep on bus. An 80 year old woman collapsed from the heat. I caught her before she hit the ground. I shouted out at delta rep for help. It was other passengers who helped. The delta rep just stood there clueless. I gave Delta another shot. I leaned my arm on the arm rest and the arm rest came off in aisle. I noticed the arm rest had been simply taped to my seat. Aircraft was filthy and tired. So three shots I gave Delta and I’m outta there. Unlike you I’ve not had a bad experience on these two airlines: United and Alaska. That’s having flown 2 million air miles in my adult life. I do have to say I took business on British Airways recently, having avoided them for 15 years, they have greatly improved, the food was superb. Their new safety video is one of the funniest around.

[@georgephipps494]

Great video Paul - I love your videos! What action camera do you use for your videos? :)

[@danielintheantipodes6741]

Thank you for the video!

[@apl175]

Glad you got to try Delta -- I've long believed that all of the USA's legacy carriers (American, Delta, United) are in general pretty lousy compared to European and Asian carriers - but I feel like you have less chance of drama, disappointment and kerfuffle on Delta than on the other two.

[@Paul_Lucas]

Thanks - I’ve heard good things about Delta and most people seem to rate them pretty well!

[@Dylan-xv3hp]

730-800 for 100 miles? Would've thought a turboprop or something for that little distance lol

[@vinniesuperstar8923]

What is that being built that you showed flying into LAX? Looks like a stadium.