Flying the BRAND NEW Qantas A220

[@costagazis7583]

i was the lead-loader for the first flight! I was the one setting the conveyor up at the start of the video!

[@StefanDrury]

I love it when people find themselves in these videos! Thanks for getting our aircraft ready, and thanks for leaving this comment.

[@unclejim1528]

Dude, no time stamp? I don't know you but I still wanna go "haaaaaa" (in Bart Simpson bully voice without the Aaaa in front because no one is getting hurt) Assuming 0:38? "LOOK MAAAA, I'M ON TV!" lol, I'll be quiet now.

[@costagazis7583]

@@unclejim1528 that would be correct

[@thefunson8087]

@@StefanDrury bible?

[@firstnamelastname7941]

Costa, everyone at Swissport knows that you are a lazy lead loader. Just go ask your rampies.😉

[@Jumpzehh]

The A220 is a wildly underrated aircraft.

[@Secretlyanothername]

I can't wait for them to transform Qantas route map and replace some of the older 320s as well as the 717s

[@iain8837]

Wildly underrated? In what way? They have been around for 7 years, had many problems for many years, sometimes ending up in being grounded. Swiss limited cruising flights to FL280 for a long time. Recently things have been back to normal though.

[@ytlurker220]

@@iain8837 all of the problems are related to the Pratt & Whitney engines since they're new geared turbofans. The A320neo shares some of those problems.

[@madaboutsnooker147]

tbh its overrated. Sexiest in the sky i'll give that. For me the 747 and this, are probably the most esthetically pleasing pax planes ive ever seen. But the engine vibration if sat over the wing, and infront, is absolutely horrid in certain places. It phases in and out audibly, and so does the vibration. It just doesnt fly nice if thats your preferred area on the place. I was bitterly disappointed. hope the advanced 220 will address this issue.

[@cityplanner3063]

@@madaboutsnooker147compare narrow bodies to narrow bodies. Not wide bodies. At the end of the day I think people over rate this aircraft bc it’s suppose to be a regional aircraft but can do more.

[@jamsaanich4993]

Well done. Clips, editing, content, humour, concise. Instantly engaged.

[@StefanDrury]

Thank you 🙏 glad you enjoyed this one.

[@damon8637]

"I've recently purchased this map...." 🤣

[@jjbankert]

"acquired" 😂

[@Lafayette80.]

"Borrowed"

[@gregpedler7891]

😂😂😂😂

[@Calebs_Aviation]

I know! 😝

[@alansaunders1407]

"Liberated"

[@warwulf4023]

The content, the humour, the editing style: Pure gold!

[@DUBaviator]

Bombardier really designed a fantastic aircraft.

[@fngonzo]

This is why I keep coming back. What a fun short video. It has it all... Adventure, informative, comedy and romance. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers. Stay strong, Stef!

[@anthonypollard4538]

Good luck Stefan hope all goes well and you're back in the sky soon.

[@StefanDrury]

Many thanks Anthony

[@bruceharper8149]

Thank you for capturing my local airport so beautifully Stef. Thinking of you and this part of your journey, stay strong.

[@StefanDrury]

Thanks Bruce, I like visiting Canberra. It’s good for GA aircraft to practise controlled airspace procedures as well. Thanks for the kind words too 🙏

[@BAIRZKX]

A220 so beautiful and elegant design

[@steven-george]

Take care. Hope all goes well, and you are back in the air again soon.

[@ivart_xyz]

Flew a220 on my first trip to Paris back in 2017 when it still was a bombardier cs, few months old aircraft, was super excited!

[@kayelle8005]

Thank you for all your videos. Love your sense of humour which I hope will help you in the coming weeks and months through your treatment. I’m sure your whole extended KZbin family is holding you in their hearts and surrounding you with healing energy. All the best Stefan 💕

[@hkss14]

Another great video, Stef. BTW...love your kitchen!

[@jasonrwilkinson9216]

First clean sheet design in decades and it shows! In my opinion the best small airliner in the world, no wonder Airbus cannot literally make them fast enough to keep up with their backlog of sales. Glad you enjoyed your day out Stef - love Jaq's reaction to the spoon!

[@paratyshow]

👍✅ Keep taking us alone Stef, we really appreciate what you do!

[@danieldonker66]

Hey Stefan love the videos you always put so much effort in. Can wait to see you flying again!

[@StefanDrury]

Thanks Daniel, I appreciate the support.

[@vsznry]

beautiful machines. stay positive!

[@StefanDrury]

Yeah it's a nice upgrade to their fleet, thanks vsznry 🙏

[@GoldCoastGuy82]

I’ve been following you now for several years and want to wish you the very best and can’t wait until they clear you to fly as PIC again 😊

[@youpeppe124]

Your editing style is an inspiration for me. Take care Stef.

[@StefanDrury]

I appreciate that, I love the editing part of the process so thanks for saying that.

[@youpeppe124]

@StefanDrury thanks for answering back. The love is quite visible, and also, what I like is that it seems like you plan ahead composition , sound mix, etc, and that part blows me away.

[@royevans1267]

Lovely and informative as always Stef...look after yourself buddy...get back here soon!

[@Aleksandar6ix]

I recently flew aboard Air Canada's A220....a seriously good aircraft! Very comfortable, great views, and quiet (aside from the engine groans at low power which are something else!)

[@Soothing_SoundsASMR]

Good luck Stefan, you’ll be back flying soon, stay strong. Best wishes Mark 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿✈️✈️

[@richardwilson5913]

Perfect aircraft for short regional hops. I’m looking forward to seeing more vlogs like this soon, as well as catching glimpses of you running near Fawkner park again in the not too distant future.

[@scottjessett6000]

Perfect way to start the day before work. Another great video thanks Stef!

[@bhail256]

Stefan, wishing you the best on this part of your journey. Good vibes your way.

[@finnleithomczyk5292]

5:40 I think in Frankfurt they still have the old style departure board with the flippy flappy thing, was awesome to see

[@Ethan-robins]

Thanks Stef for this video, I hope all goes well for your treatment ❤❤❤Wishing it’s not long , take care mate ❤

[@myth-n-m4yhem]

just found your channel courtesy of MenTour Pilot He hasn't steered me wrong yet! Love your content and presentation

[@spiro5327]

Seems like a nice upgrade for Qantas. Love the look of it from the outside. This would make for a nice private aircraft but only in my dreams, haha. Jaqui looks quite pleased with her gift. See you again soon, thanks Stef

[@Bellonging]

Devastated that Qantaslink didn't get enough votes for "Bin Chicken" or "Turbo Chook" as I thought they would have been excellent names for aircraft hehe. Nice to see a "bat" on there tho I did submit both "Bin Chicken" and "Australian White Ibis" in hope, but my prayers were not answered 😞

[@StefanDrury]

If Qantas called one of their A220s “bin chicken” I would purposefully book that aircraft every time. Love that!

[@DanRandom]

A great looking aircraft, thanks for sharing this mate!! 😀😀😀😀

[@michaelt2682]

I was fortunate to fly it the other week. Still has new plane smell!

[@StefanDrury]

Awesome, the Canberra or Brissy run? Glad you had a good flight.

[@michaelt2682]

@@StefanDrury I was up fortunate to get onto the Uluru trip. Absolute once in a lifetime experience.

[@Stefan-qy4ro]

from one Stefan to another, great video my friend and stay strong, can't wait to see you flying again

[@StefanDrury]

Thank you fellow Stefan. That’s very kind 🙏

[@coder_dude247]

And finally a good direction, this channel is heading, kudos and best of luck on the health side

[@Brendan_A]

what i wouldnt give to see a plane called "Bin Chicken" 😂

[@stevevisscher1350]

You got me right at the end there mate. All the very best to you, Stefan. Take care.

[@janwatson7981]

Great little video Stef,thoroughly enjoyed it. Good luck,will be here waiting when you return,take care of yourself

[@travissanchez4305]

Looking forward to a speedy recovery and seeing you back in EYZ! Saw it outside the hangar walking back from maintenance with my flight instructor last week. She still looks pretty!

[@davidhunt3808]

Noel Phillips is good with his travel videos videos , this video is just as good and engaging ,really enjoyed it . Hope all goes well for you !!

[@berniebrown9115]

Thanks for another great video. Praying for your speedy recovery

[@putto123]

Very excited to see some of the new routes that Qantas have claimed the A220 will open up!

[@4444brock]

Hope you get through this quickly and back to normal. I so look forward to seeing all your flights. I live in Benalla and fly a powered paraglider from our airport when ever I get the chance. Cheers

[@pjotrtje0NL]

6:19 luckily for you, Stef, KLM had a very important Ibis: it was the first KLM DC-3, delivered in 1936.

[@beagle7622]

Best wishes my friend to you & your family. . I find yours to be in the top 5 aviation sites on the net, the others are more technical. I hope you’re back flying Echo Yankee Zulu very soon . You have given me lots of good information Stefan. All the best mate: Peter.

[@MaverickAussie]

Great vid as usual, thanks Stef!

[@captain_john_d]

Love the vid Stef! Got a soft spot for Canberra - where I got my PPL 😊

[@ZBthepro]

Your vids are amazing you may remember me from the thing about the radio call generator software emails😀

[@damiendavis5151]

Keep up the good work brother! We love you mate!

[@simonceglinski5826]

Great review!! I can’t wait to fly the A220 and also “buy” a map 😂

[@apollofsx]

Send an A220 to Cairns. Ancient A320s is what we get. Cairns to Adelaide would be nice. Enjoyable vid Stef.

[@__beer__]

I got a 717 a couple of weeks ago from sydney to hobart, was so cool sitting between the fan cowl and the wing! I had the window seat, obviously. Such an amazing POV

[@DJ99777]

Very nice review Stef. Well done.

[@gordanmilne7034]

Great review and best wishes for a quick recovery.

[@SnowHarp]

There is a good story behind how the Bombardier C series became the A220.

[@sir-jj3552]

Milkshake must’ve earned his wings by now, I could handle a livery of a smiley Milkshake😉

[@ericsd55]

Not one comment about the "new jet smell?" I got to deliver a few new EMB145s from Brazil. That new jet smell is quickly replaced with stale coffee, BO, and shame. lol Loved your humor in this one, as always!

[@melissanoonan3301]

St Ali is amazing as are their Gypsy toasties 😍 Hang onto that sense of humour Stef, will do you wonders. Every good wish. X

[@richlebrocq]

Would love it the a220 operates the Melbourne Launceston route

[@jamsaanich4993]

I flew Bulgaria Air A220. Great experience.

[@DebMoon17]

Very nice aircraft - some good features. Thanks for the look-see!!

[@Kni0002]

Cant wait to start seeing these flying over me on a regular basis

[@vh-tangoalphacharlie561]

Stefan ... that was one of the most entertaining (I had a good laugh several times) and informative reviews Ive seen ... THANK YOU ! Due to the Bonza "issue" and no direct fights to GLT I re-booked 2 of us with QF out of MEL an A220 flight - booked paid done ... just need to jump on a Dash 8 from Brisvegas for a short jump. You have talent young man ... fly safe - Blue UP - Brown DOWN ...

[@honkit7]

Stef, i cant wait for your next travel and PIC video. Im sure it will come very soon! Get well!

[@fathert]

Frankfurt has those old fashioned departures boards that flick over - they look great!

[@FrankFlyer]

"Brush Turkey" would be another good A220 name!

[@Maxokhuijsen]

Hey steff, great video as always!Stay strong and i wish you and your family all the best! 🙏🙏

[@stevenpaladin540]

Thanks Stef - stopped at St Ali for a coffee and it was really good. Great video as always.

[@issacsmith3169]

I know the ramp staff in the 7:07 shot

[@affa289]

Awesome video Stef thanks for time and effort ,Get well soon back in the air in no time 💪

[@StefanDrury]

Thank you, glad you enjoyed it and thanks for the support.

[@gbrown8626]

Always enjoy your videos Take care Stefan looking forward to more flying vids

[@simiot1]

God Bless Stef! Looking forward to your return.

[@trueairspeed130]

those airports look so civilized compared to what we experience in the USA

[@dayvideo64]

Well done Stef, interesting video!

[@TomTalley]

Thanks for another great video about flying.

[@ianmooney213]

Time to take care of #1. Hope all goes well and your back in the air ASAP.

[@StefanDrury]

Many thanks Ian 🙏

[@robinrother1799]

At 3:20 I was relieved that you were not making a comment about the lack of supplies in the bathroom. Good luck Stef.

[@MonstaAU]

The sims will probably be busy for a while, but hopefully the QF team get you in for some type uplift training. I mean it is a side stick too, how hard can it be? We are still here, still with you.

[@muttleysmith]

Awesome Ep, thanks, Stef

[@jeffreysureejamie2547]

They missed a naming opportunity with ‘Bin Chook’.

[@bryceguignon3083]

Go do what you need to do. It all works out in the end!

[@OVTraveller]

Hi Stef, watching your latest video is just as irresistible as knocking off a Qantas route map from the magazine, but I am more drawn to the international one. Stay strong, keep well and keep flying (behind the cockpit) and in the left hand seat soonest.

[@darkage101]

Awesome video! Thanks for sharing :)

[@jezkemp712]

Stef, Need to know what new plane smell... smells like? Stay cool, eat plants and sending lots of positive vibes!

[@footsietwo]

Wireless charging always a 'Thing 👍😊 Gorgeous hop into a new sunrise 🙏😊 Thanks Stefan! Wishing a jet full of best wishes from Dublin ☘️ on this phase of your journey in the now 💪🙌😊 we are living in an era where medicine moves as fast as jets have ... 'You've got this Sir! 💪🙌☘️😊

[@pinni74]

I used to work for Alliance Airlines. Like most regional operators they are replacing their aging fleet but with also aging Embraer 😂 Problem is regional operators like Alliance loved the high fuselage mounted engines as the mining sites runways kick up debris and dust into under slung engines. Meaning higher risk of damage and more frequent maintenance schedules. But the older aircraft aren’t great customer experience. The new A220 looks very slick inside. 👌

[@d4vid0110]

The A220 will be a new plane for me to try when I do get to Melbourne & fly to Brisbane as well. And I learnt something new today, a Boeing 717. 🤭

[@niklasgermann]

Thanks so much for this look into the Qantas A220.. kinda jealous because you in Australia have way more features and benefits like charging ports, service and seat padding.. way better then in Europe.. cost cutting everywhere… amazing! (Also the editing and your humour ;)

[@cliffhigson7581]

As i watch this at 5:05 pm tues 5th aest x4a is mel- bris & x4b is mel-cbr.

[@wallabybob3020]

I love how your wife was so happy with the spoon. I bought my missus a spanner for her birthday. Not so chuffed. 🤨

[@footsietwo]

😂😅 ... 💁‍♀️😂😊

[@NNotSwiss]

stef, if i find a ripped magazine. i know you were there

[@NewSoloPilot]

I was in Canberra for a wedding recently, thought I saw a familiar mop of unruly hair! Hope you enjoyed it!

[@hlshd]

Here after watching Petter' s video about the 737MAX stability...

[@eTexperience]

All the best with your treatment mate

[@__beer__]

Ill also be doing melbourne to Canberra soon too!

[@milesaharrison]

5:03 - Yeah, it's got USB-C as well as USB-A... But 60w USB-C is actually pretty bloody hand... 10/10 Qantas Link!

[@SimonAmazingClarke]

I worked on the aircraft wing design when it was a Bombardier aircraft.

[@markjones2781]

Great to see you continue to making great aviation vlogs Stefan. Can you tell me why these QantasLink A220s don't have the usual racoon mask? It's something that sets the Airbus series apart from other products, and I think, rather cool.

[@downunderdave5417]

Good on ya stef Loved that Departures board D

[@StefanDrury]

Yeah that’s very cool how they’ve done that. Thanks for watching Dave.

[@Sporty12boy]

Love seeing it every time I leave home!

[@Cars-N-Jets]

Your edits are giving me Casey Neistat vibes and I love it!