The Reason I'm an Airline Pilot | The Final Flight

[@johnkendrick7304]

Just found your channel by accident and it's really refreshing to hear a young man with some good sense. I much closer to your dad's age than yours and it makes me feel good to know there is some good young men out there. Keep up the good work

[@edjarrett3164]

Absolutely love the sentiment for your Dad’s retirement. You should also highlight all the times he was absent from your events. Living out of a suitcase for 30-50% of your career is a hardship. Your father had grit.

[@kimmay0429]

While your dad's career has come to an end, one good thing coming out of this is you just moved up one more spot in seniority! Congratulations to your dad and wishing all the best in his next chapter!

[@teacher555555]

well yes he did and no he didnt. his dad flew airbus 320s and 321s, garrett flies the boeing 737. they are kind of similar aircraft in terms of size but the flight controls are way different.

[@mahamedahmed-yw6ui]

@@teacher555555What’s this gotta do with this comment ? 🤣

[@teacher555555]

@@mahamedahmed-yw6ui i highly suggest you read the entire comment. well if you listen to garrett explain it, you have to go thru training to be certified to fly the different types of aircraft before you can fly them. garrett can fly the 737 which is made by boeing and has the traditional yoke in the middle of the pilots legs when flying but the 320s and 321s that his dad flew until recently are made by airbus and have what some people and gamers call a joystick or HOTAS (hands on throttle and stick) system where the plane controls are to the sides by the windows of the pilots. there is one less pilot flying since his dads retirement but that doesnt always mean that the ones below the retiring person get bumped up in seniority, they have to train if they want it. and now with garrett flying, making videos and owning his own company that makes drink powder, he is going to have to decide what he wants to do more because there is no way he can be able to do all three at the same time when his uncle tried it with just 2 a few years ago and shut down the business to return to flying full time.

[@rozydean1531]

Would like a sit down series with your dad and his experience firsthand as a pilot. He would be a great storyteller.

[@dluksch1]

I’m 26 and just finished my first solo XC flight and am looking forward to hopefully one day being where you are and the eventually where your father is. I’ve been an “AVgeek” my whole life but didn’t pursue it as a career until a couple months ago. As a representative of the first generation of pilots in my family, I thank you for all of your content. Very inspiring!

[@scottprice4813]

Congratulations to your father . We used to go to Carolina beaches in the summer and connected on Piedmont in Atlanta . Remember flying both on the YS-11 and 737-200. That was a long time ago. The Rolls Royce dart turbo props were unique .

[@Amtran727]

Thanks for the video Garrett and congrats to your Dad on a great career! Wishing him a happy retirement. When I was still flying as an FA, on one flight I was working the back on a 737 with my colleague setting up the service carts before boarding. The Captain on our flight popped into the galley and introduced himself. The turn we were doing was his last trip before retirement. He told us he had worked for Eastern Airlines before coming to our company. A real classy guy, I'll always remember that.

[@GrantMcLeod-u2r]

Congratulations to your father. I am sure he is so proud of you. Nice to see you holding back on your emotions ~ expressing your gratitude to him. It really is a milestone in your lives ~ I bet your mother is proud of you too ~!

[@davidbartlett7344]

Garrett you selected the field and proved you could and you did. Best wishes to your father and he begins his retirement. I am so proud of your accomplishments these past 5+ years. Keep up the great work and looking forward to meeting you if you ever get to BOS.

[@stevehofmaster4292]

Beautiful job Garrett this tribute to your dad's awesome aviation career was outstanding.I just know how proud you are of your amazing dad,and I know he is so proud of your accomplishments as well I'm so pleased for his Retirement on a job well done my best to you and family!🎉😊

[@CarmelitaManuel-h7p]

Having a great dad so proud..at a young age you start a job..look now you have everything especially you have Bella your lucky charm 🐕❤️.. keep up the good work and the only words I can leave with you is stay humble and kind person..we love you especially me.. again congratulations to your dad ❤👨‍✈️✈️🪽.

[@xowestcoast09xo]

Aww🥹🥰I’m could seem the teared eye you talk through this video.. bring tears to my eyes 🥹🥰☺️handsome you going come your dad’s legacy through you know! Thank you for this video.. it’s was so special & beautiful 🥹congratulations on your retirement Mr. Ray 👨‍✈️✨

[@catheyprices]

I'm happy for you, your dad had a lot of influence on your aviation career that's wonderful my love❤

[@kirkl1575]

What a heartfelt talk Garrett! I can feel the passion for your dad's life as a pilot, as well as yours! It was so nice to meet you today here at DFW, Enjoy the rest of your day. DFW agent Kirk..✌️🐾✈️

[@laykennungester5496]

Thank you Captain Ray! Without you i wouldn’t have half the information i’ve gained from your son. Thank you both!

[@Virginia_Kondas]

Congratulations on your dad’s retirement, as he is ready to embark on the next leg of his life journey. While, you had your dad as guidance when you needed it, where you are right now and where you will go are all results of your efforts and hard work too. Those exams did not pass themselves. Looking forward to more content.

[@fireflyrobert]

My father was not an airline pilot but he was a veteran light aircraft pilot and examiner. He learned to fly in 1935 in the RAAF (Royal Auxiliary Air Force) and when WW1 broke out they made him a flying instructor. After the war he went back to his job but flying was always his passions and main interest. He was still examining up to the age of 81 and although I say it myself he was a legend and he was highly respected. He taught and examined many budding flying instructors who went on to have successful careers with the airlines. I too went on to be an airline pilot including training captain over 45 years of commercial flying. My father taught an attitude and I owe to much to his experience and guidance so I identify very strongly with Garrett's message here. Garrett my congratulations to your father's service with the airlines - he must be very proud of you as I am sure you are proud of him.

[@tamatiwiremu6447]

An experience not many witness very emotional & what a wonderful way to end a 40 yr courier. All the best for your next 34 years?? In the aviation industry

[@trisha5707]

This was a very nice insight into you. Your openness about your dad and your genuine thoughts on your families aviation journey. Thank you for letting us be a part of your journey.

[@LoganVass3]

Garret, I agree with you about having no one in my family involved in aviation. Because I don’t but I have my CFI, friends at the airport, and of course AWESOME KZbin aviation creators like you. Thank you so much! 👍

[@jabidashaikh1040]

Congratulations to your dad . Great dad and his great son. ❤

[@HONEYBEE10589]

You look good on your new haircut . Thanks for sharing Your dad is such a good model for everyone who in aviation career ❤ and you step on it and make your dad proud of you. Wow! I salute you all

[@15mintreatment]

Congratulations to your dad 💓i hope he gets well deserved rest and enjoys this new chapter of his life 💓💕

[@teenaviator5961]

Hey man, love your content as it is a big part in lifting my hopes in the life long dream of be in a pilot. Like you said some don’t have any guidance from anyone, that’s the exact position I’m in and your vids are amazing and love the work and it is a bit of help but it always gets me thinking that I hope everything works out in the end 🙏

[@brettpatetto6847]

You said something that resonated w me. It drone me to thinking that It seems like the less I work the more I love my job also. I started perusing other things a few years ago. I will always love aviation , I'm here to stay until 65 in 7 years and all the luck in the world to those perusing this dynamic life style / career.

[@lissa7052]

Thank you to your dad for his service ❤

[@romanawimberger984]

You can really be incredibly proud to have him as your father. He taught you a lot and always supported you. He seems like he is your role model. I know that you will also be a really good pilot like your father, darling! I love you very much, darling. 😊❤😊

[@Heather-tt5hb]

Wishing your dad a happy retirement, your dad and Andrew’s dad was into aviation thanks for the video Garrett

[@LMays-cu2hp]

Thank you for sharing this beautiful career of ypur Father!!❤❤ 🥂 😊 Congratulations to your Father. 🥂 😊 And continued success to you, his son, being a pilot as well.😊

[@dhette246_wybo8]

Congratulation to ur dad for his retirement sweetie,his not just a dad to you his your mentor,adviser,best friend,an inspiration when it comes to aviation,proud parents for sure,your dad and you work hard for your career,so proud of you sweetie,❤❤❤have a nice day and be safe

[@erohmanasseh]

Congratulations to Your family especially your dad , we feel the emotions and we celebrate with you and your family, more wins to you , he is truly an amazing father we celebrate him ,

[@FsnGoldandSilver]

Amazing accomplishment Garrett. How many hours did your dad have? What types of equipment did he fly?

[@nathancarwell8570]

Love this content! Congratulations to you and your dad!

[@bstives58]

My FIL worked ramp for Piedmont in Philly back in the day!

[@chriswardrep]

I used to fly the original Piedmont out of ISO and PGV!

[@MariaBondarets-vb6rk]

Congratulations and best wishes to your father 🙏🙏🙏 A great success to you, dear.a worthy and respectable son of your dad❤❤❤You are both great❤❤❤

[@CherylHosten]

Thank you for sharing ❤really appreciate you

[@RahmaahFahd]

Congratulations to your daddy and your family am so proud of you and your family ❤️❤️💞💞💞

[@rickyarcc]

Inspiring. Keeping the legacy going!

[@ludmilaziakova7]

Garrett Ray šikovný pilot super, konečne teraz vidieť príbeh 🫶🫰😍🥰❤❤❤

[@manuelferreira3877]

Yes, you've been lucky, but, from what I've heard from your own story it is very clear that you have worked very hard to get where you are as well, and staying in shape in the process😅

[@lawrenceakini4981]

Happy belated birthday to your father and retirement Captain from American Airlines. Have an amazing day/weekend. Thank you. 🧑‍✈️🛫👍

[@maraelisialabresalves2208]

Your father was an example to you, that's why you are dedicated... congratulations.

[@HONEYBEE10589]

We’re happy your back ❤

[@carlinavillar1058]

congratulaciones cariño.

[@NilanthiNilanthi-gg2fe]

We wish you all success of your life more and more 🎉🎉 best of luck 🙏🙏🙏🤞🤞

[@MariaHernandez-xw7rh]

Congratulation to your father, your best friend, garret love 👍❤️🙅

[@janetycosby8274]

You have been blessed!

[@janetkariya3526]

Your father is not only an inspiration to you. He is your best friend. Being faithful and true. Always there to guide you. Teaches you the right things and to do no wrong. He will forever be your inspiration through your entire life. ❤❤❤❤❤❤

[@justacitygirl]

Thank you to your father for his service.

[@thabangmonnakgotla]

Kudos to your dad

[@charlespadilla1027]

What a beautiful sentiment about your Daddy … and please tell him that I Congratulate him on his retirement … now I wonder if I ever was on one of his flight???……and hope that I am able to be on one of Your flights.

[@SABOREAME68]

⭐⭐⭐⭐ Congratulations to your father for such a long dedicated career, as I wish yours will be just a fruitful... Abrazos

[@makeeverydaycount9381]

Wow, i love this story, you made mention of having a startup and doing other stuff aside being a pilot. Cool to know. I'm currently in Nigeria thinking of becoming a pilot, i currently have a startup company, i also work with the government, and i have passion for traveling basically. What can i do as an international student

[@ВодопьяноваОльга]

Гарретт, мне было очень интересно ознакомиться с твоим обращением, оно заслуживает похвалы...то как ты трогательно отзываешся о своём отце и с каким уважением. И как тебе действительно приносит удовольствие то дело , которым ты занимаешься. Так я по крупицам узнаю твою семью и мне приятно осознавать что у меня есть такой замечательный друг...пусть задуманное збывается ❤

[@tombarb2864]

This was really nice 🙏🏼

[@andreaharris7397]

He will live through you: his son. ❤

[@tTenKay]

Amazing bro

[@NoahThompson-b8e]

Awwwww this is sweet

[@elainemariasantoscordeiro199]

Você é um guerreiro meu amigo.

[@nisrinbm5049]

yu r best pilot 🤩

[@joford2115]

You are my idol

[@joford2115]

Really really Iam on your channel one year ago but today I see your video is very interesting I am really proud for you also for the time that you give for us but you motivate me to start flight commercial license so I need u to mentor me be pilot I am from Greensboro nc. I need to offre that Passion to my mom she passed away 3 years ago ❤

[@marlijnmeerts1696]

Miss you and I ❤you

[@sirjasonakana]

Will there be a video of your father’s retirement flight?

[@jonyefendy9833]

Im ur big fan❤❤❤❤

[@RiaDjelid-zf2pl]

I wanna be a pilot 💗

[@Bears757]

You got it. Just stay focused to that one path and never take your mind off of it. I believe 🫡

[@wideworldwes]

👏

[@vivianlui7851]

❤

[@teacher555555]

congrats on the retirement uncle ray but why didnt you bring your mother, father or sister along for your final flight?

[@НинаГуменюк-э2л]

Hello

[@Nehir-y9b]

❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤🎉Congratulations on your father's retirement. How old is your father? May God grant him a long life. Amen.

[@shaldonjohannes1991]

First. But big ups to you

[@dennismassie3552]

👋🏻KSRQ☀️🌴🇺🇸✈️Congrats to your Father . Enjoy retirement Captain .. 👨🏼‍✈️

[@veronicapanduru2610]

All family is perfect for me and my family. Vip your mam

[@NilanthiNilanthi-gg2fe]

❤❤❤❤hi my favorite pilot Garrett airline pilot what day you get married and bring your baby Garrett rey we will wish 🌹🌹👍👍🎁🥰

[@tidusfantasy]

Nepotism... the pilot community in the west are mostly white male.. White pilots get hired easier because many training captains who are involved in hiring process are also white. I 100% dont discredit your hard work, but hard work needs to meet the right opportunity, it's just unfortunate that many non white male were not given such opportunity. And because of a family of piloting, you also get more insider knowledge and skill that others dont. Again, im not discrediting your hard work, just voicing out that you had more opportunities than others

[@yessicaWhite0527]

…. Be always grateful with GOD for giving you the opportunity to have a great life and good parents 🤞🏽😏😒 … and• 🤞🏽🙄at final choose a good wife please 🤌🏽

[@nookapallishakeenaglory483]

Garrett is a BIG C H E A T E R . What is he telling all are wrong He told me his father is a bank employee.thouse who believes surely you face losss big your money.