Mr Van Dam surprised with the A380

Mr Van Dam (86) had one big dream: to see the A380 up close. His reaction: priceless!
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[@diverdave76]

86 yrs old and still a big kid

[@europeanism1]

and that's a really beautiful thing about it too

[@adamriyatno1633]

uuppmghjd

[@un4zr3nalhaq88]

Exactly right??!! His facial expression says it all.. Boys big toys 😁

[@europeanism1]

That was just so AWESOME!! The moment you physically side by side with an A380 is another thing you will never forget in your life

[@jeffreymorris11]

A fantastic gesture for a senior citizen, with an aviation passion. Well done Schiphol!

[@maverickwest81]

Beautiful and kind gesture by the staff of Schipol! 😊

[@sabbathian]

You did a nice thing for this man... thank you

[@Axilur]

That was incredibly sweet.

[@vrxcld5014]

I have the utmost respect for people that treat the elderly like this. One day we will all be old if we are lucky and having your wits is a bonus.

[@pamandrobtrust7624]

Simply a lovely gesture for Mr Van Dam. Thanks for doing this.

[@InFltSvc]

This is a beautiful thing you all did for this old man ...God Bless you all for doing it and God Bless him !

[@musicISlyf1]

I wish more airports were that friendly to plane spotters. I mean they even have a terrace for them, that's awesome. My local international airport, EWR it's almost impossible it seems.

[@eengamingchannel5077]

They have 8

[@musicISlyf1]

EenGamingChannel Really, where?

[@eengamingchannel5077]

+musicISlyf1 at the polderbaan the zwanenburg baan and that shit they have places to spot planes

[@benbaker6561]

Toronto Pearson airport has nothing. The only places you can spot planes is sitting on the side of the road or sit in the terminal waiting for youre flight. When I went to Schipol last year it was an amazing experience watching the planes on that terrace.

[@skillgames_nl3894]

In the biggest part of Europe it is not allowed to do at plane spotting. In Belgium it is not allowed and that is also why you are able to see a lot of Belgium people at Schiphol...

[@tjfSIM]

What a fantastic video, and such a nice gesture for Mr Van Dam. I don't think anyone forgets the experience of seeing the A380 up close!

[@Waichouu]

NL is one amazing country for its great attitude towards elders in the community. Much Respect to this amazing land

[@xyzernhhloh]

Simply incredible. What a fantastic, befitting and memorable "gift" to both father and son who had served a wonderful airline with pride and dedication. An exemplary gesture by KLM and Amsterdam International Airport Schiphol.

[@johnrussell511]

What a very good gesture, seem like very nice people-cant see Willy Walsh( BA budget airline) doing anything like that!

[@66lesjo]

The Dutch people are very special. I was there in the 80s, but in the army at the time. I was made so welcome by anyone I met. I hope to go back as a civilian and see the country properly. What a heartwarming video. Peace.

[@TLamie]

It’s not like the 80’s anymore sadly. still a beautiful country tho.

[@JetSetterAdventour]

That was very heartwarming. That old man was very happy...

[@andrewanane9715]

A380 king of the skies is just AMAZING AND BEAUTIFUL

[@jbliborio]

This video brought tears to my eyes. It´s ammazing the pleasure and joy in this gentleman´s face. Thanks for allow us to share this great moment. Salute, from Brazil.

[@aviovintage]

Made me miss my grandpa. Loved this one. If I get to that age, expect me on the Schiphol terrace as well.

[@ngd931]

I`m so happy for Mr. Van Dam! I can see his hapinnes after fullfiling his great wish! That almost made me cry...

[@huaweiphone6403]

Amazing. Making dreams come true to a well deserved man.❤

[@acodsw8813]

What a beautiful heartfelt gesture by the authorities to let this aviation veteran fulfill his dream!❤️👍🙏 The world is still full of many good souls.

[@ray6652]

what a wonderful punch of people.such a wonderful surprise for him

[@bama1usaf]

Very nice of ya'll giving this Gentleman that tour. I think you made his day. Well done.

[@user-px3cc2pj4j]

He is saying ' how did they build it' Such an amazing aircraft ❤ A380❤❤❤

[@rutgergeerling]

Loved it!!! Great job, awesome gift!

[@kenttsang5748]

That was good for Mr. Van Dam to visit the A380, it is sure that he likes airplane very much, and of course we as a audience fortunately in seeing this video, our dream in visit the plane just like Mr. Van Dam is certainly. Yeah! I am a toy collector and obsessed with the model of airplane, I thought everyone who are also toy collector has the same feeling. Thank you!

[@michadryja9802]

I cried during watching that. Very nice work guys! !! I was at Shippol once. Thrills. Greetings from Poland :)

[@royramdeen8864]

Waaay to go Schiphol. An experience Mr. Van Dam will keep dreaming about.

[@joeyjeweetwel]

Respect Amsterdam airport

[@MalaysianAviator737-8]

True. Many runways

[@rileymurraygames8375]

Yeah that's nice

[@harinisureshmodepally8054]

Highly impressed#Amsterdam Airport Schiphol.I am very happy for the old man.U have done a Great job!!Keep it up

[@phudukabari]

What a nice and thoughtful gesture

[@FJCPS2012]

Awesome! Impressive aircraft A380! Very cool all guys of the Schiphol airport!

[@GetCurrentNick]

Dreams come true! Good job!

[@stevedoubleu99B]

Good work, Schiphol, what a great day!

[@BadMutafukaz]

For those who don't know why this plane is special for Mr Van Dam: Fokker F100(i guess) he worked on : Overall length = 35,53m - Wingspan = 28,08 m - Height = 8,5m Now compare to the A380 : Overall length = 72.72 m - Wing span = 79.75 m - Height = 24.09 m The A380 is the largest passenger aircraft ever made

[@comedycountry4888]

Daemon DeVille i dream to be on an A380 also

[@Soir27]

i am also dreaming to fly the A380 not those way to futuristic aircraft

[@jonty1591]

Such a treat for the kind gentleman

[@pasargadelecteric]

Very beautiful ... worthy for the pioneers ... I cried and I was happy that this couple ... Come to the dream...

[@onepairofhands]

that was one happy Dutchman, and good job Schiphol

[@marmel8394]

Sorry Schiphol if I told you i was crying! while enjoying this beautiful amazing video.

[@HB3ZZY]

BEST A380 take off, beautiful video 👍🏾

[@4knucklehead]

Very, very well done. That "young man" will always remember that very special afternoon.! That smile.. priceless:)

[@MakeSushi1]

That was nice, I'm happy I understand dutch and didn't have to read this one

[@aviationdylan3353]

How To Make Sushi your vids are rlly goid

[@nevzatistif646]

Volsmoke 101 ii

[@blossomrusso6457]

Is Dutch relatively easy to learn for an English speaker?

[@RockyLewisFilms]

I don't know. is it?

[@wakem6052]

IT'S EASY TO LEARN IT FOR ENGLISH AND GERMAN PEOPLE

[@georem57]

Amazing and wonderful gesture from Amsterdam airport for Mr. Van Dam, You lucky man

[@ItsJabo]

"so did you work on that fokker"

[@alahbalah]

+It's Jabo LOL

[@shaneac79]

"Yes, I worked on that Fokker and that mother Fokker over there" "What a Fokker that was?"

[@dhtelevision]

It's Jabo Yeah, I used to Fokk that bitch 😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂

[@meetpiboogy3627]

This is so nice...Thank you Schipol...

[@rd9831]

Sweet gesture by airport staff. Old man's dreams come true. Lovely

[@thinksoft9]

You made that old man feel great and that is appreciable!!! Well Done! -Regards, Anbu

[@chompercoolgameandaviation6605]

I'm so glad of this. This is his memory on his last Life :)

[@NickTomSanjay]

He looks like a happy child.. it’s amazing enthusiasm...

[@Leon-Hardt]

Honoring his life's working. He deserved.

[@eliteclassicdetailing]

So Beautiful... Very Beautiful no words could say it for him... Beautiful

[@kapilbsingh]

Very sweet you have made them smile.

[@bama1usaf]

Very nice that y'all did that for this Gentleman.

[@rafaelpedrini1226]

It is a demonstration of respect witch old people. Very good job. Tank you.

[@robbychanley6847]

Very nice story and act of kindness.

[@curlyanneb1973]

What a wonderful, wonderful group of people to make this happen. Has made my day.

[@tjrtt]

That brought me close to tears. That was really nice.

[@supercat380]

Very polite and generous gesture by the Dutch airport authorities in making this elderly man's life more pleasant. Well done, Schipol airport authorities!!!

[@Akash-nw4ix]

Thank you, god bless them

[@juancepeda6617]

The look on his face is priceless and fully understood in any language!

[@brucebartman4782]

That grin on this gentleman's face says it all. Good for you, Sir!

[@gunner4q]

the airport honors themselves by doing this... priceless experience for a retired aviator!

[@NeBBeN22]

Beautiful.

[@alexsaviation4698]

That is awesome! Great gift!

[@Niklastard]

relationship goals.

[@Cashman94]

I was looking at his expressions a lot of times. They were so awestruck with its size.

[@meyer7312]

Melts my heart for sure

[@ciarankelly4338]

Really nice to see at Schiphol the home base of KLM who some years ago when I contacted them that a work colleague who was dying of cancer and going home to Japan and requested a best seat in economy and I found out afterwards was upgraded to business-though it was a lovely caring gesture for someone going home to die! Thank again KLM team.

[@dgoyal12]

I can understand how much delighted would Mr Vam Dam be with such a surprise offer by Airport authority, great way to cheer a ex employee of aviation

[@freeflycoffey]

Excellent. Fantastic day for them x

[@lf-domino7876]

I would LOVE to be an 86-year-old grandad only to do that!

[@MNAVIATION.OFFICIAL]

I would love to see the airplane too like this....❤❤❤❤❤❤

[@claudiosalemme633]

his passion for airplanes has been satisfied

[@siegreswiss2464]

How sweet. How incredibly sweet 👏

[@leonardorovirabarker1078]

Congratulations! Human sense in business Is equal to success

[@turkiyerehberitv]

Heel leuk om te kijken. Bedankt Schiphol medewerkers!

[@kerrioneill4947]

I love the Netherlands!

[@poepiestrontje4504]

Me 2 Thats wy i live there!

[@IBo99608]

You must be soft in the head.

[@krizvas]

Thats a plane lovers dream Right there

[@pipeorganfan26]

That Is SO COOL Of What You Folks DId To This Nice Elder Man. Way To Go!

[@ilmstudent]

That was awesome

[@iam-Inder]

whatta great gesture for a Gentleman. Keep doing such wonderful deeds :)

[@marcb.6157]

Das war sehr rührend!! A fantastic idea!!

[@floridaoddbod]

So lovely when Airlines and Airports take the time out from their busy schedules to make someones Dream come True,Well done Schipol the only time I have ever been close to an aircraft was a Virgin 747, when we deboarded at Stanstead, I was very poorly in a wheelchair and unable to appreciate it, and Virgin didn't have the Time nor patience to help my wife & I, I am fully recovered now thank goodness, maybe one day I will get the chance again haha

[@laqueprado1911]

that Sir is a lucky man, and the staff... well done!!!

[@dandymcgee]

"Would you like to take it for a quick spin?"

[@vcktorn7204]

Grandma's reaction at the a380 takeoff. She probably never believed such a big bird was capable of flight. Beautiful.

[@idlewild]

They should have let him fly it.

[@europeanism1]

I KNOW THEY SHOULD!! or at least participated along with the flight crews

[@gauravbanik5871]

Too sweet

[@alshara3467]

Oh that was very kind.

[@senoprabowosp]

So lovely

[@fergusgoody1099]

Man Amsterdam's the best city in the world, where else .

[@th-proadam429]

Love it!!! Great job,

[@Elreev63]

Wat geweldig dat hij dat mocht meemaken !

[@petersonstrongdeiro5980]

Amazing moment

[@SAM-fp4qp]

Lucky old man... amazing tour.... ..

[@comedycountry4888]

This is what all the big company should do to their fans... Or any fans connected to them

[@pasargadelecteric]

I also liked seeing K L M , I could even work for them ... I'm an electronic technician ... I sent them so much that they got tired ... I'm young, maybe I got into this dream in aging ...I LOVE KLM...

[@ASgaming-oq8sq]

I love the A380

[@richardhendry9091]

Grandpa surely did enjoy 😍😙

[@sidihenne6543]

Beautiful experience for this man 👍