Qatar Airways A380 Crew Confidential - What you DON'T see as a Passenger

I follow 27 Qatar Airways crew onboard the world’s largest airliner; Airbus A380 to see how they operate a full flight from Doha to Bangkok. There are many things you don’t see as a passenger!
My journey started at Doha Hamad International Airport (HIA). I boarded early ahead of other passengers to join the crew briefing and the crew showed me their pre-boarding cabin check. We had a full load of 517 passengers.
Captain Fatima briefed the passenger before we took off. She gave the flight details and the emergency briefing. The A380 is huge and felt like a cruise ship in the sky with double deck. There were many activities after takeoff, the crew showed how to prepare the cabin for inflight service. Purser Alex shows us the ‘hidden’ A380 crew rest.
With a gorgeous sunrise, we started our approach to Bangkok. Enjoy the A380 landing from the cockpit. After landing, the crew showed us their work before deplaning.
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[@SamChui]

This is our last series of Qatar Airways vlog. There are a lot of great people work in aviation, most of them aren't or never been on the camera. One interesting fact: Captain Fatima, was on standby and called out last minute to operate the flight. She didn't know the filming before hand and was not even prepared but you can totally feel her confidence. I became a big fan of her throughout the 6-hour flight together.

[@HassounaDakik]

13 min ago wow

[@JeanLouis1966]

Dear Sam. It's always refreshing to watch your vidéos. Can you please link me with Qatar Airways. Best. J-L K

[@bernardtan3639]

Captain Fatima was very confident and professional 👍🏻

[@minesh1987]

Captain Fatima was great 👍

[@unkermus7581]

no worries....in good hands of Capt Fatima. 🙂

[@RichPerspectives]

the pilot oozes confidence and professionalism. Really respect that

[@SamChui]

Yes, Captain Fatima, was on standby and last minute came onboard. She didn't know the filming and was not even prepared about it but you can feel her confidence from her talk.

[@g00nther]

@@SamChui Wow! Amazing. She was great. You really lucked out there Sam.

[@TerrorDXB]

Wow you think that constitutes confidence? Jesus. She literally just asks the crew if there are any specials. Uttering a few words in a pre-flight brief is pushing it.

[@Curling_Rack]

5:10

[@TerrorDXB]

@@Curling_Rack your point?

[@Burhan5551]

The captain is the highlight of the video. Wish her more success.

[@richardstoner866]

She’s confident and cool…😉

[@michaela7100]

Highlight of the video was Sam's stiff face 0:53

[@slapjuice]

I thought captain was a 15 year old boy

[@sleep6709]

she act like huh @@richardstoner866

[@sohantanna625]

this so much!

[@renurtt]

Thai cabin manager saying “welcome to my country” made my day 😍

[@faithgarcia8660]

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[@devsingh5281]

Captain Fatima . What can I say . Smart . Professional. The airline is lucky to have her as a Pilot.

[@viralthings4379]

Does she hasInstagram?

[@sleep6709]

eew

[@pedrodaniz9664]

So cool and calm. Very reassuring. I hope to fly on the a380 some day soon.

[@viralthings4379]

@Pontifexs really she's seems Muslim does she has Instagram

[@muratesin35]

Askeri disiplin var bu uçak üzerinde otorite benim diyor uçuş güvenliği için bu şart mükkemel bir Kaptan o dev balinayı uçurmak kolaymı

[@zWjwR8biM_st]

The cabin manager is a real professional and he really love and proud of his country. Impressive. 👍

[@Zlayfi]

That female pilot has my utmost respect - very great at speaking, bless her

[@emptywig]

Is it unusual that a woman can speak well?

[@Zlayfi]

@@emptywig So you are offended for me complimenting her? It’s actually really good for her regarding where she comes from.

[@mrtee3477]

Are you sure it identifies as a woman?

[@Zlayfi]

@@mrtee3477 Yeah, Middle Easterners don’t believe in that 1 million pronoun crap. The maximum you can get out of a female like Fatima is that she may be a tomboy, yet, still a proud female

[@elmuizahmed8657]

@@mrtee3477 Woman or not, she accomplished a lot in her life> I wonder what did you accomplish ? if any!

[@joshfrancis9903]

The cabin manager is very professional and clearly takes his job very seriously, lots of respect for him.

[@ritz84in]

The In-flight service manager is very passionate about his job. Such a big inspiration. Even the captain is so easygoing. She buttered the landing so well that I didn't even realise she touched the plane down.

[@MattinLapland]

Captain Fatima was amazing, you can tell the dedication to the job and the sheer professionalism. What a great insight to all these wonderful people.

[@paulcwyuen]

Just figure how much you have to achieve before the company entrusts you with the A380.

[@demil3618]

She's inspirational!

[@elmuizahmed8657]

@@paulodias4310 You are a apathetic looser. I was enjoying this video and comments until I came across your comment. One flight attendant is better than 100 men with your attitude !

[@romanears2796]

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[@romanears2796]

Kindly Like And Share This Reel🤗😁🤗😁😰

[@kjh23gk]

The A380 cockpit at night is so beautiful.

[@flyRosta]

I have to agree. It's an incredible experience that I wish for every aviation enthusiast.

[@theoneway22]

That thing could have boogers, week old sweaty guacamole, couple of pubes and concentrated cat piss and still, still radiate beauty and unrelenting technical excellence.

[@edwardquan]

As soon as I saw it I started grinning - I really wanted to say "Make it so" :)

[@BayAreaTraveler]

Like other said not only the pilot manifested confidence, the lead pursuer was confident as well. He did a very good of presenting the various aspects and duties of the cabin crew.

[@MaestroSong]

Very refreshing to see female pilot and male cabin crew in one flight.. progressing!

[@abhirajsandhwa7894]

just realized there is so much behind just than travelling from one place to another the ground staff the crew the pilots the atc its a whole system working in together to make our journey happy and safe Thank You

[@SamChui]

I will have to show more of the airport and ground staff next!

[@divinewind6313]

There are much more people involved in the movement of a passenger train in India.

[@nejmo5447]

@@SamChui We need more about maintenance and engineering

[@SaqabKhan_SK]

love your new series & insight to behind the scene operations of Qatar Airways

[@michaela7100]

@@SamChui You look ridiculous with all that botox

[@halfarabic]

22:23 proudly he said welcome to my country .. Respect from. 🇵🇰 Khob Khun Sam.

[@anapaulatillman.6133]

That lady captain is something else! Imagine the challenges she's faced to get where she is? I'm going to show this video to my daughters as proof of girl power, thanks Sam.

[@ajalle130971]

Love that

[@rnapol3266]

Like what challenges?

[@CatKingEbola]

Found the incel​@@rnapol3266

[@buddy240577]

Love the Captain, what a pleasant individual who seems very humble and extremely talented in her role as Captain.

[@henkjanvanraikonnen5073]

She can relax a bit. She has a very straight look in her eyes. Do pilots also take doping tests? I know it is a responsible profession, but it is one of thousands of flights per day. She pretends they're flying to the moon

[@theoneway22]

Does anybody wonder if maybe the first officer absolutely loathes flying with her because throughout the entire flight she lets loose some Pakistani poppers that absolutely smell like the last 2 feet of Satan's rotten and jungle bloated lower intestine? If I was her I'd do it any time I could. Id be ruthless in my mission to share my creations and nobody would ever suggest that I consider crop dusting after retirement.

[@eeedawg1019]

@@henkjanvanraikonnen5073 She's responsible for around 400 people and safely flying a massive machine. You seem a bit doped up lmao

[@chillout914]

​@@henkjanvanraikonnen5073 she is a pilot not a flight attendant , being the coolest person on the plane is not important for her , communication and social skills with people is not the strongest point it is more a technical job , her job is to fly safe and be on time ....

[@buddy240577]

@@henkjanvanraikonnen5073 in the moment she definitely wasn't flying to the moon...perhaps you could appreciate that...she was flying people to their destination...

[@yankee378]

When all eyes on you, wink. A strong woman looks a challenge dead in the eye and gives it a wink. Love the PIC ❤

[@henkjanvanraikonnen5073]

She can relax a bit. She has a very straight look in her eyes. Do pilots also take doping tests? I know it is a responsible profession, but it is one of thousands of flights per day. She pretends they're flying to the moon

[@Azchk]

⁠@@henkjanvanraikonnen5073 Airline pilots experience drug testing when they are hired, after any incident or emergency, and randomly in addition to that. According to an airline pilot on quora, they averaged a drug test about every 6 months.

[@Boss-zx8nt]

Everyday every pilot does the same thing. Appreciate everyone. You do not look at the first officer who has such a young age and does the same job.

[@Farbar1955]

I love the wink from the pilot after the pre-flight announcement!

[@gilessb]

Wow, this is a phenomenal production - puts legacy media to shame. Captain Fatima was super-impressive, hope to have her command my next Qatar flight.

[@PaulieMD5]

So glad Qatar Airways is keeping the A380 in service, it's such an engineering masterpice!

[@andreandree4384]

And certainly much safer than those Boeing planes that keep having issues for the past several years!

[@HassounaDakik]

@@andreandree4384most of those were airline low maintenance not from the actual factory

[@andreandree4384]

@@HassounaDakik well.. What you said is very scary lol knowing that the recent Latam incident that involved one of the newest Boeing plane, that is, 787 dreamliner 😂😂😂✈️

[@nothingtoseehere93]

A380 is the best plane in the sky by miles.

[@angel_lucifer3540]

they keep it but u cant afford to fly it hahahahah

[@richardjensen8351]

The Captain is a true professional. Very impressive!!!!

[@Boss-zx8nt]

What about the first officer. Why no praises to him. Why Just Why?

[@elliesutcliffe1239]

That captain is mesmerising to watch. She could be the star of her own channel. What a talent - charismatic and a damn good aviator. Go girl!

[@churisi]

The pilot is extremely charming!!!!!

[@visionmahato]

As a Pilot Student, This video inspired me a lot. Thank you Sam for this great video.🙏

[@malcolmnorton4214]

What a wonderful role model for young girls the Captain is. Confidence ❤

[@dmerinop86]

Captain Fatima the best! You can see her true passion in every word and move she does, brava!

[@nobodynobody1235]

Love this video, and I can speak to Captain Fatima all day, the way she speaks show confidence and relax at the same time.

[@PrashantSharma-ql4yb]

Immediately liked the Captain. Impeccable confidence and command on the operations. Never knew the flight preparation process behind the scenes. The crew definitely puts in a lot of effort and hard work. Thanks for this vid, cheers!

[@kushanvimanka8323]

I became a fan of Captain Fatima, I really appreciated her professionalism and confident 😮 love her ❤

[@aliasukvideo]

The pilot! No words! She's simply a-ma-zing! #inspirational 🤗😀

[@Boss-zx8nt]

What about the first officer. Why no praises to him. Why Just Why?

[@megadiagoras]

The Captain is full of professionalism and positive attitude.

[@Lost4llen]

that was such a smooth landing omg! Congrats to captain Fatima, a really inspiring person.

[@isaz7948]

the captain is just so impressive!!!!!!!!!!!!as well as the manager, amazing!!!!!!!!!

[@sky101525]

The captain was very professional in her job. ! May Allah bless you , Fatimah !

[@faithgarcia8660]

TheCaPtainWasVery Jov!MayALLahBlessyou,FatiMah! PrOfessionalinher

[@Boss-zx8nt]

Every pilot is the same and does the same thing. Not only her

[@Farhadahmed11]

The pilot was very nice to us mashaallah shes so talented ❤

[@ezimdanielchukwunwike531]

Two captains. 😮

[@SamChui]

Yes, Captain Fatima, was on standby and last minute came onboard. She didn't know the filming and was not even prepared about it but you can feel her confidence.

[@ezimdanielchukwunwike531]

@@SamChui ok !. amezing

[@primecorecore]

Were you in this video?

[@Croatiair]

@@henkjanvanraikonnen5073 she is not paid to be a clown or smile, she is there to do job profesionally and safely. It is one of thousands of flights per day worldwide but pilots attitude and serious approach towards the job makes flying safe.

[@hassankhawaja6606]

what an inspiration sister Fatima, beautiful, bold, confident, courageous.

[@ScottRainey]

Captain Fatima is awesome. If you hadn't told us she was surprised to be presenting, we would haver never known. It helps that the camera REALLY likes her.

[@CaptainJNT]

I melted with happiness seeing the Captain wink 😉 after those welcome announcements at 05:12❤❤. Hats off Sam, great content as always 👍🏼.

[@apollomoonlandings]

I noticed that Captain Fatima likes to wink her eye instead of saying either "thank you" or "that's all." She winked her eye a few times during this video, yet not when she was wearing her sunglasses.

[@victorgeorgescu0611]

I like the professionality of that woman pilot ❤️ she’s a true Hero for getting paxes from A to B in a such big Aircraft

[@paulcwyuen]

And don't forget to appreciate the dedication and professionalism of the cabin crews (just imagine how troublesome and unreasonable passengers could be).

[@victorgeorgescu0611]

@@paulcwyuen i know that very good…my sister works as a stewardess for Fly Emirates ☺️

[@victorgeorgescu0611]

@@henkjanvanraikonnen5073 You’re not familiar maybe with that kind of thinking/looking…probably they do Doping Tests but I don’t know 100%

[@Ugapiku]

The captain is amazing! Also props to Qatar for allowing the filming inside the king of the skies, it looks amazing.

[@howdan1985]

Wow that Captain is phenomenally impressive - Her professionalism, communication, expertise and resource management demonstrates world class talent. Amazing.

[@Boss-zx8nt]

What about the first officer. Why no praises to him. Why Just Why? Every pilot does the same job.

[@muhammadomer327]

Captain Fatima poses great confidence and attitude. Respect 😎

[@g00nther]

Thanks Sam. I love these behind the scenes videos so much. Great crew!

[@colseverns9848]

Fantastic behind the scenes footage Sam... have flown 380 a number of times and at both ends of the aircraft (depending on available cash) and i knew the crew were busy but did not realize just how busy they are .. and they make it look so easy .. much respect to them !

[@aamir_malikk]

Captain Fatima and her crew were amazing ! Thank you for all you do .

[@katefromaust5627]

Brilliant! I have often wondered what goes on 'behind the scenes'. Loved every minute of this. Special mention of the flight supervisor; he was so nice.

[@anisingrbrung9662]

Captain is so great..love her

[@patrickmig]

Thanks Sam. Another amazing behind the scenes tour. Especially the cockpit view, which we mere mortals would not normally see. And the pilot inspires so much confidence!

[@sammullahy]

That nighttime take off is amazing!!!

[@michaelsavage9305]

i like that confident pilot.

[@kjh23gk]

She's living the dream. She wanted to be a pilot when she was 5 years old. She's now a captain of an A380. Doesn't get better than that.

[@roystonlasrado]

Captain Fatima has flying in her blood !! …..awesome to see her in action. Exudes confidence…

[@yash3758]

What a great captain! I could feel the experience and calmness/confidence through the screen. Definitely a role model for future aspiring pilots.

[@scottpageusmc]

I'm a former Turbofan Test Engineer for Lockheed and Rolls-Royce at Stennis Space Center. One of the engines I worked in during certification testing was the Trent 900 for the A380. Spent many years testing those engines but only ever got to go onboard one A380 and never a flight. It's cool seeing them like this!

[@shanthan94]

I liked this video so much that I watched it 7 times and I don’t get bored.

[@samfernandes50]

Thank you very much Sam for this. Really enjoying this new format from you. Lots and lots going on behind the scenes and I am loving every minute! The captain induces a lot of confidence, she knows not only how to fly, but to communicate and is very enthusiastic too. Once again, thank you Sam for being able to do this and I hope other airlines might open up and give you access. More please!✈️

[@arnavjadhav5248]

Captain Fatima. What can i say. Pure genius. Airline is lucky to have such kind of Captain. Mad Respect.

[@bubblemummy1]

This is my favourite video you've made! Thankyou! The captain was so cool, and the cabin crew wonderful. Great video, one I will rewatch alot!

[@jeniferfaelmoca3337]

What a cool captain with full of confident that she is telling you are safe in my hands❤❤❤. Nice one.love it

[@jss1004]

This was extremely emotional for me as I just flew on the A380 to Thailand and back to LAX. What a giant plane it is and seeing the performance of the Pilot & co pilot reassured me of my safety.

[@jeffkerkhoff4840]

The A380 doesn't fly to LAX. This is from DOH to BKK.

[@TheJorrry]

@@jeffkerkhoff4840She said A 380 to Thailand . Dont you read it?

[@jeffkerkhoff4840]

@@TheJorrry ....and back to LAX" Is what I read!

[@jss1004]

Maybe not from DOH but it does to BKK via Korea because I flew on it twice...@@jeffkerkhoff4840

[@Boss-zx8nt]

You are the first person I have seen to praise both of them mate. Thank you. What about the first officer. Why no praises to him. Why Just Why?

[@user-fn1bh3qr6m]

I have just joined your army of subscribers having seen a couple of your videos before. But, this was so entertaining seeing behind the scenes and it puts in perspective all the hard work going on that we don’t see when traveling. Such a refreshing change from normal flight experience reviews. Thanks Sam.

[@ahlads]

I'll never cease to be amazed by the A380

[@michaelkim3432]

Awesome video as usual Sam!! I've never seen behind the scenes coverage like this from any other channel. That Captain was amazing. Would be great to see more of her.

[@user-fp9cx9st7e]

Love it! Thanks for sharing Qatar Airline with us! Now I would love to be on their flight for my next trip! ❤

[@user-hp6so6ln8s]

The captain looks so professional i like her confidence ❤❤❤❤

[@Godwin_Raju]

Captain Fatima is exceptionally talented, very knowledgeable and professional. Captain Fatima a big salute to you.

[@philipgeorge7753]

Thanks Sam for furnishing such interesting background info during flight.

[@PoulLausen]

A really good video and I will seriously consider using Qatar Airways the next time I go to my favourite city Bangkok in my favourite country Thailand.

[@user-fr4wp5bz4y]

Respect and salute to everyone on flight. It really makes a difference to have such confident and lively FA and Captain. You know your always in good hands. Such an inspiration.

[@russellcousland8664]

Wow Sam how professional was the captain and the staff. Thanks mate love watching your fantastic videos

[@rylecut]

I would watch an entire documentary about the captain/pilot in this video. Just so super cool, I want to know more about their journey.

[@deepalperera4592]

This whole series on Qatar Airways is your best production so far. Thank you for your attempt to show it to aviation geeks like us

[@Shoulderdevil2023]

Great video Sam as always- Fantastic to see all details of this gigantic aircraft from crew perspective. Professionalism is stellar!

[@timmoh2754]

superb video thanks for the exquisite work Mr. Sam. been a fan since the beginning.

[@josephclarke196]

Thank you Sam and your team for bringing us such amazing content. It was amazing to see how professional the Qatar team are and the Captain was amazing to share all her knowledge that we would normally not see ❤

[@davidsolis6691]

Great video Sam(as always!). Really loved seeing ALL "hidden" places in the aircraft and the behind-the-scenes. So interesting! We love traveling with you Sam! Thanks so much!

[@saneasmydog7120]

Captain’s confidence is great to witness. Thank you Qatar Airways!

[@jasonlee4267]

the A380 is just astonishing as a piece of engineering, I have never had anything but a fantastic flight on every A380 I have ever flown on, 5 to date.

[@hriatifanai9487]

Love the captain her confidence is just amazing

[@Boss-zx8nt]

What about the first officer. Why no praises to him. Why Just Why?

[@kookgiuliani1992]

@@Boss-zx8nt I can see your same comment everywhere. Just relax your nerves and watch how confident and presentable captain Fatima is

[@thehomemaker6674]

Kudos to Captain Fatimah and the entire crew. What a smooth take off and landing.

[@philipwong454]

Love this video. Thank you Sam for taking us behind the scenes. It helps us to appreciate the flight crew even more.

[@abdulbari7809]

Thank You For The Countinuation video. Really Appreciate It❤

[@morriskyalo7152]

The purser and Captain were so amazing ❤❤❤ The entire crew did an awesome job ❤

[@briannorman7224]

What a delight to see and hear such a positive captain after achieving her dream, well done to her.

[@FlyWithHarry777]

These are the type of videos that I look forward to and are actually interesting. I am currently a student pilot and this motivates me more to try harder. Very inspiring, Thanks Sam!!

[@melvynheard]

Captain Fatima is awesome. Would love to have her back to hear her story.

[@ajinkyagaikwad3542]

I really liked the Captain she was really amazing and confident!

[@joymonicah]

The captain she's on fire 🔥 great professionalism

[@shom4458]

One of your best videos! Well done! Love the Captain!

[@tayzonday]

It’s sad that Airbus stopped making the A380 😢

[@llbuitre]

Hopefully, they make one again. Some airlines unretired their A380 lately. I was lucky to be able to ride in an A380 when went to Europe early this year. It is quiet and steady on air.

[@jezd9787]

They are updating them and coming out with newer models.

[@chesci09]

Loved it when Captain Fatima closed her remarks with FeeAmaanAllah meaning ‘in the protection of God ‘

[@ybtintin]

A fantastic behind the scenes on board clip. Very much appreciated, Sam.

[@georgeud8392]

What a masterpiece!! Congrats Sam!

[@anupnair8914]

Mr. Sam you are the best

[@apollomoonlandings]

Captain Fatima exudes confidence and enthusiasm. She speaks in a precise and professional manner. Perhaps @AirClipscom will make a video featuring Captain Fatima.

[@akshay918]

So far, One of your best videos Sam. Impressed with the amount of access you got on this flight. Cheers to more !!!

[@suneetsachdeva2168]

as much as I used to hate Sam's propaganda videos I really love what his channel has become - informative, inspiring videos. Keep up the great work Mr Chui

[@Mel-ps6px]

I trully admire the captain's professionalism!! She really inspires.

[@dulfikarhossain]

Captain is cool minded and speaks with the great confidence ❤. Wish her success in future

[@MrEL28]

Thanks for making this video. I now have a deeper appreciation for flight crew and flight attendants from seeing how much work they have to do.