BRUTALLY HONEST | What China Airlines AIRBUS A350-900 ECONOMY CLASS from Vienna to Taipei is like...

[@andrewwheat4601]

What I like about your channel is you review Economy class unlike others who continue to review business or 1st which most passengers can’t afford. Reviewing long haul trips in economy is very welcome.

[@sdlock83]

I agree! Reviews on economy class are much more useful than Business Class and First Class reviews.

[@sainnt]

3 meal services on an 11 hour flight is absolutely phenomenal!

[@matthewfard2196]

There were only 2 meal services though?

[@sainnt]

@@matthewfard2196 Watch the video again. First a pork and rice dinner, then noodles for breakfast and a sandwich before landing.

[@Andrew-Wong]

@@sainntyep agree

[@inzykhan415]

Lmao you must eat like a little mouse, if you call a sandwich a meal! It’s 2 meals breakfast an dinner an a snack 😅

[@sainnt]

I live in the US. Even on a 6 hour flight here some airlines don't even offer a sandwich for purchase, let alone getting served one. A tuna sandwich and a drink, to some can be considered a snack, but it's still a meal service. On an 11 hour flight, getting served 3 times is rare no matter what you choose to call it.

[@walkwithjonas7920]

EVA and China Airlines are both amazing and a lot of people don’t even know them. Incredible!

[@minthouse6338]

I've heard of EVA, seen a lot of their planes. China Airlines not as much.

[@sdlock83]

​@@minthouse6338Taiwan (the true China) has China Airlines as their flag carrier, and EVA Air as their primary privately owned airline. Japan has Japan Airlines as their flag carrier and All Nippon Airways as their primary private airline. Korea has Korean Air as their flag carrier while Asiana Airlines is their primary private carrier.

[@ox3870]

@@minthouse6338 But honestly, history of China Airlines is more longer than EVA Airlines .

[@jamesbeartw]

better than cx for sure

[@Allen-Feng]

I have tried China Airline's all three classes, I like their economy, love the business class, but not so impressed with the premium economy due to its hard shell design. When you recline, the seat moves forward and compresses your leg room. But the food is definitely great, not just good, in all three classes.

[@manovermoon43]

I flew their premium economy from Taipei to London and the overall experience was phenomenal. Food was great, seats were very comfortable and staff was very friendly and helpful. Highly underrated airline.

[@constructinglondon]

Favourite trip report channel, actually showing what most people are likely to experience.

[@nononsensepolitics4357]

Yeah, unlike Sam chui

[@Da__goat]

David’s intro to the difference between Air China and China Airlines is the perfect explanation for the difference between China and Taiwan

[@samyapal8221]

Yes, and you are a true western propagandist, as this trip report KZbin channel!

[@SuperValue350]

Imagine bringing politics into an aviation video. Obsessed.

[@sdlock83]

​@@SuperValue350This has nothing to do with "politics." It's the simple brutally honest TRUTH. Sorry your feelings were hurt.

[@ploppied587]

Taiwan is just better than China

[@eastcoastguy_0803]

@@SuperValue350 Every part of your life is affected by POLITICS. The operations of every airline is also affected by politics. It doesn't go away when you pretend it doesn't exist. Deal with it!

[@Julian-bh1mo]

Finally someone to tell the different between China Airline and Air China, feeling sad that a lot of people making joke to both China and Taiwan. And as a Taiwanese, I'm trying to comment in all the videos that are making joke about "China Airline" and telling them what is wrong what is wrong. I'm so tired to do this everytime.

[@magnustan841]

I love China Airlines’ A350 soooo much! The cabin is among the most beautiful I’ve ever seen, so much so the vibe and ambience inspired my new bedroom. I really like the way it turned out, so a flight on that plane is definitely on the cards for the future! Their A321neo looks equally nice inside too.

[@imanuelcaushi4711]

Turkish Airlines uses the A350 on their Istanbul-Antalya route during the summer, and that's only a 45 minute flight!

[@XiongBearTravel]

Always great to see a Brutally Honest episode when I wake up! You should definitely try Air Premia or Starlux in the future 😊

[@saltycrew496]

Could we see a Starlux flight report in the future???👀

[@Julian-bh1mo]

Please consider to watch my videos about aviations! I will update a Starlux Airline A350 videos tomorrow! youtube.com/@JuJuElephanta?si=2JfFu_4w7j9Uc3Pl

[@i.setyawan]

I flew a couple of times with China Airlines to Taipei before the pandemic (the latest was in 2019). In 2017 I even managed to get on board one of their special A350s with the Magpie livery. A very good airline, IMHO. I've also flown with Eva Air. Another great airline, although I think China Airlines is ever slightly more refined.

[@mylhodoppenberg]

I love the attention for the a350’s lately! Amazing airplane

[@biggiedii4889]

A few years ago I flew China Airlines from Sydney to London via Taipei and was very happy with the service provided, better than Singapore Airlines imo.

[@eastcoastguy_0803]

I flew China Airlines in 2016 (Honolulu -Tokyo-Taipei) and in 2019 (Seoul to Taipei). Both times the aircrafts were old. Seats were very outdated. Very disappointed (although the food and service were fine) It's great to see there's been a major upgrade of their aircrafts. Both China Airlines and Eva Airlines are products of Taiwan. Wonderful country! Diverse, fun and progressive.

[@TyLAR006]

I flew A333 so many times even i am a member of China Airlines i still would say it's disappointed for outdated facilities

[@eastcoastguy_0803]

@@TyLAR006 I love A330's 2-4-2 economy layout only if the seats and facilities have been upgraded. During the same trip in 2019, I also flew Delta's A330 from Seoul to Seattle. New plane, new seats! Very enjoyable.

[@TyLAR006]

@@eastcoastguy_0803 yes it is but facilities of A333 fleet of China airlines are kind old and water is so dirty everytime, I took A333 to Sydney from Taipei with duration nine and half this year, it wasn’t really a pleasant journey anyway.

[@shuchiliu6346]

china airlines’s slowing getting rid of aging a330s n buying a321s and b787 will be arriving next year. 330s r good workhorses but they r getting old..

[@SlimShady_1]

Flown them in August on the same route. Great airline with great crew and service. Definitely a recommendation 👍

[@shankewang5802]

Any airline from the Republic of China is very much better than any airline in mainland China, but Cathay Pacific from Hong Kong is a great airline too

[@kepoah245]

Why taiwan much better than china airlines?

[@kennychuwing2421]

@@kepoah245China Airlines is Taiwanese

[@_Erogaki]

​@@kennychuwing2421Republic of China IS Taiwan..........

[@kennychuwing2421]

@@_Erogaki I know, i’m confused to the reply on which why Taiwan is better than China Airlines, a Taiwanese airline.

[@s125ish]

Why is that the case

[@GHP17]

Great video (again). Your prior one on China Airlines is what helped me choose them for an upcoming trip to Taipei. Glad to see they've still got it.

[@isaacflyaway]

The interior especially the wooden walls looks so zen. Interesting to see them including music in their Lavatory too :D

[@maji1201]

I'm a Japanese person who loves China Airlines. I use it often. We use Taoyuan Airport transit to destinations such as the United States, Canada, France, Singapore, and the United Kingdom.

[@jest0riz0r]

I'll soon fly on one of their A350 from HKG to TPE, was very surprised to see that plane on such a short (but probably very popular) route. The flight back will be on the A320, not often do you get the chance to test a wide body and a narrow body on one round trip.

[@AlexPraglowskiAviation]

Now that's a thumbnail 👌

[@胡怡得-g1c]

Hi, I’m a fans from Taiwan.🤚 That’s why there’s high quality experience should be known in the world.

[@shuchiliu6346]

i’m a captain from china airlines n i gotta tell u the meals out of taipei r actually quite amazing nowadays~~

[@msingh9634]

I have booked China Airlines from London to Brisbane via Taipei. I am looking forward to it.

[@Canuck204]

I flew China Airlines from Vancouver to Taipei couple weeks ago, A350-900 was a phenomenally good flight. Then connected Taipei to Manila which was my final destination. A really good flight experience!

[@FanaticSpark]

In July of 2023 I flew with China Airlines the exact same Route too. In my opinion it was a nice flight and the food tasted great to. But before lunch Service we got a Snack like you showed it in the Video from 2019.

[@larrykisser3028]

CI 36 is a charter A350-900 flight TPE-PHX when needed. CI 36 is ferried to LAX from PHX empty. Then the same plane CI 7 is used on a regular service to TPE using the A350-900.

[@danielchen2848]

As a Taiwanese, I know it is confusing for foreigners to differentiate these two airlines. China Airlines is actually an official Taiwanese company. There have been many discussions among Taiwanese people about changing the name, but no results have been achieved due to political obstacles...😢

[@seoul_9584]

change the name into "Formosan Air"

[@Tezastar]

@@seoul_9584 Or even Chung Hwa Airline

[@PhucMi1]

yeah because Taiwans official name was Republic of China, the taiwanese government sees itself as the legitimate government of China

[@YogawithGloria]

I'll be flying China Airlines, first time in 23 years! Thanks for this amazing details!

[@skussy1097]

I think your brutally honest reviews are the best flight reviews on KZbin. Not as extreme and exaggerated as Josh and Dan.

[@niklasgermann]

Thanks for this incredible video! In July of 2023 I also flew this route VIE-TPE-ICN on my way to the World Scout Jamboree in Korea this year and I sat in Seat 73K, so the whole video feels like a re-experience of what had happened this summer - so cool!

[@madaboutsnooker147]

i've wanted to fly this airline since i started flying as a DJ, but never had a convenient route to choose from sadly. Looks like a detour is finally worth it.

[@TheRickbaby]

What about alcohol? You got beer but if you want vodka or something stronger is that available? It costs?

[@Angell3287]

I had great experience traveling on China Airlines. I didn’t have much hope at first until I started watching reviews on KZbin. I recently traveled from JFK to Singapore which stopped in Taipei. Then did a flight from Singapore to Taipei. Then finally a flight from Taipei back to JFK. The first flight from JFK was extremely delayed, the boarding process was a mess and chaotic. I also purchased an economy premium seat to Singapore and from Taipei back to JFK. The flight from JFK was good, the meals were served with metal cutlery, an amenity kit,my seat was comfortable, I rested well. The cabin was clean and the crew were very attentive to my food allergy. The second flight from Taipei to Singapore, was good except the cabin was dirty(my seat and the bathroom). The food was good as well as service. My flight from Singapore to Taipei, I flew in economy. The cabin was pretty much empty but I encountered a wonderful crew and exceptional service. I had a row all to myself. Finally the flight from Taipei back to JFK, the premium economy cabin wasn’t full, but I had a neighbor next me which the crew asked to move to an empty row due to my nut allergy. I would definitely recommend anyone traveling to Asia, to use China Airlines. I forgot I received a voucher for free WiFi to use on board.

[@TheEclipse5]

I fly China airlines and Eva from n.america to Taipei a few times a year. They are cheap but still have moderately good seats and above average crew members so imo, worth it bang for the buck wise.

[@josephmann6080]

ROC airlines are my go to airlines when visiting family in BKK. My two sisters, niece and brother-in-law decided to fly an US airline to PRC then some PRC airline to BKK. Luggage was lost. Never had luggage issue in ROC - flown about 20 times.

[@Intelexual]

China Airlines also flies from Taipei to Seattle and has for years. How did you miss that North American route?

[@Tjuk02]

Strangly enough, I did had a snack & beverage service with China Airlines on the AMS-TPE route in april 2023. They even gave me a whole can of coke instead of just a cup. During lunch, the crew also handed out ice cream. On the way back from TPE-AMS no snack service before the main meal, no ice cream and drinks were just poured into a cup. Seems they went over the top one the way to TPE, still I love China Airlines very much. It's my standard choice when travelling to Asia!

[@bluenycom]

I live near ONT (10-15 min) so been using ONT-TPE to connect to other Asian countries many times. It's SOOO much easier than leaving LAX. I agree that China Airlines is great. I prefers their premium economy seat over SIA.

[@tylernaksown7418]

Service to and from Ontario might seem odd to you, but for locals, it’s a great option. Most flights from LA to Asia depart from LAX. Locals HATE flying in and out of LAX! Currently china airlines is the only airline with service to Asia from Ontario. It’s definitely a smart move by china airlines.

[@LastLoveSong1029]

As a Taiwanese, I can tell now China Airlines is the best in Taiwan, even better than EVA Air. China Airlines is underrated probably due to several serious incidents happened around 2000’s that still some of people have a bad impression. But now China airlines already showed their reformation.

[@TrungNguyen-zj2hi]

Just flew China Airlines and typically precovid I’ve always flew with Cathay Pacific. Service was better than CP. Food was not as good. Staff extra attentitive - and on the ball. A350 cabin felt newer - not sure if it’s had an updated cabin ? Would fly with them again without hesitation for long haul. Short haul in Asia for CA- not nearly as impressive but ok for 3 hours.

[@samisami0314]

It’s the airline from Taiwan which provides decent service. You may also try EVA if haven’t !

[@ItzneviiPS3]

One of the 2 SAS A350 is going to malaysian Airlines with new registration 9H-MAH

[@gunvaldsandhaland7757]

I Am So Agreed With You China Airlines Beautiuls Cabins I Experience In All Classe.Great Product.Great Trip Report

[@chavant]

Free Taiwan🇹🇼

[@phillipmaguire4671]

It seems like a good airline, but as you pointed out David, there are small downgrades in the food & beverage service and no more hot towels either. It seems that all the premium carriers are now making these cut-backs to regular economy, all the while charging very high fares since the pandemic. Let's see if airlines improve their service in any way after this current pent-up demand for travel eases right off, as it surely will, due to cost of living pressures in most westernised countries at the moment.

[@colonel_carlito]

they are making the economy experience so barebones that premium economy service is now what economy was a decade ago

[@travelvideos]

I thought they stop in BKK. Actually it is a good route - avoid Bay of Biscay, over Yunnan and approach Hong Kong form land side.

[@brunofrank3965]

Can you show a tui 787 from Birmingham to Melbourne Orlando on there 787

[@matthewayers293]

Stir fry noodles for breakfast? Yes please! Another amazing video!

[@CodydaUwUCawio]

Flew CI007 from LAX-TPE. Amazing crew, food, and seat despite the crammed 10 abreast seating on the 77W

[@Sashathespaceguy-x6w]

I expected you were doing this when you announced it when flying from Vienna to dammam

[@ehrenkylo837]

Hey just wann ask when you will review Vietnam Airlines

[@rowanmle11]

love china airlines so much, i fly them sfo-tpe every summer and back, never disappointed

[@SFAvgeek]

Do you prefer the 777-300er or a350-900? Also, how was your trip this summer if you went?☺️

[@rowanmle11]

@@SFAvgeek ha it was good thx, personally I prefer the 77W cuz I'm just a die hard Boeing fan, but their a359 is amazing as well

[@tobyprice1092]

Was on China Airlines 747 many times from AMS to BKK. Good food but tight on the beers.

[@colonel_carlito]

ahhh there’s nothing worse than the trolley dolleys acting like it’s coming out their salaries.

[@ryanfrisby7389]

Fantastic trip report as always David!

[@matpk]

Air Taiwan 🎉

[@josephbacus9281]

welcome to china airlines! thank you for choosing the airline! (The Bluetooth Device Is Ready To Pair) If You Wonder Why The Plane Made From Plastic What Do You Think Is This We're Not In America *Finish The Line*

[@justawalkingtrashcan]

I’m flying China Airlines long haul in Economy in December on their 777 and A330, so this is a preparation video for me!!

[@rizell2004]

I've always use China Airlines to go to Philippines and not bad at all. Going on vacation with my daughter in a week and still choose to ride with China Airlines. 😁

[@JelmersAviation]

What an amazing video man!

[@neilrmartin1984]

An important distinction there! Air China is currently one of the cheapest options ex UK to the far East/SE Asia - it would be interesting to know if they have improved

[@andreadellepiane864]

Hi have you tried flying with Neos Air? and fly from Milan Malpensa to Toronto or New York

[@srreeej701]

Hey david, can you please fly Bangkok to Stockholm via Thai Airways?

[@ProResMike]

Another great video! Thank you for the awesome content.. although I’m curious if anyone has any tips about using capital one points for JAL and what partner airline to go through for that? Lol

[@robbinmizushima5907]

Honestly, I wish China Airlines returns to Honolulu! I want to fly with them again!!

[@brianchen3608]

So proud as a Taiwanese to see foreigners love China airlines (actually Taiwan airlines 😂

[@neilcoram3495]

Really enjoyable video great service on the flight.

[@garyhuntsr71698]

stunning view of the dynamic wing!

[@zoranvuko]

I wish China Airlines would fly to Perth, Australia!

[@alegzzz_]

It always blows me away how quiet the A350s really are. My dream to fly on one.

[@mjc8281]

Quite shocked anyone would think China Airlines are "under-rated" Lets just say they aren't an airline I would rush to return to any time soon, in fact I would place them significantly below the other two main ROC international carriers.

[@zhi-binchiam7828]

Happy that you got the emPHAsis of the word perSImmons right! Shannon from Kim's Convenience would be proud.

[@AndrewSephiTV]

At 9:06 you can see the Detective Pikachu movie at the screen. The new Detective Pikachu game came out 2 days ago on October 6th. Clearly he was paid to put secret messages and make everyone buy the game and that is why you cannot find it in stores anywhere anymore!

[@kalanikadafe]

Love the colors of the cabin ❤❤❤

[@valero649]

Do Starlux!!! Their flight meal is even better than CAL, probably the best in East Asia!

[@ryanhuang5391]

if you would like you experience better air china services then u gotta book the newer airplanes like the a350 or 787.

[@vapour_xs9235]

I rode China Airlines' A350-900 from Taipei to L.A. and I have to say, it was quite a nice 11 hour flight.

[@raymondleongdiva]

For their regional flights from sgp to tpe I will NVR use them again opting for starlux as my first choice and Eva if I cannot get starlux and on my way back on SQ simply because china airlines and starlux return flights are too early in the morning. One thing I hate most in economy is the absence of silver ware as EVA starlux and sQ all serve with silverware...and sq free wifi in all classes if they are members of their loyalty program...

[@GenkisTravels]

Hmm, that pork meal looks good. :D Nice video

[@Axelo-lz1tl]

this bought WeLcOmE To ChInA AiRlInEs to another level

[@leong.c]

they been "planning" to rename to Taiwan Airlines since 2006

[@AloysiusChngKangPingJunyuanss]

please review starlux economy

[@CCC-np7iz]

Well i would love to advise you to try the flight from FRA to PEK with B747-800 from Air China. THATS AMAZING!

[@max-_-6352]

i just worked on the same exact plane tonight!

[@clarkvincentga-as]

I think China Airlines' A321neo is featured in Jayden Wong's tripreport

[@Finn-yp5zr]

i really enjoyed my 777 flights with this airline!

[@planesandgeographyaremything]

That business be lookin fire

[@HartmutChang]

China airlines,EVA air, STARLUX is from Taiwan 🇹🇼

[@ronparrish6666]

See them in Toronto all the time nice planes

[@powhatan_]

Great work, thx.

[@bjwashington8234]

Expecting to see ur first flight review with Starlux airlines soon

[@carlvincent12]

Republic of China babyyy 🇹🇼🇹🇼🇹🇼

[@fireflakesss]

welcome to China airlines thank you for choosing the airlineeeeee

[@KonorSacks]

This channel has got to have one of the best intros

[@colonel_carlito]

premium eco looks good. everyone i’ve seen looks pointless but this one looks like i’d be tempted to part ways with my money

[@shaunpierce4174]

I noticed on your boarding pass it states you were in Zone 1 but in economy. Isn't Zone 1 almost always for first & business class passengers?

[@maxcrysdale2376]

Correct. But also for passengers with special privileges such as Star Alliance Gold members or one world gold members etc.

[@flyingdreams5005]

He is a Delta Gold member, which is equivalent to Skyteam Super Elite

[@mikeparker6322]

This is a perfect example of why Taiwan is not part of Mainland China. It will never be part of China. The people, the culture and the way business is conducted is very different. Taiwan is a modern country. China is still in the feudal age. I can say EVA and China Airlines are comparable to Singapore and Korean. Air China is like Spirit or Ryan Air.

[@minthouse6338]

If the Chinese are in the feudal age, how come most of the stuff in our homes and work place are Made in China?

[@firebreathingrubberducky5621]

I think feudal is a bit too far. But ppl in PRC are more individualistic and less about community minded and service attitude.

[@mikeparker6322]

@@firebreathingrubberducky5621 AKA-Customer Service Sucks in the PRC.

[@nickhe6780]

According to the current Constitution of the Republic of China, Taiwan and mainland China are part of the same country. Due to the special relationship between the two sides of the Taiwan Strait, the constitutional jurisdiction of the Republic of China and the People's Republic of China is legally defined to include each other's territories. Currently, the Republic of China classifies its national territory into three regions: the mainland area, the Hong Kong and Macau area, and the Taiwan area. The Taiwan area falls under the jurisdiction of the Republic of China's constitution, while the other two areas fall under the jurisdiction of the People's Republic of China's constitution. As a result, the entry and exit procedures for mainland Chinese citizens, as well as Hong Kong and Macau residents who are not considered foreigners, differ from those for foreigners. They need to apply for an Entry and Exit Permit for the Taiwan Area of the Republic of China, rather than a visa.

[@mikeparker6322]

@nickhe6780 Then why do Taiwanese people not have Chinese Passports??? I have been to Taipei and the people were friendly, courteous and many spoke English. I thought "no way this place is part of mainland China because I actually felt safe".

[@Ethan-im3kr]

China Airline's cabin design is one of the best in the skies hands down!

[@kawangkwok5262]

Perhaps the drink and snack, hot towel, and the chicken was not in this flight, I still think this is really great for economy class. Especially the washroom, I consider this is important part of the flight. Always appreciate David for the Brutally Honest, channel.