SO Much Cost Cutting | ETIHAD B787-9 ECONOMY Class to Hong Kong

G’DAY OWFsquad and welcome to my 7th flight in 2020! On 12th January, I flew Etihad Airways from Abu Dhabi to Hong Kong. Prior to this flight, I flew Alitalia from Paris to Rome, and Etihad from Rome to Abu Dhabi. You can find the trip reports here:
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What you'll see in this clip:
Abu Dhabi Airport overview
Plaza Premium Al Reem lounge
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Seat features
Lavatory
Take-off and landing clip
Meal
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Airline: Etihad (EY)
Flight number: EY834
Aircraft type: Boeing 787-9
Aircraft registration number: A6-BLH
Origin: Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH / OMAA)
Destination: Hong Kong International Airport (HKG / VHHH)
Flight date: 12-01-2020
Meal: Dinner (Thai green curry with rice)
Seat: 29k
Flight duration: 6 hours 30 minutes
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[@JaydenWong]

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[@nutshell7648]

One World Flyer why not raise some money to the hospital! I think it will help them!

[@JaydenWong]

Hospitals use tax money, they need our support, though not financially. Everybody can get treatment there. But with the Royal Flying Doctor Service, they bring people to the hospital to get help, not cheap because it involves aircraft not just an ambulance!

[@nutshell7648]

One World Flyer hmm! Ok :))

[@wyingpok]

Dana you guys are welcome to come in and join me and I can bring it back if I need to come join us at my place in the afternoon if I need anything I can just drive them over to the you and I’ll drive you to drive to get

[@johnliang2179]

Catering is the last thing an airline should consider to cut because it’s the most direct impression passengers will have... It’s really not a good idea to let the passengers stay hungry on a long flight unless they brand themselves as lccs, even us airlines wouldn’t do that.

[@JaydenWong]

absolutely, I think at the moment, reduce free baggage allowance/ increase extra baggage fees, reduce entertainment system content etc. are the way to go. Air Canada is now serving just cold food in long haul economy, while Cathay is still serving two full meals. thanks John!

[@kevin19358]

23:24, That's the correct way to say that in a nice way, so that the passenger can understand the reason.

[@fmshan1990]

Thanks for the trip report! The duration of your videos is getting longer and longer, which is a thing that I like. Have a nice weekend! I look forward to your video next Thursday! : )

[@JaydenWong]

haha much needed for #stayhome 😂 I just had my exam on Thursday, so a lovely long weekend right now, thanks Man Shan :)

[@theginni1064]

That takeoff thrill is so nostalgic 💕....i loved your video Felt like if I am travelling... Keep uploading 😃

[@JaydenWong]

ikr! Unreal that I am now using the word 'nostalgic' for 787😂 thanks for watching!

[@Nb005]

Same. I mean after all I have not flown any plane in general since 2015

[@uknewslink]

So glad to have found this channel.

[@claudexu4539]

So strange for a premium carrier to charge passengers for snacks and drink on medium haul flight even before the global pandemic

[@JaydenWong]

totally, not the way I like!

[@NANICU]

It just means they are transitioning to a low-cost carrier service model with premium airline prices. A clear indicator the death knell is sounding.

[@AristotelisMitsiou]

@@NANICU I mean they have been struggling a bit financially last time I checked. I'm not too surprised about the drop in quality. It's a shame though

[@TrisTravels]

I flew Etihad from Abu Dhabi to Sydney in November last year and was amazed that they were trying to charge people for snacks. On the other legs to/from I flew Garuda Indonesia and KLM and both of them had far better service and options of free food/drink. On Etihad I felt like I was inconveniencing the crew every time I asked for water... on a 12 hour flight!

[@all2598]

I am curious when Etihad charge u for drinks 🤪.....aswell they have lot of free food ....thouse snaks wich u say they charge u ...are extra on duty free and no one force u to buy it.....u guys for hate u are first!

[@hermes342able]

Love your travel videos, so informative and so relaxing. Makes me want to travel again. I love relaxing ambiance in the, the hum on the engine, the subtle bumps of moving forward as the plane accelerates to take off. You look like you would be a fun travel companion too.

[@JaydenWong]

Thanks so much for watching! I left the takeoff landing footage longer in the video so we can enjoy the 787 humming 😂

[@codybowman803]

That was a great video Jayden! It reminds me of being able to travel... Have you flown with Qatar airways recently? I would recommend their economy product

[@JaydenWong]

nope never flown them before! but would 100% love to! thanks Cody :)

[@gsilverstone]

Cute sound of the cup holder! 😆

[@JaydenWong]

hehe thanks!

[@marcquireyns8139]

this is one of the best flight reviews I've seen so far, very good video and sound quality and a very sweet boy haha, do you know if you can pay with apple pay on that flight?

[@JaydenWong]

Hi Marc, thanks for watching :) I’m unsure about Apple Pay sorry

[@aviationwithjeff]

Well done. To answer your question, I do pack an extra shirt and essentially one extra change of clothes because I'm always afraid my checked luggage won't make it to my destination. Thankfully it's only happened once.

[@JaydenWong]

Ahhh fair enough, different purpose there haha. Very smart though! Thanks for watching Jeff :)

[@acpyt]

Well that was totally a"butter" landing. Amazing video bro! I greatly enjoy this every time and I hope you are well.

[@JaydenWong]

Glad you enjoyed it! Thanks for watching!

[@dereknewbury163]

Another great report. I especially enjoyed the take-off sequence and the engine spool-up.

[@JaydenWong]

I’m glad you did Derek! Thanks so much for watching :)

[@SVT-ny8ee]

Great review 👍🏻 Next month I will fly to Istanbul using Etihad B787-9✨❤️

[@byromania]

Thank you for another excellent vlog, and that landing was rather.........FIRM! It made me jump a little!

[@JaydenWong]

indeed haha, I find 787 and 350 landing rough all the time. Thanks for watching :)

[@ralphyhk]

World Class video Jayden, I flew edihad 4 times before (HKG to London via Abu Dhabi two times) and they were very good. This was 4 years ago so and they had very good covers and free food and drinks. What a shame they have changed so much. Its almost like they are now a low cost airline. Thanks for the upload!

[@JaydenWong]

They’ve changed so much even in just one year! Can’t imagine how much has changed in 4 years lol! Thanks for watching Ralph!

[@NewG101]

@HK Football Ralph Ralph. Actually, it’s the result of the lack of strategy and hazardous investments (Alitalia, Air Berlin and Jet Airways) and they ain’t no global alliance (Star Alliance, SkyTeam or OW) to support their business. And above all, ABU is not attractive vs. DOH and DXB. Some aviation experts predict they will be acquired by Emirates or worse be in bankruptcy in the coming years...

[@jimmurphy4703]

Used to be soooo good! Always flew business with them but no more !

[@avgeek578156]

Awesome trip report, Jayden, hope you enjoyed your flight !

[@JaydenWong]

it wasn’t the best experience but it was fine :) thanks mate!

[@artiga15208]

14:34 Wow, I just remember this Etihad Airways sweet or salty advertisement that used to play on every flight from 2016 to 2020. It's no longer playing on TV screens, I don't know why.

[@JaydenWong]

haha too repetitive !! even tho it was actually quite good ahah

[@cmaviation525]

10:51 The BEST part about flying any 787 in my opinion

[@JaydenWong]

Absolutely!

[@cmaviation525]

@@JaydenWong Serioulsy tho who doesn't love 787 hydraulics doing their thing!

[@NowGetThere]

That airport seems quite cramped! and a very tiny lounge. The food served onboard did not look good at all. I'm surprised by Etihad. i thought it would look much better than that. I also thought you would be able to order an additional drink after your meal. Has Etihad turned into Budget Airline?

[@JaydenWong]

yeah very tiny lounge, it used to accommodate Etihad gold too, now it's Virgin gold only thank god. Otherwise there would be no where to stand! They used to be a lot better, I had a very good egg noodle on this route last year, I was praising it so much. this curry rice was disgusting... Thanks for watching :)

[@protocolofficer2629]

Thanks Jaden, for another of your fully comprehensive flight reports. You show all that I am interested in and I very much appreciate it. Is there a story behind your showing my country Canada’s flag on your wall? It looks great. Thanks again. Cheers, Colin. P.s., you have a bit of a London accent. Did you grow up there?

[@JaydenWong]

Thanks Colin! Great to have you in the comment section again! Canada is a beautiful country, and the people are nice. Furthermore I like how symmetrical flag is, so I put it on my wall! 😍🇨🇦 I was born and raised in Hong Kong, I picked up my accent from school, family and friends. my school teachers are from all over the world including USA, England and South Africa. Most of my relatives from the UK, and friends from all over the world

[@normanmcleod7169]

FINALLY got a replacement pc...Hi Jayden...so pleased your subscriptions have rocketed up...not before time. Keep safe

[@JaydenWong]

yay it's great to see you commenting again Norman!! :) have a wonderful weekend!!

[@yoelfebrian]

Nice review Jayden! Aside from the cost cutting measures, i think Etihad 787 cabin is looking stylish. I believe they omitted the arrival meal to urge you to buy their snack instead. A bit cheapskate in my opinion. But, did they offer any free water/juices/snacks in the galley?

[@JaydenWong]

indeed, seats and lavatories have premium, lux touches. Agree, but they hardly got any orders haha. I saw zero orders on all my flights. Yep the stuff you normally see in the cart during meal service (water, cheap juice and biscuits were available all time) Thanks for watching mate!

[@pierrenine5775]

The grouting in the shower in the lounge at Abu Dhabi Airport looked like it could do with a good clean! That wasn`t a bad effort from Etihad overall, except for the reduction in catering and having to pay for snacks. Thanks for keeping us in the air Jayden in these times without travel.

[@JaydenWong]

haha there's only 1-2 shower rooms in the lounge so very high usage and little cleaning time. Also it opens 24/7 so maintenance is hard. Hopefully they're using this time to do something. Thanks Pierre :D

[@ZRHTrainspotter]

nice video! i really enjoyed this trip report. sad to see etihad getting worse

[@artiga15208]

What camera and microphone did you use for making this video? I tried to make my Etihad Airways flight video look like this one on my phone, posted it on my channel, and the result was garbage, lol.

[@JaydenWong]

I used iPhone 11 Pro :)

[@ritchieli5654]

Very detailed review! 15:51 that cup looks tiny... It seems like a hard landing as well. It looks like it dropped on the runway haha. I wonder how you felt at that moment. Yes uni life 1/10, ProctorU -100000.../10

[@JaydenWong]

haha fat and tiny, just fat enough to fit in the cup holder. All I was thinking was HOLD THE PHONE TIGHT😂 thanks Ritchie!

[@syc9675]

20:06 Etihad plays a Customs Hong Kong video. Hong Kong has very strict measures with customs. I think many airlines like Cathay, Play the customs video when arriving into HK.

[@JaydenWong]

nah so far in my experience only Etihad does! Some airlines make announcements about it, but not Cathay :)

[@Dragflyer9669]

One of my most anticipated airlines. Heard a lot of positive remarks about this airline and would love to try it when the sky is open and free for flying again.

[@JaydenWong]

it's worth a try especially when Abu Dhabi airport opens up the new concourse!

[@usarmy3111]

Great video as always Jayden! 👍🏻👍🏻

[@JaydenWong]

thank you!! :)

[@asteverino8569]

Hey Jay, what ya say? That Abu Dhabi lounge shower room! No coat hukes 😱😱😱 lol And no table to put things on. Ooooo, I saw a pack of “Olly’s Olives” on the plane menu. I would have to sample them. I would offer you an olive, of course. Hahaha Yes, nice sounds of the engine start up and graceful wing curve on that 787. You are an optimist... You said the cabin was half full. I bet the airlines say it is half empty. 💁🏼‍♂️😂 You are correct to point out bad attitude by the senior flight attendant and also know what a more proper and respectful way to say things would be. Seemed a bit of a boneshaking landing. Colorful livery on the plane you showed at the end.✈️ Thank you for a great, trip report. 😀

[@JaydenWong]

Nope no coat hook😡🥵 I will have Olly’s Olives just for you😂 I don’t like the phrase half empty, I see empty as 0, so half empty is -0.5, not +0.5 😂 But mathematically, 0x0.5 so it’s zero! Half empty means empty😂😂 Mind blowing fact!

[@asteverino8569]

One World Flyer Yes, I would only ask that you try one olive. I would have one first, so I would know what taste I am offering you. 😂 Thank you for the math lesson 😂😂😂 I had never thought about the numbers of it all. Just an attitude thing. Cheers

[@TheBudgetTraveller786]

Etihad has improved their meals a bit this year, the year before, they were only giving a hot entree with a bread roll, 2 items total on a tray, they had nerve to say it was to be 'economically friendly' as an excuse..sigh. I have done trip reports on 4 flights back in 2018, during which they didn't have a menu for snacks for sale. It would appear Etihad has neglected the goal of being the luxurious boutique airline they had aimed for back then. Even the A320 and A321 (AUH ISB / KHI AUH) I flew on have since had their IFE screens removed entirely, they remind me of North American air carriers LOL Hoping you and your loved ones are safe during these challenging days, thanks for sharing your experience!

[@JaydenWong]

Yep the new catering they rolled out last year was horrid and tiny. Glad they have scrapped that now. They definitely don’t have the premium image anymore especially in economy class. Thanks so much for watching. I’m doing fine in Australia, hope all is well with you :)

[@despevilleyaj7629]

Whoops i am a bit late but will not miss your upload! 3:10, yeah i always pack an extra outfit in my hand luggage ;) The cost cutting got me shook but ugh idk how to feel about that. Enjoyed the video as always!!

[@JaydenWong]

haha no worries, thanks for watching! Good to know you pack extra too :)

[@plxiityidk7878]

i don’t know why but i am obsessed with planes now bc i am going on one after 4 years and seeing my family

[@ShawnsTravels]

What an awesome report, extremely detailed. Great Content! There always seems to be that one rude older flight attendant! haha

[@JaydenWong]

ikr! thanks so much for watching Shawn!

[@kanehi]

A lot of extra items charged for an international flight. Passengers assumes that empty premium seats are to be had for free during the flight and it's not fair for paying passengers who actually bought those seats. Charging extra is the norm.

[@JaydenWong]

if they're upgrading themselves to business or premium I'd blame them. However, they were upgrading to economy space and i believe they genuinely didn't know they upgraded themselves. I only knew because I am an aviation enthusiast.

[@a.k.6878]

Hello one word flyer ! I was your cabin crew in this flight, I would like to apologise you for the mediocre service provided by us..... Our airline is suffering from huge losses due to Alitalia, Air Berlin and Jet Airways which was a former Indian carrier.... Our airline is improving. ! I would like to see you onboard and provide you the best service again soon ! Lots of love from Abu Dhabi/France

[@JaydenWong]

Hi Etihad Flyer! Thanks for your kind comment! I have faith in Etihad! I really love Etihad business class and food and I look forward to the new terminal in Abu Dhabi Airport! Hopefully I’ll see you onboard soon 😝 Many thanks!!

[@a.k.6878]

@@JaydenWong thank you!

[@JaydenWong]

damn I didn't read this comment properly!! I thought you said you were a cabin crew for this airline rather than this exact flight!!! No way!!

[@a.k.6878]

@@JaydenWong hahaha... Mistakes happen from everyone! I think it was winter season.. :) the weather in Abu Dhabi is not soo good !

[@naturallyherb]

26:53 - totally thought this was Gatwick Airport given the bridge behind! Such a great idea to build the bridge to the satellite terminal, gives many opportunities for aircraft photography and also eliminates the need to take the bus there. Have you been to the satellite terminal before, if so, is it open only if you're boarding a flight there?

[@JaydenWong]

haha ikr! I've been there before by bus, and in my memory, yes it is one way so only if you're boarding there. Cannot wait to walk on that bridge over an A380!

[@kviolin31]

Great video love your content and also Boeing 787 are my favourite airplanes to fly!

[@JaydenWong]

thanks so much for watching :)

[@dave4386]

Hmm ... first time noticing that Etihad is using roof covered air stairs , instead of airbridge 😐 .

[@JaydenWong]

omg more than half of the time I get remote stand at Abu Dhabi with Etihad!

[@svengoncalves11]

@@JaydenWong That's based on luck I guess also Etihad is my favourite airline and will always be number 1 for me.

[@nstravelvlogs2486]

Jeez was the pilot in rush or smtg?that is the hardest landing I've ever seen. But I've been through a sharp steep takeoff. I wonder if they planned the approach or just go on "their judgement"

[@JaydenWong]

It was windy that day around South China sea haha. You can heaps of diverted planes from Manila including Etihad 777-300ER and heaps of Philippine Airlines jets at the HKG stands

[@nstravelvlogs2486]

@@JaydenWong Ah that explains the hard landing. Nevertheless indeed i was quite shocked at the food. In fact just recently in Dec I travelled with a good airline(won't mention). They used to give amenity kits in economy class but they didn't give in the previous flight. Probably it is due to wastage. I wish to have gotten one but nah.

[@trotamundo76]

Great video Jayden. Eithad used to be compared next to Emirates, Qatar etc but nowadays not even close. According to many trip reports like this one and one by Simply Aviation on a 16 hr flight where they had very little food, they are looking more like a low cost carrrier. Specially with that “buy food on board” feature.

[@JaydenWong]

Thanks very much for watching! The one Simply Aviation had was more appalling, they have since increased the main and sides slightly. My first meal portion was ok, quite good in fact. But we need a second meal or snack!

[@jeffeadie8856]

Nice trip report! I subscribed!

[@JaydenWong]

thanks you so much Jeff!

[@jeffeadie8856]

One World Flyer no problem you’re trip reports are fantastic!

[@Bobrogers99]

The seat, IFE and outlets were quite OK for economy, but the food wasn't what you would expect from Etihad. You're probably correct in thinking they're cutting corners to save money, but it shouldn't cost that much more to serve a decent meal.

[@JaydenWong]

Thanks for watching this one Bob! I'll be happy with a plain curry without all the capsicums haha, that way they will save more money too!

[@AndrewHazelleTravels]

“I’m not drunk” - says every drunk person? 😏😏

[@JaydenWong]

😂Not even have asian flush la!

[@pure7133]

@@JaydenWong but you haven't yet drunk often

[@NewYorkAviation]

Ughhhhh I miss flying! Well done, crazy that they charge you for something as simple as juice.

[@JaydenWong]

thanks for watching, ikr! absurd!

[@paulinegill8413]

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[@Bad_Karma1968]

Another great vlog Jayden I’m surprised you don’t get coffee when u are flying on Ethiad Arabic coffee is good Good thing the delay was on the last leg of the trip

[@JaydenWong]

damn didn’t know about it! Will have to try it next time 😝

[@naturallyherb]

That spinning thing on the cup holder reminds me of Cathay's older seats on the A330/777. Also, congrats for getting the whole row to yourself, I also had this experience on my Air New Zealand 787 from Singapore to Auckland last year!

[@JaydenWong]

yep haha, shame the new one is fixed!

[@maram3216]

Was the flight on the 787 smooth or was there a lot of turbulence, compared to other aircrafts u took before?

[@JaydenWong]

smooth :) but tough landing always!

[@maram3216]

@@JaydenWong that's great. thanks!

[@davefrommelbourne1237]

What no ‘coat hook’ in the shower room? That’s preposterous! 5:43 lmao

[@JaydenWong]

no :( outrageous!

[@michirrus]

Did you film this video before the pandemia?

[@JaydenWong]

yes in January :)

[@ASAviation]

Really sad how EY has been hit with cost cutting measures lately. When I flew them in 2015-16 they gave out menus in economy, good wrapped headphones, a large pillow/blanket, and two main meals/one sandwich on a flight from Chicago-Abu Dhabi! And then a decent snack bag on shorter flights like Islamabad-Abu Dhabi. However the meal portion still looks decent nowadays!

[@JaydenWong]

ikr, I've only flown them for a year and I can truly feel the cost cuts. they upgraded the meal portion this year after many complaints 😂 thanks for watching and take care mate

[@SpeedbirdAircrew]

I thought etihad had stopped using meal trays and you just got your meal placed on a paper place mat on the tray table ?

[@JaydenWong]

yep they did, they brought them back after tons of complaints. Portions on the new ones were too tiny :)

[@usarmy3111]

You’re getting close to 40k subscribers!

[@JaydenWong]

yup😝 Growth is slower than normal because of covid but we’ll get there💪🏻

[@usarmy3111]

One World Flyer my vacation home is in Hong Kong.... hopefully this pandemic is over soon where i can travel again. 🇺🇸🇭🇰

[@JaydenWong]

I was going to Seattle for holiday next month but got cancelled already! Cannot wait to visit the US again! 🇺🇸❤️🇭🇰

[@SVT-ny8ee]

4:36 why that flight attendant really took a time to find your seat number on the boarding pass?? Or is she checking your name or what

[@JaydenWong]

I got an Air France boarding pass because I checked in Paris as this was a connecting flight :) The AF boarding pass was in a very different format hence it took her time to look through it I flew Paris-Rome-Abu Dhabi-HKG

[@SVT-ny8ee]

@@JaydenWong ouhhh 👍🏻✨

[@aviationchannel6204]

24:55 That was SUCH A HARD LANDING! It sounded like the plane crashed!

[@JaydenWong]

indeed haha, thanks very much for watching!

[@aviationchannel6204]

@@JaydenWong Perhaps it was that senior cabin crew doing the landing? LOL :D

[@nzchariboy]

cost cutting, trainee pilots..

[@aviationchannel6204]

@@nzchariboy Ha like Ryanair LOL

[@all2598]

Actualy when u hear bad noise on landing ....is the safe landing....this doesent have nothing to do with the company...guys before u start hate learn about it how pilots are landing ....🙄

[@dianeschroeder3980]

If I could give this video two likes I would. I loved the amazing sound of those engines on take off and the beautiful footage out of Abu Dhabi. Is it just me Jayden or do you feel like the landing gear is going to crumble every time you land in a dreamliner? Great video, thanks for sharing!❤️👍✈️

[@JaydenWong]

hehe thank you, I made this video longer as I included more takeoff and landing :) Yes the landing gear on the 787 and 350 are tilted at a different angle to other aircraft so landing is always harder! Thank you Diane!

[@a1_00]

Great flight review as usual...!!! 👍🏻 Hope you’re doing well jayden. Next time, please make sure to fly with Qatar airways ✈️❤️ and maybe Oman Air too!

[@JaydenWong]

thanks for watching! Hopefully soon, haven't flown either of both before!

[@moinulislam9685]

When did Etihad start charging for snacks? Hope the other premium carriers don’t follow suit. That’s why I always avoid flying BA.

[@JaydenWong]

They’ve done it for a couple years now. Their current menu was launched last year. thanks for watching!

[@nadifputra787]

Sadly, the new terminal at AUH doesn't have furthest update for the opening, has been delayed for several years.

[@JaydenWong]

ikr! I was looking forward to it when I booked this flight 😂 100% not going back until they open it!

[@nadifputra787]

@@JaydenWong you may try Qatar Airways via DOH which is more convenient when you transit it or Turkish Airlines via the new IST Airport which is also convenient but long walk

[@r.l.3574]

Nadif Indoflyer Considering how bad QR crew are treated, I'd never step onboard their aircraft. As good as their service is, but you have to remain social.

[@vignesh7989]

I may fly with this airline for the first time this summer from JFK to Abu Dhabi to Hyderabad all on the 787-9's. I have always flown Emirates, but I would like try out Etihad this time and it is much cheaper as well. Hopefully all goes well.

[@JaydenWong]

fingers crossed! Etihad always have good meals on my flights. Hopefully they have upgraded the airport now

[@gouthamchirra3618]

is it recent video? no social distancing?

[@JaydenWong]

From January

[@DeltaBravoTango]

Do you go to Western? I go to uoft btw. I'm guessing based on the Canada flag you have there. Sorry if I'm completely wrong xD

[@JaydenWong]

yep totally wrong😂 University of South Australia :)

[@DeltaBravoTango]

@@JaydenWong oooof. That Canada flag threw me off! Haha. I'm off by like half a hemisphere! Good video doe

[@JaydenWong]

Only had it because it’s beautiful and I like how it is symmetrical haha

[@zeeshanali579]

You have just got new subscriber 🙂

[@JaydenWong]

Welcome aboard! thank you😊

[@petesoebekti2022]

hey jayden how are you doing today bro ? :) how was your flight with Etihad :)

[@JaydenWong]

I'm doing very well! Had my exam last week, another one is not til late June :)

[@petesoebekti2022]

@@JaydenWong best of luck on all of your exams bro :)

[@msingh9634]

Nice simple but informative video. Keep it up

[@JaydenWong]

thank you😊

[@kevin19358]

24:57, Wow that's a very hard landing. Hope the passenger is okay.

[@FromtheWindowSeat]

3:10 For long haul flights with a transit point I always pack a spare shirt, underwear and deodorant. It’s such a great feeling to change into clean clothes after a long flight. Plus, I can be a bit clumsy and sometimes spill food, so the spare shirt helps with that too. 😝

[@JaydenWong]

ahh interesting! I pack an extra pair of socks too haha. I use the cologne at duty free shops😂 thanks for watching Adam!

[@FromtheWindowSeat]

One World Flyer Socks - yes! And sometimes shorts / pants, if you’re going from cold to hot climate. 👌

[@dnf8804]

Is there air con on this flight? How hot is it in there

[@JaydenWong]

yeah there totally was air con on the plane, sorry I couldn't remember the temperature, it was over 2 years ago haha

[@nilskyproductions]

What an excellent trip review but I was so disheartened to see the level of cost cutting that etihad has resorted to. It’s really saddening. Can’t imagine having just one meal for 6+ hours. Hope they improve soon! your encounter with that particular cabin crew was quite unfortunate too. Glad the rest of them made up for it! Cheers

[@JaydenWong]

Thanks very much for watching! The rest of the crew definitely made it up, as you can you see in the video, they were all so smiley!

[@haikalalevel8887]

I really hate the Thai Green Curry Chicken with Rice. I flew quite often with Etihad to Kuala Lumpur and the Chicken option looks so unappetising. And I don't eat beef so that sucks. They use to serve noodles on the asian route. I remember after seeing one of your older flights with Etihad.

[@JaydenWong]

I like Thai curry but the one on this flight was nothing like it haha. yeah noodles and sandwich, not anymore :(

[@haikalalevel8887]

@@JaydenWong True the Thai Green Curry Chicken from Etihad looks inadequate and you will still left hungry. Etihad is saving cost and maybe its best if you fly with Emirates or Qatar. They are generous in terms of food. Furthermore I really hate ignorant cabin crews. They just ruin your entire flight. Once I was told by a cabin crew that I am not allowed to video record eventhough its for my instastories.

[@rogerweber2114]

The shower alcove looked like it had a bit of a mould problem? Keep up the good work.

[@JaydenWong]

yeah I guess so, there's only 1-2 shower rooms in the lounge so very high usage and little cleaning time. thanks very much for watching!

[@rogerweber2114]

@@JaydenWong thank you for your entertaining and informative videos, we look forward to your uploads every week.

[@JaydenWong]

@@rogerweber2114 My pleasure! I also just saw your donation to the RFDS through my everydayhero page. On behalf of the RFDS, thank you Roger!

[@CLeungistravelling]

The lavatory in the 787 looks gorgeous :)

[@JaydenWong]

indeed! Better than my home 😂

[@auflyer]

There is always that 1 or 2 rude cabin crew. On my Qantas flight from ADL I put my GoPro suction cup on the window and 2 different flight attendants said “That needs to be off the window, you can hold it” despite there being no mention of it anywhere from Qantas. Like you, I think it would have been better if they said “Sorry but that cannot be on the window for takeoff and landing, however you can hold it”. Also when meal time came around the food was shoved into our faces, without even asking if we wanted it.

[@JaydenWong]

thanks for watching and sharing your experience mate! words like 'sorry', 'would you' and 'you' are just so important and make a whole lot of difference!

[@craigwillis3372]

If it is Thursday Jayden is back !! I always carry on board a spare casual golf type shirt and some track suit pants from K Mart !! Just in case I or the crew spill something on me...and the pants are great if there are no pyjamas on offer in Business Class which seems the norm these days !! Great vision and sound on take off !! For years Etihad was the best airline out of Australia in termsof seating and service. I must admit I only flew First or Business with them and they were superb.Then they lost nearly a billion US dollars and the cost cutting began and also had deals with some airlines that went broke such as Air Berlin. Some friends flew with them in economy from Melbourne to Abu Dhabi....nearly 14 hours with ONE meal served and then you could buy anything from the menu...other friends have flown in Business Class and they said the decline in many aspects was evident. Etihad are sitting in the Middle East with Emirates next door and Qatar just down the road. Tough business when you are up against these two !! The cabin bitch from hell...probably having a bad day or need re training...right here right now !! Thanks mate...really enjoyed it !!

[@JaydenWong]

haha yeah I would get them from Kmart too😂 that's very smart Craig! good idea. 14 hours and one meal served??? That should be illegal! I will have to say my 17 hour flight with American was way better than this Etihad flight, lots of food, free snacks, lots of free drinks to choose from, no price on menu. The senior crew could've used that time chatting with customers like Qantas crew would, instead of bla bla bla.

[@dodolcom597]

So many cut service in etihad flight now...i was flight with etihad 3 monts ago, many problem with seat can't nit to recline, imagine if flight more than 5 hours..also food is very standart...better food emirates or other

[@JaydenWong]

Indeed, their economy has gone downhill, almost even through the soil. thanks for asking!

[@foodandtravel6853]

Sad that they’re struggling, hopefully they manage to become worlds best airline soon 😊. Nice video

[@JaydenWong]

thanks mate! same they have the potential!

[@keithhiggins2237]

When Etihad became an anti tall person airline I stopped using them but have heard the cost cutting is changing them into the Ryan air of long haul flights .of course business and first class have had more money thrown at them .

[@JaydenWong]

Thanks for watching Keith! Yep their economy class is more and more low cost, the airport their using isn’t helping either.

[@richard425]

Was the water free ? Lol. I’d rather walk than take this carrier.

[@theknightaviation]

Etihad is cost cutting quite a lot, no second meal before landing, the by on board menu and many more things. Imo out of all the 3 major middle eastern airlines, EK, EY, and QR, EY is the worst. Awesome trip report aswell

[@JaydenWong]

yep very sad. First thing I did in Hk was went to a 7-11 and grabbed a sandwich😂

[@samsy6773]

Etihad does have buy on board services... do you notice people actually buying stuffs on board the flight??

[@JaydenWong]

zero 😂

[@duaneowens7777]

Hi Jayden did you check in a bag with them. How strict are they with the 35kg baggage weight. Would they allow 2-3 kg over. Also what about the 7kg baggage

[@JaydenWong]

Again it’s up to the agent you deal with. I had extra allowance with them with my Virgin gold

[@duaneowens7777]

@@JaydenWong great. How was the customer service with them.

[@calamitous763]

how are you able to make videos like this going on all the diiferent planes and things like the lounges and dfferent classes?

[@njayflightreportsandtravel6193]

Great video mate!!! Cheeers!!!!⭐️. How much does it cost for a passenger who doesn’t have a lounge membership to enter??😗 Lmao, the senior cabin crew was petty😂😈

[@JaydenWong]

roughly 40usd for two hours, or enter with priority pass if you have one :) Thanks NJ!

[@Mikey3399]

Shame that they have cut back especially on meal service. I hope they reconsider as they won't attract new customers if their main competition (EK and QR) offer a superior inflight product, unless their fares are much lower. Looks like there were a lot of empty seats on your flight, for example.

[@JaydenWong]

I have avoid Etihad from now on too. Flew them the first time in Jan 2019, and I can feel the difference there in just one year... thanks for watching!

[@DrLifeGamer]

@@JaydenWong don't worry, Etihad is much better now and their finances are also doing much better

[@t147han]

I used to be an etihad gold card holder.not flown with them for 4 years now.they used to be very good for food drinks and snacks,air miles etc.about 7 years ago .i started to see things changing.my flights were always manchester to bangkok 4 or 5 times a year.Etihad are already bust.seems they are trying to hang on.that food and service was like a short haul budget flight.Sad to see what it has become.

[@JaydenWong]

I only first flew them in January 2019 and I can already feel the difference onboard in just one year. On this route alone, they've cut first round of drink service, cup noodles and sandwich... thanks for watching!

[@t147han]

@@JaydenWong they are only 16 years old.some people used to fall of the plane drunk with the amount of drinks.and you used to walk of plane in tunnel to a central zone and smoke anywere.they also have built onto that now.and they were building another new airport.but i dont know if that is finished yet.

[@blazen4872]

how many times did they serve drinks? are snacs still payed in 2022?

[@marinpekic3909]

Can you tell me is it possible to recline your chair if your sitting behind lavatory?

[@zetwang6461]

Engine roar 9:18 eargasm for me during quaratine

[@JaydenWong]

haha ikr, I kept it for this very reason. thanks Sam!

[@dampaul13]

Can't tell, but what type of setup is the headphone socket, single pin, twin pin? Thanks.

[@kbroadhead10]

My dog didn't much like the looooong engine spool-up. I hope more airlines don't adopt buy-on-board for basic items. And, with you stuck in Adelaide, I saw United, HiFly, Saudia and Cathay movements in Sydney this morning :P

[@JaydenWong]

haha I don’t think your dog would ever want to fly then😂 we have nothing in Adelaide, but cathay is soon starting B777-300ER cargo service from Sydney to Hk via Adelaide!

[@a.k.6878]

4:35 OMG!! That's me! 😰😀

[@JaydenWong]

damnnn!!!!!!! You looked very confused reading my Air France formatted boarding pass😂 Thanks for the warm welcome :))

[@a.k.6878]

@@JaydenWong ohh. . I'm used to see such boarding passes 😀😀.... I don't clearly remember yours though.... I only remember welcoming you :) its my duty to warmly welcome all passengers!

[@梁丞謙]

Hi Jayden, which one do you prefer Ethihad or Emirates flying between HK and Europe via middle east

[@JaydenWong]

Emirates for the airport and better economy class. Etihad for business class :)

[@梁丞謙]

Emirates Economy as good as Qantas

[@danielintheantipodes6741]

Thank you for the video!

[@JaydenWong]

My pleasure Daniel :)

[@Flyhighcharles]

Nice trip report bro :))

[@JaydenWong]

thanks Charleston!

[@jjcollectsandplays]

Nice raising and awesome view at the start

[@JaydenWong]

thanks JJ!

[@edwardkirago500]

Great video!!!....That landing tho

[@JaydenWong]

haha very hard ya!

[@raymondleongdiva]

Yes I agree I hate zoom and face to face still the best in uni...and yes a few years ago I flew the same flight and really the cost cutting really shows. The cutlery now plastics yucks...I hate their headrest the side ones...and really not my fav airline ...once enough even at that time ...worse I guess these days...for me if I have to take a middle east carrier which usually I rather not it would be Qatar and then Emirates but not Etihad anymore...yes to your question on a change of tees esp if I know I would be having a fast shower in between flights...once again you looking good as always didi!😘

[@JaydenWong]

I saw the cost cutting measures in just the past year, cannot wonder how much has changed in 4-5 years. Still haven’t yet tried Qatar darn it, hopefully later this year or early next year i can!

[@raymondleongdiva]

@@JaydenWong yeahntry Qatar in fact a few times on Qatar and they got great amenities even in economy but I heard they also had cost cutting just prior to the pandemic. But yeah their a350 is awesome and the entertainment system sure can beat Emirates ICE...over all service pretty good just that for some reason maybe just me their meals esp their rice has got this funny taste and texture but over all good product...I really hope you try it soon...hugs didi stay safe...😘

[@solotraveler2095]

did you use your HK passport? i thought you'd use the British one.

[@JaydenWong]

yes, I use both when I travel :)