Trip Report | Best Airline To India | Abu Dhabi - Mumbai | Etihad Business Class | Boeing B787-10

Greeting everyone and welcome to a flight that I enjoyed to the max!
Etihad Airways is for me one the most underrated airlines out there and they deserve much more time in the spotlight. I say this as there has not been a single time where they’ve not been consistently great in all of my experiences.
The choices to India via the Middle East are plenty and all airlines fight for their share of the pie. Etihad is possibly the best choice for this short distance in Business Class.
Curious? Join me and see for yourself!
A huge thanks to the incredible cabin crew and ground services at Etihad. It is always a pleasure to encounter people on my journeys that love their jobs and showcase their passion for customer service excellence.
Thank you for being here and enjoy!
Today we are showcasing you the following flight:
From: Abu Dhabi International Airport, The United Arab Emirates
To: Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport, Mumbai, India
Flight Number: EY 204
Aircraft Type: Boeing B787-10
Registration: A6-BME
Flight Time: 02:40
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Feel free to leave a comment with your opinion and feedback.
Have a nice one!
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What a super nice comment, thank you!! Yes, the channel is growing quite fast and I am very grateful to the support of everyone. I am happy to have found a big group of people that like the same as I do. If it continues to grow I’ll be able some day to dedicate myself 100% to this and make everything much better. Thanks again, you made my day! (pd. when answering this it’s 23.6k 😛)

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[@mayank.gaurav]

Omg the food has me drooling … damn such high quality food for a sub 3 hour flight 😮

[@TheLayoverAviation]

Absolutely. I’m still drooling about it. Haven’t had anything better since then!

[@abdurrafi6555]

Ouooo Etihad Airlines 👀

[@nevillehb]

The much awaited EY 204 to my very own Mumbai. The business class has to be one of the best products in the world.

[@TheLayoverAviation]

Much more Mumbai coming up! I’m spending most of this month in India due to various reasons. Yes it is one of the finest out there. And it took me a while to notice that the Qsuites are actually the same thing just with a new door and some other minor differences..

[@ghajik.]

Etihad used to use those a320/21s for their indian destinations, it was good that they moved to 787s because there's a major chunk of transit passengers from indian destinations. Also Abu Dhabi really needs that new airport, the existing airport is absolutely trash for what its trying to achieve (imagine having a 8 hour layover and spending time there ugh).

[@TheLayoverAviation]

Yes, it’s mostly wide bodies to India. I recently booked one on the A350-1000 but it was swapped last minute to a B787-9.. I can’t imagine an 8 hour layover there, it’s so boring.. 2 hours are more then enough for me there!

[@beanz5508]

@@TheLayoverAviation well lucky for you abudhabi oppened the new terminal A

[@aefepiense]

What a Great video! I really liked it. Etihad is a great airline. Su livery es bastante zen y el interior siempre es muy agradable y confortable. Me reí con lo de la zanahoria 😂 y ese horrendo livery del avión de Cóndor. Es lo más feo que vi hasta ahora!! Excelente video gracias!!

[@TheLayoverAviation]

Si, horrendo el livery de Condor pero peor es volar ese avión hasta Alemania desde Abu Dhabi.. Me encanta el B757 pero no estoy tán loco como para volarlo 7 horas 😅 Etihad es top. Si no tuviera este canal de youtube volaría semanalmente en Etihad! Un abrazo!

[@deanmeixner]

Great flight review as usual 🥃 It’s great seeing you fly business and first occasionally, looking forward to your next flight 🍸🍸🍸

[@TheLayoverAviation]

I’m actually mixing cabins mostly because of this channel. And also because I rather have a good view vs having a nice seat with no view. Kind of weird but I’ve swapped my seats in premium cabins plenty of times with some in Economy passengers! thanks for being here again!

[@SuperFairy1987]

Nice mustache, Dean. 🔥😉

[@aaryan27]

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[@TheLayoverAviation]

Thanks a lot! As long you’re all happy I’ll keep working hard! Have a nice one my friend!

[@KannaReddy]

I felt like I was with you in the whole journey,, thanks for the treat!...

[@TheLayoverAviation]

Hope you enjoyed the ride!

[@tymgames8307]

Just found your channel few days ago. I love your Trip Reports. Also huge respect buying sweets for the crew, I thing passengers like you can make their day!

[@travelandbeyonds]

Divided by country.. united by love for gulab jamun 😅😅 Great video btw.

[@TheLayoverAviation]

Gulab Jamun could bring the world together.. Thanks by the way!

[@BRTripReport]

Love how detailed your videos are! Great job!

[@TheLayoverAviation]

Thanks a lot, very glad you do! Thanks for watching

[@ItaiGanor]

OMG! another epic video buddy! your editing if to the perfection! wow, that food was the best I've seen on any video blog, looked so gooooood my god :D waiting foe the next video! cheers

[@TheLayoverAviation]

This meal was very elaborated yet had a street food kind of touch to it, just perfect. It knocked the meal I had on the El Al flight to the 2nd place in my top meals in 2023! And I can’t even replicate the meal, I tried! Thanks again for being here my friend, shalom!

[@danielclooney6248]

Mercy that tandoori lamb looked good. Beautiful plane and service.

[@TheLayoverAviation]

It was by far the best plane meal I’ve had. Still haven’t had anything as good as of today 😞

[@sahilmassey1563]

Really enjoy all your videos with great flying experience and review

[@TheLayoverAviation]

I’m very happy you do Sahil, thanks a lot!

[@chinmaybrahme6050]

Another top-notch video! Great start to my day! Thanks so much for another beautiful trip with some customary technical nuggets!

[@TheLayoverAviation]

And it’s a great way to end my day with your comment. Thank you very much for watching and I hope you enjoyed!

[@qaiyumansari4564]

I love how you always take the legendary Kinder Bueno for the crew! My favourite however!

[@TheLayoverAviation]

It’s one of the treats that never fails, I can’t think of anyone that doesn’t like it!

[@ThiruJapa10]

Another Amazing video .. I am sure One day you will be having more subscribers in aviation reviewing channels 👍

[@TheLayoverAviation]

I’m happy with whomever wishes to share my excitement for aviation. Thanks for the nice comment and have a nice day!

[@shireenfatima3815]

As always a very good video. I remembered my travel from Abu Dhabi to Hyderabad when I saw the Camel sculpture at 2:18😂. I took selfies with my family at the exact same spot😊

[@daaaaaaaaan]

Man, it's been a hot minute since I've watched this channel. Glad to see you're still traveling the world and putting out high quality content. Also, that Condor livery should be illegal 🤣

[@TheLayoverAviation]

Thanks Daan! Yes, I’ll continue to travel around as long as I can. That livery is horrendous but I kind of get it.. It does get a summer holiday feeling to some I guess..

[@gunvaldsandhaland7757]

I Have Not Flown On B787-10.I Like Better The Business Class Seats On A350-1000.Great Work

[@TheLayoverAviation]

I still have to fly their A350-1000 in Business but I’ll do it soon!

[@4vndd]

Superb trip report...and superb product's and services being offered by this carrier....!! Thanks so much for sharing...!!

[@TheLayoverAviation]

Thanks a lot! Always a pleasure😃

[@4vndd]

@@TheLayoverAviation take care and good luck....👍

[@Ali-Baig]

Hi Alex another great vlog I have a lot of blogs of yours to catch up on😅. I feel etihad is one of the underrated and lesser known Middle Eastern airline that deserves more recognition

[@TheLayoverAviation]

It can happen Ali! But happy to see you around again! I agree with your thought, Etihad is just stunning and I hope to fly much more with them.

[@hansinkoppada8730]

Absolutely splendid video Alex. Loving your content each time you post it. Take care 👍👍

[@TheLayoverAviation]

Thanks a lot Hansin! It’s not always great as it just can’t be ( like the next video) but I can promise you that an incredible lots of great ones are coming up soon! Take care too!

[@neilhaas]

Very nice flight nice plane 787 that's amazing.

[@TheLayoverAviation]

incredible aircraft and cabin, loved it!

[@mig882001]

Hey another brilliant video of a lesser known sibling in the region which comes out of the closet once in while . Etihad was always a good airline but AbuDhabi has not marketed itself like Dubai has .Love the food but that's not surprising to find it in Etihad great Indian food as most of the good Indian chefs are working in the middle east .Like the Single Malts on board and love the Botanist Gin a new favourite of mine .Sorry about the Indian custom officer experience some are on a power trip for nothing and always target Middle East flights which for the benefit is also a big smuggler route

[@mulaavgeek]

Etihad is really popular in India, especially in Hyderabad. Even I have flown to Hyderabad from ORD with Emirates in May 2022 and still flights were full.

[@TheLayoverAviation]

I’ll fly from BLR to SFO via Dubai soon as it’s a mega popular route. But I hope to visit HYD soon!

[@mulaavgeek]

@@TheLayoverAviation BLR to SFO has nonstop service. Air India is flying that route.

[@ianmounstephen3403]

Well informed and perfectly delivered; SUBSCRIBED!

[@TheLayoverAviation]

Thanks, very happy you liked it! Welcome to the group!

[@arjs20]

As someone who’s flown EY to BOM almost a hundred times - absolutely agree.

[@TheLayoverAviation]

Glad you do! Now it’s time to try the A350 too!

[@akshayiyer2522]

bro love from mumbai

[@LowBudgetSailing]

Great video! You are getting me hungry with all that delicious food!

[@TheLayoverAviation]

You should try it with me! And the drinks😎

[@REALIST88813]

🇷🇺Hello from Russia. Your videos are always excellent. Welcome to India 🇮🇳 👋🙏. Dmitry with respect.

[@JelmersAviation]

Wonderful video mate! Liked!

[@TheLayoverAviation]

Jelmer thanks! Greetings from a Sri Lankan A330-300!

[@cpxxiii2392]

spotted the EY204 a few months back. never expected that my favorite airline youtuber would come by that flight!🤩

[@TheLayoverAviation]

I’ll continue working hard and leave no stone unturned! Much more great Etihad coming up. They’re doing such an incredible job and greatly improving and I’m looking forward to film that progress! Hope you get to see many more of your favorite flights!

[@cpxxiii2392]

@@TheLayoverAviation looking forward to much great content!!

[@kiranjose235]

So happy to see you in our country 💓

[@TheLayoverAviation]

Much more coming!

[@mohammedshahzad78]

Though it may not seem important but I appreciate you adding the clips of the Islamic travel prayers in your videos. Ive seen many other creators cut that part out. Means a lot 👍🏻 love all your videos. Keep them coming.

[@neilhaas]

The 787-10s are amazing 21 more on order. Nice lavatories on the aircraft. 9 in the fleet that will be 30 all together the fleet.

[@TheLayoverAviation]

Lovely plane! Now it’s time to try Etihad’s A350!

[@Akhil_321]

21:58 A Glass of drink and Family Guy 😍😍😍😍

[@TheLayoverAviation]

Better impossible!

[@jocrb9121]

As usual Good Job Good Pictures Good CommentsFrom You 👍 Merci

[@TheLayoverAviation]

Always a pleasure, a big thanks to you!

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[@TheLayoverAviation]

That is so nice of you to say Saqib, thank you! This channel is made for people like you. Keep enjoying! 😄

[@saqibsaeed7272]

@@TheLayoverAviation sure sure take care and thanks for reply

[@micemint8938]

lol love how vivaldi summer was the opening

[@TheLayoverAviation]

I love Vivaldi ❤️

[@akumar7366]

First time viewing your channel, brilliant, very unique 🎉

[@LINJ638]

Triple the uploads and more fun!!!!!!!! Too bad EY is not what it once was comparing to EK and QR. Why is EY not doing so hot comparing to QR and EK?

[@samtal120]

Excellent 👌 video 📸 im interested ❤

[@TheLayoverAviation]

I’m very glad you enjoyed it 😊

[@pritamkoli]

Five star coverage

[@TheLayoverAviation]

5 star viewers!

[@abdulshakoor8267]

Very nice journey liked it much. Good service and best quality Aircraft.👍❤️ You.

[@martinvareed8756]

Wndful ..thnks bro.... Yes its a battle u hv to fight n its worth losing :) Carrot haha..thats a surprise...njoi ur tym Alex! Nice video

[@0530evan]

i need to remember your "hint" to pick up something for the crew as a good-will gesture

[@TheLayoverAviation]

It’s an easy way to break the ice while appreciating them for their work. But, sometimes if the first impression is terrible I won’t give it.. Can’t be bothered to be super friendly then🤨

[@UmairActorModel]

First time on your channel! LOVED the video! I like how you introduce your video with a short trailer! 😎. (Also, LOL @ the carrot 🥕😂😂😂😂😂😂😂). P.s. nice watch! 😉

[@UmairActorModel]

(Also, I love that you told us where other aircrafts were headed to! How’d you know?? So cool! And thank you for the knowledge on the engine too! Very informative!)

[@UmairActorModel]

Oh and what did you do on your layover? Please show us what you saw & ate! Haha!

[@TheLayoverAviation]

I’m glad you found the channel Umair😃 The carrot was very random, no idea how it got there.. I know where the aircraft are going thanks to live plane tracking apps, there are many online. The layover there was just half a day as when I am done with work I go straight back home to be with my family instead of in a hotel. But I had plenty of Pav’s! love those ❤️

[@UmairActorModel]

@@TheLayoverAviation yes indeed, I’m really enjoying your content! Still cracking up at the random carrot 🥕 & oh YES, the pavs are so good! Safe travels, mate!

[@dubonleaderonewkyungsoodo]

Hope you'll try SQ's business class product soon!

[@TheLayoverAviation]

I’ve tried it just not made a video of it. I love it, hopefully I can film it son for you all!

[@official.itzvibrant.]

BTW the condor B757 its like so rare never even have seen it. Butlooks amazing😂❤😊

[@TheLayoverAviation]

It is very rare indeed but the B757-300 is a must fly once in your life. I loved the experience ❤️

[@raghavarora8116]

Wonderful journey and keep up the gud work bro 🖤🖤🖤

[@AGarg-v1u]

❤so knowledgeable you are dude❤

[@TheLayoverAviation]

I learn something new every day and love to share it with you all ❤️

[@JohnLadda]

Nice video again. If you can watch family guy then everything should be ok. Awesome show :) When are you going to fly Starlyx? Hear only good things about them. Will try them from home (BKK) when my newborn is little bit older. Cheers

[@TheLayoverAviation]

I was just checking some flights out with them a while ago, it looks incredible! Hopefully I get to fly them soon. And enjoy travels with a baby once they’re small as it gets very hard once they’re toddlers!

[@JohnLadda]

@@TheLayoverAviation yes i can see that now 2 weeks after birth. Sleeps and eats. Should be "easy" :) Indont know why but hear about them 1 week ago first...little bit in a bubvle here in thailand 🤣

[@donnadwarika6370]

Hi Layover Aviation my one true dream guy❤😂.Even i can dream😂😂😂.I am always so fascinated by your great dinning skills.Think i can spent my time watching your skills.Of course n your great Trip Report❤😂😂😂.

[@donnadwarika6370]

Always just amazing Triip Report..Me just like the biggest smile LOL.

[@lolangtamad8591]

Awesome 👍

[@TheLayoverAviation]

Thanks!!

[@jbentley75]

What an excellent report - thank you..I love how you focus on the product and experience rather than make the videos all about yourself. My family and I will be travelling on Etihad in the end of the month so it was great to see what to expect even though Business does command a very healthy premium over Economy

[@TheLayoverAviation]

Always a pleasure James. And yes, video’s are all about airlines. Each one has a spirit of it’s own so I tend to focus on that instead of the negative things that bring views. Where are you flying to? I found some crazy fare at the end of the month from Rome to Abu Dhabi with Etihad for 70 Euro, nothing! Yes, business is a big step above economy but what Etihad also allows you to do is to bid for Business seats when you have an economy ticket. I use that system some times when I kind of know that the flight tends to be empty (seasons, tuesdays, etc..) Have a great trip with your family! Etihad is in my top 3 for family travel (specially if you have smaller kids).

[@thataditya06]

How do you get the precise information of where the plane is going. Great video mate, love from India 🇮🇳👍🙌🙏

[@TheLayoverAviation]

I make it all up😛 Joking, live plane tracking apps. There are many out there. Have a look, and thanks !

[@thataditya06]

@@TheLayoverAviation keep up mate

[@vkobi8208]

should come down to Australia one day :)

[@TheLayoverAviation]

I will! It’s just a little out of my itinerary in the next months but I am doing my best!

[@r12004rewy]

Excellent video and what an incredible flight and lounge experience, European Airlines just can't compete in levels of service, the meal looked absolutely amazing. As ever the extra detail you add to your reports add much more useful information.

[@TheLayoverAviation]

there is no airline in Europe, not even Turkish if you consider them European, vs the Middle Eastern ones. I know there are shortfalls but Etihad and Emirates are just top tier, not only for the generosity but mostly for the young and friendly crew. So mixed. They always make my day. Thanks for writing again!

[@RoyalMatchman668]

With that I love Indian food like biriyani

[@TheLayoverAviation]

Biryani is top!

[@RoyalMatchman668]

I agree with you Biriyani is the top

[@sharadsheth5285]

Flew same rote month ago in business class with my family. Aircraft was 787-10. Business class lounge at Abu Dhabi was good.

[@TheLayoverAviation]

Doha? Must have been Qatar Airways perhaps?

[@sharadsheth5285]

@@TheLayoverAviation Sorry, Abu Dhabi not Doha. Thanks for pointing it out. Corrected. 😊

[@ericinzesky1077]

great video ! 🙂

[@TheLayoverAviation]

Thanks a lot Eric!!

[@nabeeghjat6622]

As usual man you are awesome, love from Pakistan 🇵🇰

[@viswanatha.t3971]

nice Indian food. try Shahi panner and chaats.

[@TheLayoverAviation]

I’ll try it all! njam 👍

[@viswanatha.t3971]

@@TheLayoverAviation good to hear that , they are nice:)

[@georgecosta7209]

Nice video. Not a fan of lamb, but that dish would make me a convert? Cheers!

[@TheLayoverAviation]

OMG that dish was mental. So good that when so was editing the video I ordered something similar yet it was not the same😢

[@ahmedayaat2727]

17:49 Etihad's 787 10s have 295 seats in economy and 32 in business

[@kbroadhead10]

Thank you for another outstanding vlog. Great video of a great travel experience. Those meals really did look top class, and a fruity Australian Shiraz would have been a perfect pairing with that luscious lamb. I personally prefer a botrytis Riesling over Semillon (more acidic), but the De Bortoli is the most outstanding of its type.

[@TheLayoverAviation]

Thanks like always Kent! This flight was great, I’m writing now from a different airline in Business and am thinking how much I miss that flight. Specially the lamb, it’s a weird thing but is it’s one of those meals that changes your life! I can see you know your wines but this was one of the few times where food totally beat drinks! Thanks again!

[@asp_shadows2nd900]

Late reply but loved the video!

[@TheLayoverAviation]

Glad you did, thanks for watching!

[@mirameraabi8328]

Wow great food love it ❤❤❤❤❤

[@TheLayoverAviation]

It was great. And it just became even better on my most recent flight. I loved it!

[@mirameraabi8328]

My yummy big choice of cake❤❤❤❤❤❤❤

[@TheLayoverAviation]

So good!

[@amazer747]

Etihad - one of the best liveries out there today. I flew Manchester to Perth with them way back and found out that Etihad means United or Unity. I'd rather fly Etihad than United!

[@prinscharles4817]

Awesome 👍👋😀🙏

[@sebinamuwanga]

Thanks for the video. What do "w" and "sl" stand for? I have seen you making reference to 737-800w and A320sl. Nice firm landing. Safety first then comfort😉

[@mikeagd477]

The W stands for winglets on Boeing aircraft while SL stands for Sharklets in Airbus aircraft. Both basically look the same but they have different designations

[@sebinamuwanga]

@@mikeagd477 Aha! You got me on that one. Honestly, I thought every B738 (including all NGs) had winglets and every A320/321 has sharklets. I do know though that winglets are modifications for the B757 and B767. How come no operator has fitted winglets on the B777?

[@mikeagd477]

@@sebinamuwanga it would limit the range for the 777 and the wings would get even longer than it already is, and there are other means to ensure fuel efficiency. But hey, the 777X would have wingtips, in a sense lol

[@TheLayoverAviation]

Seems it has been answered, thanks a lot! there is also scw (split scimitar winglets) and a few other abbreviations!

[@Kjell1995]

As always, a splendid video Alex! Can’t wait for the next one. Hopefully you will try Wizz or Air Arabia from Abu Dhabi soon. Curious on what they offer. You are geographically speaking in the best part of the world. With some interesting airline developments in MENA. The new RIA, Neom Airlines etc but also the established ones like Emirates, Etihad, Qatar, Saudia. Add to that the booming Indian aviation sector. Boy oh boy, Europe nowadays is so boring (aviation wise).

[@LINJ638]

Why Europe is boring aviation wise?

[@TheLayoverAviation]

hey Kjell, thanks for writing! I know those airlines seem interesting but I really feel insanely lazy to film those as I just know what it will be.. Wizz won’t be any different from the Euro one except for the staff nationality! But ok, I’ll take one for the team and hope to find an interesting destination.. And regarding my location, yes there is a lot goin on! Very happy to be experiencing all of this. I’m looking forward for all the changes in Saudi and India!

[@TheLayoverAviation]

Euro aviation still is more interesting and has more variation vs American aviation! I’m currently in the States and boy do I dislike flying around here!

[@_S.D.P_]

Condor livery. OMG! i am not gonna take that flight.😂 Looks kind of weird to board it.

[@gittae8725]

Great report🙂 The Carrot was random😂

[@TheLayoverAviation]

And the carrot hat the skin on, so it does not come from catering.. And who else travels with a carrot?

[@nasheetaicecreamfan]

You should fly on economy on Etihad’s a350-1000 from Abu Dhabi to New York JFK the IFEs are probably bigger and better than Emirates

[@TheLayoverAviation]

I’ve flown with them to New York, just didn’t film it. But I will fly them once again! I don’t know if the IFE’s are bigger, I think it depends on which A380 because the newest ones just can’t be beaten for now. I’ll try to focus next time!

[@vinithradhakrishnan8969]

I think Emirates has the largest IFE screens in Economy. With that said, Etihad has a pretty good IFE. The last time I flew them, they had a pretty good selection of movies.

[@aaryanbali4726]

Just a small correction at the very end of the video. SpiceJet (MasalaJet) flies both to Goa-Dabolim GOI and Goa-Mopa GOX. Would be great if you mention the airport's IATA code.

[@rijonsarkar9555]

Take the pilot interview see the cockpit view please fell very interest video.Take Inspire from sam choi.

[@TheLayoverAviation]

That’s not how it works! Sam Chui has a big group of employees that are in touch with airlines and they make the videos together. He gets permission to film the cockpit. It’s very hard, I can’t just go in and film!

[@richardhammock]

petition for the carrot on the stair truck to be the new profile picture for this channel

[@alpeshingle2106]

Welcome to india mumbai

[@TheLayoverAviation]

And I’m coming 2 times more this month!!!

[@alpeshingle2106]

@@TheLayoverAviation how many day you state india mumbai

[@alpeshingle2106]

@@TheLayoverAviation I am from mumbai india very nice city you like india food very tasty

[@alpeshingle2106]

You came india yesterday flight abu dhabi to mumbai please tel date

[@alpeshingle2106]

@@TheLayoverAviation you came yesterday flight abu dhabi to mumbai

[@som3107]

Welcome to Mumbai

[@TheLayoverAviation]

Always glad to be here😃

[@Paulhilvert]

Pure brilliance as always! No surprise with Etihad! What a fantastic product on a beautiful aircraft! Nice to see EY getting some limelight! The food service delivery and efficiency looks beautiful apart from the Lamb as a vegan myself 😂. Can’t wait for more 👍

[@TheLayoverAviation]

it’s so hard to find a similar product in the rest of the world on a flight of this duration.. I just flew from San Francisco to New York (5h) and got almost nothing. It’s sad how people just accept this while paying for higher fares.. Anyway, lots of vegan options too at Etihad! I was actually planning on some vegan episodes but at the same time I thought they could sadly backfire.. But I’ll try!

[@Paulhilvert]

@@TheLayoverAviation agree with you 100%! Yes a great shame that business class efficiently isn’t across the whole board and especially how much some carriers are Charging these days. I’ve always loved etihad’s cabin theme! Look forward to it! 👍😊

[@arjunnathsharma8802]

You mentioned a rude welcome by the Customs , it must the immigration officer as your video shows you’re entering baggage belt area right after duty free after crossing immigration.. Customs officer only interact while exiting thru green or red channel before getting out of the airport .😊

[@TheLayoverAviation]

Yes, I meant the immigration officers. friendly chap. If I wasn’t tipsy happy from the flight I would have been extremely annoyed.

[@moneybites3092]

Top-notch video, had a question through which app, how do you spot the planes ie where is it travelling??

[@TheLayoverAviation]

There are many out there, flight radar 24, flight aware to name a few.

[@patrickantwerp1364]

Een "smakelijk" verslag 😋

[@TheLayoverAviation]

Ik droom er nog steeds van..

[@atharvasawant554]

Amazing video!! I remembered my flight with Etihad on the same route when it was operated by A321s. Etihad for sure feels like home:)

[@linguaaan]

Like as always! ❤

[@redonebeatbox]

What's with the piles of sand? I flew from Abu Dhabi today and saw them during the pushback and taxi 🤔

[@knowledgeTherapy]

With Air India expanding soon, Indians will have better international connection to all major cities avoiding Doha and UAE connections.

[@pchou061377]

🤣🤣🤣

[@RAVINDERKUMAR-ld3rq]

Right. Air india is best

[@LINJ638]

That is a lie.

[@AnikethSharma]

You mean Air Delhi ??? no thanks. I’d stick with Qatar Airways anyday.

[@aviationdesigner0016]

I don't see any expansion soon, It's just the TATA ownership everything is the same, All the Middle Eastern airlines are popular worldwide for their excellent service. And of course who would like to fly Air India where the IFE doesn't have content most of the time?

[@paolabolzoni5042]

besides traveling enough (at least from what I think) do you also have the etihad frequent flyer card?

[@benjaminjoseph8487]

Great job as always, love watching your videos. So I am very curious how do you find out the plane’s registration and when it was delivered to the airline. That BC lounge was so clean, you could eat off that floor including the bathrooms. Wowza that portion size for lunch was insane. Also Eithad has the best crew uniform according to me, very classy but modern.

[@TheLayoverAviation]

The registration you can just read on the planes themselves, either close to the tail section or above the nose gear. The delivery I find on airfleets.net. And please don’t eat from lavatory floors! 😂 Etihad is great, absolutely loved it!

[@BAshBash-d9s]

What time you give sweets Start of middle

[@TheLayoverAviation]

Whenever I see I am not in the way of any crew or passenger.

[@VaibhavShete1981]

Nice last touch in Marathi

[@TheLayoverAviation]

Much more coming, never the last!

[@VaibhavShete1981]

Try akasa air while in india

[@TheLayoverAviation]

I’m flying them in a couple of days from Chennai to Mumbai!

[@vinithradhakrishnan8969]

The lemon and mint drink was really very good. I had 4 glasses of those before we even took off. The second one was on my request but the next two were by the FAs themselves as they saw how much I loved it! Interestingly, it was their first time serving business class. They weren't very familiar with the seat functions but just like me, they seemed genuinely happy to be in Business and tried their level best to make sure everyone on board was well taken care of.

[@TheLayoverAviation]

4 glasses?! wow! For me it’s a bit sweet for my taste, but glad they provided you plenty! I’m glad the FA’s spoiled you!

[@shauryasinha4159]

The video of what you thought was actually a b787-9.Anyways,when will you fly to Sydney?

[@TheLayoverAviation]

I’m flying to Melbourne in 2 weeks!

[@shauryasinha4159]

Then will you make a video about it?

[@Raselkhan-ue4xt]

One Video for Biman Bangladesh Plz

[@TheLayoverAviation]

You can find one on this channel between Dubai and Dhaka, have a look!