Trip Report: Delta Air Lines (Boeing 757-200/Boeing 737-800) ATL - PHX

[@BigLarry1950]

I had a great experience with Delta Airlines back in November 2017. I hadn't flown on commercial planes in over 35 years. I went from South Bend, IN to Phoenix with connections both ways. Everything went as scheduled, had a wonderful time.

[@liftylu]

On that second plane, I like how well they kept you updated with the hydraulic problem they were having. It sounded like the updates were very thorough and detailed.

[@Scovilletech]

Thanks for this video. You did one of the best jobs of navigating ATL. You kept your camera up when you were walking so we could see and it has really helped me for my first time flying through ATL.

[@Myfavoritecuties]

I remembered flying on my own from Atlanta to Houston via Delta. I started off at where I stay at for college. I ride MARTA from Medical Center to the Airport. When I got in, I do the usual stuff (check in and checkpoint). I go through the cave from concourse T to B. I arrived at B20 and took off. The flight was less than 2 hours and the clock went back an hour. I arrived at Houston at sunset. My mother picked me up (she drove with my dad and brother and I had to stay longer at home to work).

[@WatermelonMoon260]

I loved this video! I love how there is not many cuts and it focused on you whole trip. Simply fantastic

[@ericsturniolo]

+PierreR21 Gaming Thank you! Glad you enjoyed it!

[@WatermelonMoon260]

Are you going to be posting more of these?

[@ericsturniolo]

When I have the chance and save more money to travel yes I will.

[@adawg2015]

I don’t know why but the Plane Train’s voice is so satisfying to hear.

[@kool79]

Great video! Phoenix Sky Harbor is my home airport, but I have been through Atlanta countless times on Delta.

[@ericsturniolo]

+Kevin O'Brien Nice! Glad you enjoyed! ATL has been my home all my life.. I plan on coming back to Phoenix when I save up to visit my family again.

[@justinkrizenesky]

Love this video, PHX is the best airport in the world. thanks for posting!

[@planespotterkarl2783]

Justin Krizenesky yass i agree

[@charliep2240]

I had a connecting flight there before

[@mirandab3582]

I'm going to Phoenix for spring break and I'm very excited. I live in Illinois and I know it will be far, but I just love plane rides

[@peterpham6288]

This was the best atl trip report vid

[@Realojt94]

If I had to be stuck in any airport ATL is the best to be stuck in. The place is massive. I spent my layover watching widebodies at E&F.

[@adamvlogs9787]

Yes, the airport ftom Atlanta to Phoenix is so cool.

[@weatherlicious]

Woah...I'm exhausted just watching this! Thx for sharing.

[@evanlopez186]

weatherlicious jk

[@Myfavoritecuties]

5:22 Wow! You parked next to the Elevator! How lucky and comforting! I did that one time in North Springs, and parked on the 5th floor (I wanted to park on the rooftop of the garage, but it’s more comfortable for my car to be covered). I see why you went to Sandy Springs instead of North Springs: the long term parking at Sandy Springs ($5) is much cheaper than at North Springs ($8)

[@AndreTheAwakened444]

I'm currently a resident in Atlanta , and in a couple months I will be flying to MSY Airport ( New Orleans ) I Can't Wait Until The Time Come. It won't be my first time flying , In fact it will be my 6th time ...most of my flights were traveling Fron LGA LaGuardia Airport (NYC ) to Atl (as we all know as Atlanta. ✈️✈️😌😌

[@ericsturniolo]

+Drevo (SLimm) Nice! Flying is an awesome method of transportation! Hope you have fun on your trip!

[@elevatorsofnewengland2020]

It almost sounds like the Green Line Trains in Boston MA when it starts up and it stops as well. I find it interesting.

[@bmacleod52]

Your ordeal at Atlanta airport along with the aircraft technical problems just clarifies the notion if air travel in US doesn't improve over next 5-10 year demand for high-speed rail and other transportation alternatives will only get bigger.

[@dalaviation1243]

Awesome video, Eric!

[@up844fan9]

Such a Great Video Eric !!!

[@timjohn3359]

1:20:53 the abbreviation for Mountain Daylight Time is MDT and 1:30:17 Mountain Daylight Time is 2 hours behind Eastern Daylight Time.

[@Louisa93able]

Thank you for sharing your experience so well.

[@cohedash]

Can't believe I watched the whole thing! Nice video

[@c.k.1252]

Nice video! As a former flight attendant of 17 years, I can relate to that delayed LAX flight going back and forth to the gate! LA and Denver always seemed to be cursed with delays for me. Glad you got to see what pass riding is all about!

[@ericsturniolo]

It isn't the first time I've done it, but that was the most rushed connection I've had!

[@c.k.1252]

Yea, I was actually stressing along with you because I know that exact feeling!!! I've been the last one on many times! Glad you made it!

[@charliep2240]

How close were you to missing your connection flight

[@71tarheelfan]

Love this...I've been through Atlanta many times. And the only Starbucks (that I remember) is in Concourse C :) I've been to that one.

[@ericsturniolo]

+Bill A I work for Starbucks now! Glad you enjoyed!

[@71tarheelfan]

Oh I did indeed :)

[@gianni1940]

The train makes the same sound as the one in Orlando. Very nicely done. I’m sure at some point, you did or will do a trip to Orlando.

[@jeffreyhughesmbe]

Despite your delays , it was great to fly with you.Jeff.

[@directionerrusher7452]

6 years ago I went 2 Las Vegas

[@steventravels4035]

I was in Atlanta in January and my flight left from the T gates. the closest Starbucks was in the F gates. it took me an hour to get a coffee because I was misdirected.

[@MyNameBorax]

I know there is a Starbucks outside security. I believe they are also in Terminals T, A, B, D, E, and F.

[@steventravels4035]

+It's Me Good to know.

[@MyNameBorax]

+Steven Roberts There *might* be one in C now, but not sure. But those touch screen TVs they have can direct you to the one closest to you.

[@armyrunner99]

Yeah the captain made sure the things were right on our plane on Southwest Airlines and they were right before our plane to Austin took off for Southwest Airlines...The flight to Austin departs out of gate C14?True... sure...

[@bobsuereitz7719]

Steve Reitz ,yup

[@alexola2621]

Anyore of these? this and the return are awesome

[@ericsturniolo]

Thank you! I am currently working on another trip report. I will have a release date when I get closer to finishing the video. As of right now it will be a while.

[@alexola2621]

***** cool. Now come to think of it i remember you saying somthing about TPA. is that the one

[@ericsturniolo]

Yes it's the one from Tampa.

[@alexola2621]

***** Tampa is one of my favorite airports around. I flew there back in january, And my layover on the way home was in ATL

[@ericsturniolo]

It was years since I last was in the TPA airport. Much has changed since my last visit!

[@austwin1]

Great video. What an ordeal. Did you ever post the return trip? I can't find it. Thanks.

[@apetersenALT]

He just uploaded it about a year ago. Link: kzbin.info/www/bejne/jX2ndqSInd5oirs

[@davidkaiser1004]

4 years ago, I flew from Chicago Midway to Atlanta to connect to Orlando to see my grandparents for the Daytona 500 Rolex. When I got back home, I flew from Orlando to Atlanta to connect to Chicago Midway. Did you know that American Airlines, Allegiant Air, and Delta retired the McDonnell Douglas MD's

[@LT81baller]

Awesome journey my man!! Sucks you got stuck in ATL for most of it.

[@ericsturniolo]

+LT81baller Thanks.. It's ok.. It was pretty fun actually! :)

[@LaurenEveCreates]

Angela: *does angry smile* I did not get on a buddy pass system. I went non-stop with my friends and even Matthew's entire church. Oh, and on the Northbound and Southbound tracks are 2 material handling cars for TVCTA's Masonry Program. Love the switchers! And the airport bound train is lead by CTC-1A 1752 and trailed by AEM-7 644. Talk about the electrified line.

[@TommyPicklesFan]

I remember that I flew from Atlanta to San Diego via Phoenix Az on America West Airlines Airbus A320 in July of 2001.

[@jettpadovano864]

I'm heading 2 Las Vegas in 2022

[@directionerrusher7452]

Good luck 👍 traveling

[@randumnesss541]

Dude that must be so nice to have the whole plane train to yourself !!

[@schnuurtchke]

Woah I’m exhausted watching this whole process of arriving at the subway and going to the airport and missing the flight!

[@gavinalkhazraji8669]

I’ve been on a Marta train on the way back from Mercedes Benz stadium to Lindbergh station

[@joaovitorbressali1045]

I LOVE YOUR VIDEO. Amazing. ATL airport is Delta International Airport rs. Hugs from Brasil.

[@ericsturniolo]

Thank you! Glad you liked it!

[@timothyhunt9770]

Well I would be happy the captain wanted to make sure things were right before taking off.

[@omarlone1311]

They pwere.the..

[@crapper1]

rofl guess marta has yet to remove airtran off the announcement ive been on southwest that oil started running out of the back of the engine making a decent sized spill i called the flight attendant to get the captain to look at it causing a 5 hour delay while they shipped out an oil pump from dallas to fix our plane

[@AndreTheAwakened444]

Also The reason why you were waiting so long for the train at a time that early is because . Marta does not run 24/7 like NYC transit . The last train arrives at 2:09 pm and I believe that the first train of the morning arrives around 5:30 am .

[@ericsturniolo]

+Drevo (SLimm) I've never ridden MARTA at that time of day, so it was an interesting experience!

[@joeybobby3020]

F*** you

[@r.a.vaviation3979]

I really hope this didn't change ur opinion on Delta. Their a great airline but this just shows that u must have status with an airline or else you'll be screwed

[@joshstuart6638]

That train that you saw while approaching LA is actually a Metrolink train

[@bobsuereitz7719]

Nope

[@ultrametric9317]

Dude, the trains don't start until 5 in the morning. To be precise, the first southbound train on weekdays is at 4:53 AM. On Saturdays and Sundays, 6:03 AM. Fun video.

[@dd.greenefilms2598]

Great Video Eric,I enjoyed it,well done.

[@ericsturniolo]

+Dexter Greene Thanks Dexter!

[@ageplanesandtrains2425]

I like watching your trip reports everyday when I have my PBJ (Peanut Butter and Jelly Sandwich) for lunch. Keep up the great work dude!

[@Zkhan2475]

I first flew through ATL in Eastern back in 1982 from New York then to Fort Myers FL when I was a kid. It was only half as big as it is now and there were only concourses A B C And D

[@ericsturniolo]

Wow! I never knew that!

[@tjs468]

Well done! I had a flight out of C29, I've seen that elevator before, believe it requires key. MARTA voice sounds like sunrail voice

[@ericsturniolo]

+EthanS Elevators Thanks! That's really interesting about that elevator at C29.. It was a first for me out of many years of coming into this airport...

[@rjames45_3]

I really enjoyed your video it was very good. I was wondering how long it took to edit all this

[@charlieblackman8373]

I love Delta Airlines

[@SuperLegoDesigner]

@38:24 is actually a CRJ900 not 700

[@zachb4268]

What was with the fire trucks when you were pulling into the Marta station? (12:31)

[@iamcalebj2009]

Hey, can you send the link of the Marta train? I’d love to know how to book it!

[@hmwawasi]

wow. almost a whole day wasted trying to a get seat then impacted by flight delays . hopefully this is a one off. if this happened frequently,I would lose my mind . good trip report btw

[@myepicusername]

Woah the LAX landing was very bumpy!

[@myepicusername]

That takeoff from Atlanta must have been very loud! I remember last year I flew American from Las Vegas to Chicago and it was just like that.

[@abe1289]

Enjoyed watching your video. Being from AZ. Did you get to explore more of PHX. The skytrain is awesome! If I may ask, which program did you use to edit your video? Thanks!

[@ericsturniolo]

+abe1289 Thanks for watching! Yes I did get to explore much of Phoenix! And I use Final Cut Pro to edit my videos.

[@abe1289]

+ems318 Awesome! Thanks! Can't wait to see your video for the return trip from Phoenix to Atlanta.

[@Nycjacob2002]

Great video did you ever make a return trip?

[@ericsturniolo]

+Nycjacob2002 Thanks! And yes I did! I just haven't started it yet. School and work is a priority right now. But I will work on it when I get the chance!

[@bobsuereitz7719]

Yes

[@santanac86]

i watchd the whole video :) loved it!!

[@ericsturniolo]

Thank you! Glad you liked it!

[@lsubandtrumpet2014]

+ems318 Geaux Tigers ! daa da daaaaa daa! ☺

[@directionerrusher7452]

I've went 2 Las Vegas only once

[@aldinramadani5852]

I went to Las Vegas 3 times in a row

[@thexpj241]

What editing software did you use to make this video? It’s great!

[@keylynwascom367]

my favorite part of ALT is the plane train :)

[@bobsuereitz7719]

What? The plane train?

[@slimetimeproductions3944]

Keylyn Wascom OMG ME TOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO

[@yashazaceper7391]

No ATL it's a SkyTrain

[@stitch-xx2oo]

I bet you were glad to get to bed when you got to Phoenix? Good flight I gave u a thumbs up. don't worry about the window I bet you were more concentrated on Phoenix.

[@ericsturniolo]

It was definitely the trip I must say! Thanks for watching!

[@ryantossell6694]

I've been to Phoenix, Arizona a couple of times.

[@Laufield]

I can't wait on May 6, 2019 Atlanta to Phoenix then Phoenix to Bakersfield, CA for I'm going hiking on Pacific Crest Trail

[@ska3806]

You were lucky with your flight :D First two were full, your LAX flight was late and then they had problems with the hydraulics :D That never happened to me before... Luckily

[@seranov._]

23:17 the plane train in the atlanta airport is computerized. the doors on the train seemed to not quite be perfectly aligned with the second set of doors (by like 2 cm lol) and so it had to align itself for a second before the computer could give the ok to leave the B concourse. idk if that's really true but it's just my educated guess :P

[@j.junior6633]

Why did u change the seat with the guy next to the window?? And great video!

[@jcspotter7322]

Please do more trips soon!

[@jwhitman2005]

At the 59:18 mark, that is actually a Metrolink train headed towards Riverside

[@tristenparker6785]

I’m flying out of Atlanta this weekend. Hope I don’t have to go through what you did.

[@danielhickman6859]

You live in Marietta right? I have only been in concourse C and I can't believe I never notice that elevator.

[@chris.weather]

Nice video! When you had to go back to the gate due to the hydraulic issue, how long of a wait was it before you pushed back the 2nd time?

[@ericsturniolo]

+Chris Cole Thanks! They wait took about 30-45 minutes.

[@scrumchies9240]

In exactly 2 weeks I’m flying to Arizona!!!

[@keylynwascom367]

i wached about half of it , but then i fell asleep

[@charliep2240]

At an airport that busy, I would recommend arriving at the gate 1 hour before your flight to avoid delays

[@clayhouseholder9309]

The ailerons which makes the plane bank left and right, the elevator which makes the plane pitch up and down, the rudder which is how planes move while taxiing, the landing gear, and the flaps depend on 3 hydraulic systems. When one fails part of the controls won't work. With all 3 of them out, the plane will most likely crash. The only way the plane can be controlled at this point is engines only. Out of many 3 hydraulic failures 1 plane has landed safely. One made to the runway and choked it up on landing. The plane can survive with 1 hydraulic system gone, maybe 2, but not 3.

[@PSWeather19]

Traveling from MKE to ATL, Then ATL to ORD, back same way. GRB ( Green Bay ) my airport is well, expensive. Both are delta. One is a 757, if I'm right.

[@alexola2621]

Flew into PHX about a week after you did on a layover. That train looks awesome. And may I ask. Is the train past security or not?

[@ericsturniolo]

If you are talking about the PHX Sky Train, no you do not need to get through security. It can take you to the Metro Rail station. The Plane Train at the Atlanta airport is passed security.

[@cokecansandwinglets5783]

That elevator at C30 probably goes to the tarmac.

[@bobsuereitz7719]

No, to the jetway

[@danielf1564]

Those are just like our DC trains!

[@SMRTSBST]

Wish I could come 2 Atlanta 2 visit u.... I hope u come 2 Singapore too.

[@MegaGiants89]

Great video, I'm going to Phoenix, AZ in October so this video really helped. I have a question what were the hours in advance when you got to the Atlanta airport and the time that you took off.

[@ericsturniolo]

I got to the ATL airport around 6 AM EST. The first flight to PHX didn't leave till around 8:30 AM EST. Since I was on stand by, I was stuck in Atlanta until I found a connecting flight that afternoon.

[@charliep2240]

How long was your flight delayed

[@mehmeh9748]

In retrospect, you should have left home at 12:30 PM and gone straight to gate A5 at the airport. haha jk. good stick-to-it-iveness. What is a buddy pass btw?

[@SirensAndElevators]

Why would you get a buddy pass? Did you have a late flight going into Pheonix or was it too much money?

[@ericsturniolo]

+MKE Aviation And Elevators It was all I could afford. I was scheduled on the earliest flight out of Atlanta nonstop to Phoenix. But with me being on stand by if the flight was full, there's a high possibility I won't make it on that flight.. Almost all of the flights nonstop to Phoenix were full until late night, and I wasn't going to stay at the airport all day! So that's why I changed it up to get a connection. LAX saved me!

[@football11248]

I like the music in the train station.

[@mitchellarmstrong3759]

The double smoked bacon chedder and egg sandwich is my favorite.

[@carwashslayer4235]

The plane train voice announcer has been on the news before I forgot her name.

[@juanescab1090]

Hi, i will travel Sf-Orlando. Which airline is better: Suncountry.com or DELTA? Thano you.

[@ThePetstv]

Delta, way better service

[@heha9752]

Juan Esteban Cabrera Ocampo Not sure when you are taking your flight. Judging by when you've commented, I've assumed it's been taken. But for future reference, take United. Way better, way nicer, and overall, way more welcoming and comfortable. But that's just my opinion, I have only ever flown United. Except for Frontier and Lufthansa once. However, I've always concluded, United is the best :).

[@ScottysAir]

Wow! Your flight is full. You couldn't get a seat. You bump it off 2 flights for ATL-PHX flight. You could struck at airports all day long.

[@samkouri8672]

What editing software do you use?

[@britneyarmyalwaysforever5341]

What model year is your Liberty?

[@ericsturniolo]

Back then, it was an '02

[@britneyarmyalwaysforever5341]

***** Ah, cool.

[@ojaaviation]

Why did u have a stop in lax instead of going from Atlanta to Phoenix?

[@ericsturniolo]

I was flying "non rev" meaning I get a seat if one is available on the plane. All flights from Atlanta to Phoenix were full, so the only way for me to get to Phoenix was to get a connecting flight

[@Jeffreykum]

How do you get from Delta B36 too the baggage and clock tower ?

[@EvandroMissagia-ge3qo]

I saw video about elevator 6:51 and the plane train 14:39 same time wow that's cool

[@NovejSpeed3]

Good on the Captain keeping you guys up to date. Unfortunately things happen, better to have the fault fully inspected rather than just assume it was indication failure. Great video! Oh and your complete circle....judging by the 717 taking off you probably had a wind shift causing all departing traffic to take off from the other end of the runway......or your pilot turned left when he should have turned right hahaha

[@ericsturniolo]

Yeah things happen. At least it didn't happen while we were in the air.

[@NovejSpeed3]

TRUTH LOL!!!

[@lsubandtrumpet2014]

+ems318 I just graduated from college last August! it's an awesome journey and it goes by fast! hey don't get into the wrong crowds and you'll earn your degree in no time !

[@lsubandtrumpet2014]

+ems318 also, awesome videos!! I just subscribed !

[@MegaGiants89]

Just Curious, what type of Camera are you using here in the video?

[@ericsturniolo]

This was all shot on my Sony DSC-TX30. Driving footage was shot on my TX10

[@MegaGiants89]

ems318 I have a new question about this camera, how were you able to get the words in the video on the camera?

[@gianni1940]

MegaGiants89 I don’t think it’s possible. They just pop up out of nowhere. If it happens to me a lot on my iPad Mini when I choose to see it and there’s really nothing I can do about it. But it does help for people who are deaf, so you can kind of get a visual of what is going on. Not just the words.