TRIPREPORT | Air New Zealand (ECONOMY) | ATR 72-600 | Queenstown - Christchurch - Wellington

[@Ch1pa2900]

Nice video, but there are security checks on all flights on aircraft above a certain passenger capacity, meaning only turboprops typically don’t have security.

[@AviatorNZ]

Aircraft with 90 seats or more are subject to security screening.

[@Bigbarbin]

I was just about to say that.

[@Bregott07]

When i flied a ATR 72 with BRA (a swedish regional airline that flies over sweden) From Bromma airport to Visby airport. I had to go through a security.

[@DeviousXP]

@@Bregott07 thats because Europe has many Muslims.

[@kav_x2562]

When I fly on an ATR 72 on a 15 minute domestic flight I have to go through security.

[@afcacbs8544]

Air New Zealand livery is so beautiful

[@terryofford4977]

I was startled to note the B & W color scheme of the aircraft, I have a foto of the first, Original AIRLINK ATR which was White with Black and AQUA colors, wonder of she's still in service? The foto was taken 20 years ago in flight!. (aka Mt Cook Airline) (Couldn't see the Rego Letters at the angle it was taken). I think NZ has the most amazing and beautiful scenery too, from top to bottom, brilliant Mountains. As a country NZ doesn't need advertising, the Scenery and space is wonderful. Well DOne.

[@Platzergraph]

I recently flew internationally with Air New Zealand from Los Angeles to London and back. Honestly, they were two of the most comfortable flights I have ever been on. Economy is incredible value especially if you get a fare sale!

[@shabbirnaqvi1344]

You flew the wrong way around the world to london?

[@Platzergraph]

Shabbir Naqvi Nope! They have a flight from Auckland to London Heathrow that stops in Los Angeles. You can book just the segment from Los Angeles to London, and thusly London to Los Angeles!

[@shabbirnaqvi1344]

@@Platzergraph wow, I didnt know that.

[@aubrey7982]

Flew the same route recently and agree. Air NZ knows how to do long-haul, which, in hindsight, makes sense given their location. Also excellent food.

[@techno8904]

As a New Zealander, I really do appreciate when I see Air New Zealand reviews, especially regional ones as they don’t really ever get shown. As for the new airports thing, it’s probably because all the airports have been renovated recently in part to cope with the tourism boom. Thanks for coming down here!

[@vinodkaka5225]

Bro if you from New Zealand then i m curious to know about how many international airports there in new Zealand please inform me as i m curious to know that

[@AvgeekCarGeek]

@@vinodkaka5225 Queenstown Dunedin Christchurch Wellington Auckland

[@vinodkaka5225]

@@AvgeekCarGeek thanks bro for informing me

[@Georgelnz]

@@AvgeekCarGeek and sometimes Palmy! :D

[@patters.]

So incredibly glad to see you review Air New Zealand! Often airlines from Australia/NZ get neglected by flight reporters as they usually focus on European, Asian or American airlines. Nice to see my country's airline reviewed too

[@Khookies-lp2lu]

Asian airlines tend to be neglected too

[@realsportacus]

@@Khookies-lp2lu some, most airlines like Singapore airlines, Thai Airways, Cathay Pacific, Korean Air, Emirates, Qatar etc. are over-reviewed. I can agree because there are some smaller airlines that are also neglected like some Central and Northern Asian airlines like Uzbekistan Airways, some Western Asians like El Al and some Airlines maybe lying close to the Asian - Australian region like Silk Airways, of course Simply Aviation has reviewed all airlines mentioned here ;) But that's exactly the thing, most of flight reviewers are looking for airlines people travel often on, so when people wanna travel on smaller airlines like Aurigny, they can't find one, so that's why Simply Aviation should get more respect and not be hidden shamefully from all the reviewers doing 1st class Etihad or Business Class Qatar. But, back to the main point, this was stupidly long and inspirational and i can undoubtedly agree with WENCH, HA!'s statement. I hope while reading this essay you have learnt how odd even airline reviews can get and how amazing people like these do to review everything :D

[@vibrancerecordings7912]

Again, Simply Aviation doesn't fail to excite. Hard work pays off.

[@mrj3124]

Amazing as usual

[@nenblom]

The ATR has got to be my favorite commuter plane. It’s got style and personality.

[@MoskitoGirl]

People who are in the ATR Club Can Do The 2006 Airport Diary Dance at Night Sounds Dance School.

[@posttowersucksbigblackcoff6419]

@@MoskitoGirl wtf

[@Starstreak_2nd]

swiss001 dont approve

[@tacotrucks2684]

Just recently discover this channel is so good better than Sam Chui and Nonstop Dan

[@irenelegovic4819]

it is indeed

[@nashb1267]

You just now release that good you see the light lol

[@idawan09]

Sam chui is different way of blogging, he used to talk rather than only show videos

[@TijmensAviation]

Best Girl NonStopDan is great too but clickbaits a little

[@caitlinstewart9723]

@@idawan09 was the reedqawaq L

[@SandeepSingh-di9zz]

Your channel is better than Sam Chui since, you show people what they give you, but he talks too much and doesn’t allow us to see the experience.

[@Fins17]

Sandeep _X it’s an opinion but I agree

[@jamesbarlow7928]

Sandeep _X and he is paid by the airlines to talk about how great they are. Can’t stand his videos now although I used to be a big fan.

[@s125ish]

Funny how there is all this hate appearing for him

[@AviationNZTG]

Sandeep _X i agree well done Sam chUI IS CRAP

[@TXnine7nine]

He’s a better photographer than he is a videographer

[@deepaknandwani5644]

Great airports, great hospitality, nice and calm travel wow! new zealand is amazing country.. love from India.

[@lukesinsigalli9045]

WAY better then Sam Chui. He always does upgraded economy or first class. We like to see all aspects and not a somewhat spoiled guy who gets pissed at the airline whenever he boards they don't say, "Hello Mr. Chui." Great job, I'm subscribed and you guys knocked it out of the park!

[@idawan09]

Different airline bloggers have different ways of reviewing it, just enjoy..

[@lukesinsigalli9045]

Nice Guy I try my best at it never seen a travel blogger who acts like that though

[@yvecheunglau3297]

Actually Sam Chui his background is Red Royalty, and his family got a lot of money that he could move from Beijing to HongKong...

[@lukesinsigalli9045]

Glenn Chambers I watch Paul’s Trip Reports, Nonstop Dan and countless others. I’ve never seen a blogger act like that and I know what is in a proper vlog because I constantly watch them. And I don’t have any incentive on creating my own channel.

[@lukesinsigalli9045]

YveCheung Lau If is background is Red Royalty, he can still do it. I just do t like how he speaks in his videos and their style.

[@SOPLANETUBE]

The landscape is mind-blowing! And those ATR cabins look really clean and modern. I love me a good turboprop!

[@brentburney2718]

I’m torn...firstly there is security on domestic jet services; secondly to the people who find it scary flying on a plane without security...how do you cope getting on a bus, or a train, or a ferry, or walking along a street?!

[@terryofford4977]

That's an easy question, Unlike Australia where travel and walking is risky PLUS, there are no Somali immigrants or gangs on the loose there.

[@paul2587]

There's always something extra special to be found in a well-constructed trip report that features one of the more remote parts of the world. :D

[@BS-fh2oh]

wow the FA are so friendly and seems like really enjoy about their job! nice vids mate :)

[@AvgeekCarGeek]

Definitely need to fly into Queenstown on an ATR now. Only done them in a Jet

[@xaviation5144]

You have got to agree with New Zealand being the most welcoming country! This video shows it all!

[@treypohe4593]

Ohh!!! New Zealand eh? I do hope you had an AWESOME time there! Loved that you travelled Air New Zealand too! Liked!

[@richardc8738]

How can you not like this video? Really nice and such amazing scenery. Yeah New Zealand

[@SkyHighGuys]

Dang you show what’s all there! Best aviation channel

[@kaitlyng5201]

I love this channel so much!!! I watch all of your videos and they are amazing!! Keep up the good work! 💕✈️✈️

[@AviationNZTG]

This Has to be one of my favourite videos of yours so realistic feels like I’m flying myself!,

[@BobMcCoy]

*Simply **-Aviation-** Better than Sam Chui*

[@JeffPortnoyFatties]

Just appreciate aviation channels instead of comparing. It'll make life easier.

[@TahaAllibhoy]

Agreed

[@binillimbu2077]

Yes

[@ethanjames4841]

There are some security checks for domestic flights in New Zealand, only aboard jet aircraft though, turboprop aircraft for regional flights do not have security screening.

[@SURFERGRL72RAKM]

New Zealand has always been on the top of my bucket list. Your video make s me wish I could leave tomorrow from Canada 🍁 Hopefully one day I will have the money and enough time off work to enjoy the beautiful landscape. As well as fly these beautiful bird's 🛫 Thank you again for your videos and their quality! 👏 📹👏

[@ashleywintle8570]

Queenstowns the nicest airport I’ve flown out of, such nice scenery and air New Zealand are great. You’re really spoilt here

[@AviatorNZ]

00:40 *there are no security checks on regional domestic flights operated by aircraft with less than 90 seats, in New Zealand. There is security screening on domestic A320 flights between Auckland, Christchurch, Dunedin, Queenstown, and Wellington.

[@MrRamyon74]

I was in that lounge a week or so ago and it was way more crowded. Took an A320 to CHC then an ATR up to WLG. Glad you like our airports...

[@zilirs1197]

Beautiful thumbnail. Again good job from the one and only.

[@zilirs1197]

BlueTyphoon 375 *no*

[@lisasforehead6043]

I like the atmosphere at the queenstown airport when in the early morning so much

[@charles-9134]

I’m early 😂😍🥰 love your vids ✈️✈️🛩

[@xMEbx]

I love your videos love them soooooo much simply aviation I am your bestest fan ever I watched about 9 videos this morning and I watched 2 this evening outstanding job!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[@adamalrikaby5713]

Literally you are the best KZbinr in my life your amazing

[@craigwillis3372]

Loved the vision of the ATR Props doing their job!! Very scenic buts that's NZ for you!!

[@TripleS24Squad]

Love your work, guys! 💖💖💖

[@KiedisHaze]

New Zealand is currently (over the last ten years until the next 20) going through a surge of airport upgrades, hence why they all look like they have just been built.

[@brian402]

Nice to see you down in our little part of the world, am from Christchurch., we're very proud of our national carrier within New Zealand & the overseas experience on Air New Zealand is great too. Awesome flight review there Felix👍🛫

[@jayzquizon4770]

15 min late but awesome work,you are an inspiration to aviation lovers worldwide keep up your awesome videos! 😀😀

[@jayzquizon4770]

I liked my own comment because no one likes mine

[@nelsonmellososobrinho1123]

Excelente vídeo. O ATR 72-600 é uma bela e segura aeronave !!!!!!

[@sarahlockwood765]

I got here 36 seconds after it uploaded, P.S I love you videos

[@will267m6]

yes there is sercurity checks for domestic flights only for the AirBus A320 and the A321

[@sirarthur6463]

Again with another great video.Thanks Simply Aviation

[@arghya4NE]

The floor mats at Queenstown gave such a cozy feeling ....:3 And the all black colours livery of air new Zealand makes me go REEEEEEEEEE Live from India ;3

[@ronaldaviation69]

Amazing Review of Air New Zealand! Detailed but yet concise presentation of your experience 👍 Personally, I definitely would like to visit New Zealand in the future! :)

[@terryofford4977]

Horizon Travels: Go Baby Go, you wont be disappointed, see the Hot Springs, Visit Rotorua and a Maori Marae,,Auckland',s Sky Tower, Queen Street and K roads East and West for interesting (and unusual shopping), Wellington with its incredible mix of architecture, a city you are able to eat in a hundred plus Years old 'House' Restaurant and the very latest in Upmarket Hotels, there's a wonderful Maori Museum there and you MUST check out the 'Earthquake' Room in that museum where a simulated earthquake will scare the pants of even the most intrepid, a Ferry trip to Christchurch is a must. There are some fine Military Museums too up North Island, under the shadow of Mt Ruapehu which is an active Volcano, you need at least a month to tour all this but worth it.Enjoy, Terry Offord. P.S. Fly Air New Zealand.

[@iandunbar-reid6018]

Your will love New Zealand. I am an Aussie but I have been there heaps of times. The people are so friendly and welcoming.

[@Fiedman]

Love the landscape too, you would swear it was just out of a movie ;).

[@futurecanadian]

I like how the Christchurch airport (at least for the prop planes) you sat in one big room for your flight (I flew Auckland to Queenstown, rental car to Christchurch with no drop off charge). Flew Christchurch to Tauranga, rental car to Auckland with no drop off charge but i did drive on one of those toll roads so I have pay that online. I really enjoyed my interactions with the Air NZ personnel. I got into AKL early from LAX and they let me on an earlier flight to Queenstown at no charge.

[@JelmersAviation]

Really stunning video man! Enjoyed this trip report! Liked!

[@ericlundvall8449]

yes there are security checks on domestic flights only on jets not turbo props

[@the_navid_alam11091]

New airline report= Great video. Enjoyed the take off from Queenstown... Cheers!

[@Tali-dw7pb]

Early! Thanks for the trip report. I like it! Great job btw

[@LukeGokcenAllKindsOfCrazyAdmin]

Finally, a good Air New Zealand review. Hehe glad you enjoyed it mate.

[@AviationBlenheim]

Awesome video mate really enjoyed 😉

[@MovieSpottingBerlin]

Neuseeland scheint ein nettes kleines Örtchen da unten zu sein. Nette Eindrücke von den ATR.

[@andersjan25]

Wenn man nach Ost-Indonesien fliegt, bekommt man auch solche Erfahrung mit ATRs. Kleine Flughafens sind mir mehr herausfordernd. Versuch mal denn von Kupang (KOE) nach Ruteng (RTG) mit ATR 42 :)

[@MovieSpottingBerlin]

Ah! Okay danke :)

[@Aussienewslover]

Is the first lounge in your video the Air NZ lounge in ZQN?

[@jurrasicpig2426]

Flying between the north and the south island of NZ is definitely a treat for human eyes.

[@siriusnature130]

Nice vid mate mate. Love those ATR's

[@lightkiid]

SimplyAviation is the best💜💜

[@ASJEAviationHQ]

Thanks for flying and reviews my national airline, I hope you enjoyed your experience. Liked!

[@eddytaylor5423]

Good job, surprised to hear about the sy screening, or lack of! Another lovely video.

[@simply_aviation]

Do you really think security checks have already prevented accidents? Regular screening is very unreliable,not only in the US but also in Germany and many other countries you can clear security check with prohibited items very easily as the staff fails to detect it ⬇️ abcnews.go.com/US/tsa-fails-tests-latest-undercover-operation-us-airports/story?id=51022188

[@steph8022]

I used to live in Queenstown. Always had spectacular but bumpy take offs and landings! But never flew the ATR, only the A320.

[@abcjelly]

as some1 from the N hemis, it’s funny to c christmas/winter decors during july down there in the S hemis 13:52-14:15 noice t hear kygo in the background 😁

[@lavricxlmao]

Great Day To Watch Your Videos!

[@coolkid2316]

this is so nostalgic!!!!! went on air NZ a320 from AKL to CHC air NZ IS SO GOOOD!!!!!!!!

[@MoskitoGirl]

The AKL Show

[@kyblack123]

Dead calm day for landing in Welly. Great vid. :-)

[@sxflyer5410]

Thank you so much for this tripreport! I’m going to fly on an AirNZ ATR next month (AKL-NPE)! So excited!!!

[@treypohe4593]

May I ask that you try out the non-stop flight from Perth to London like what Sam Chui did?

[@danielintheantipodes6741]

The airports looked great, as you said, and not overly crowded at all. I would worry though about the lack of security checks. Thank you for the video.

[@kinsley2108]

Domestic travel in NZ is super convenient and efficient. A 6 hour car journey will take around 45 minutes in one of these badboys. Service is always excellent, even in delays or breakdowns. Been travelling with AirNZ for 13 years now and haven't had a bad experience yet.

[@the.magnus]

Do u mainly use the go pro with the gimbal when walking around and boarding? I am reluctant to carry a camera around as I don’t want to feel like I am making people uncomfortable, just wanted to know what setup works for you

[@crystal8277]

Hi New Zealand 👋 Thank You So Much, ❤😘🌹God Bless You 🙏🙏🙏

[@eurovisionsongcontestSWZ]

I Love airtrips ✈ 🗺 and ofc your videos 😍

[@Jbscddnz]

On NZ Domestic Jet Services, there is security screening. That rule only applies to regional ATR flights I think.

[@jamestippett9063]

Are you going to go on Air New Zealand again? If so can you fly from Christchurch to Invercargill or Invercargill to Christchurch?

[@fieldaviation3718]

Beautiful props

[@iqbalchuvan4890]

Wow the wellington airport looks so nice

[@kylejonas3875]

I love that they’re playing Anna Kendrick in a New Zealand airport

[@TheNextFlight]

Definitely awesome! Great New Zeland landscapes.

[@adel-711]

Very nice video . I flew Azul airlines ATR 600 from Bauru - Campinas SP Brazil . Very comfortable planes . This is a very nice video . Greetings from Brazil.

[@sokhavudthisong8474]

I took 3 flights domestically in New Zealand back in September and there were security screenings on all of those flights at Auckland, Queenstown, and Wellington. This seems strange haha. Nice report!

[@BlakeEdgington]

Almost embarrassed to say that I had no idea Air New Zealand operated the ATR. Great trip report as always.

[@sangeetaalexander6717]

16K M James Road Balawa Lautoka Doctors To

[@TXnine7nine]

How do you decide what videos to post when? I ask because this video was filmed over a year ago however there have been videos posted recently that were filmed within the last 3-4 months.

[@simply_aviation]

There's no system behind it. I just post the video when I want to... :)

[@chickenfun5806]

You guys are doing awesome just wanna say that also include a cabin walk through during flight ....btw amazing stuff👍👍

[@f1fun488]

What a stunning scenery in New Zealand

[@trideepjyotibora527]

Do the seats recline on Air Newzealand' atrs?

[@Qatari2007]

How did u get in the lounge ?

[@MrJadeDoel]

You should visit the Gisborne, NZ airport. It's only a couple years old and it's simple but beautiful with contemporary Maori carving and art adorning the interior and exterior.

[@acelmoni2833]

I really enjoy all your videos.. greetings from puerto Rico 🇵🇷🇵🇷🇵🇷🇵🇷🇵🇷

[@uluanathanjuniorahfook6354]

Nice one bro, hope you enjoy your flight with AIRNZ❤️

[@awaruaspirit8527]

Kia Ora Felix. A real shame you visited in July. The dead of NZ's winter. Come back in summer and perhaps do one of Air NZ's short hauls to Tahiti or the Cook Islands. Great landing approaches to both. Anyway, safe and happy travels to you. Love your videos!

[@dmt2027]

Love your videos and their style. Will you guys be doing AirEuropa?

[@cocoananaspineapplemelone9657]

It was even on a A330

[@captainjoshq300]

Did you film this in July 2017

[@kobetucker3581]

Great video, but there are only security checks on the A320 operated by air New Zealand and Jetstar but I do know that if your travelling on the turboprob out of Christchurch, Wellington and Auckland domestic and want to access the main koru lounges then you have to pass through security. Other wise there are just the regional lounges.

[@babygotjokes9851]

4:30 Window Seat by Thomson and Wafia! I love them :D

[@thevoid2733]

I live at Chirstchurch If you go at Wellington its busy and its really windy

[@dougdeyuuy2577]

Why is there an engine sound start when ur boarding the aircraft

[@sunnysidejames604]

Nice vid always the best yt channel keep up the good work

[@1clasN]

Did anybody noticed the NASA B747SP at Christchurch? :D #justplanespotterthings

[@tobylambert500]

It’s comes down to Christchurch every year during winter to observe our beautiful southern night skies.

[@tejaslamb4717]

Yea google NASA Sofia Christchurch

[@kinsley2108]

That was one eagle eyed spot! 11:26, just and only just see her tail.

[@patbrennan6818]

Great trip report Simply Aviation 👍

[@f1fun488]

Another very interesting report. Thank's

[@kefopop8230]

I have a big ATR-72 500 homemade model,and what do you think which livery is best for it?

[@foxtrot4352]

kefo Pop 82 Give the Garuda Indonesia livery to it, the livery for Garuda is spectacular.