Pilot leaves passengers emotional as he fights back tears during final flight

A pilot who served 32 years at American Airlines has gone viral for his emotional speech as he celebrated his final flight to Chicago.
Jeff Fell was filmed taking to the plane's PA to round off his last trip, joking that the 'majority of his family' had booked tickets on it.
However, the real tear-jerker came when Fell thanked his wife, adding: "She has been the solid rock in our foundation in our lives and our marriage."
"I love you and look forward to the next chapter in our lives. And welcome aboard everybody."
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[@winstonchurchill3597]

Excellent heartfelt farewell. As for me - the only one who's gonna know it's my retirement flight is me and that's just me. Always hated being the center of attention - that being said, kudos to the guys that give the retirement speeches - nothing wrong with acknowledging your family and the love of the profession.
Enjoy your next chapter Captain Jeff Fell!

[@DVazelakis]

Cogratulations dear Pilot and all the best for a healthy and happy retirement!

[@WillF1980]

:-/ glad he didn't say I'm unfit to fly so this will be my last attempt at being a pilot...
Joking. This made me cry. That guy seems like a wonderful Kind man. 32 years of being a pilot is amazing.

[@Tomas_4444]

A stunning performance that is finished from the heart. This takes courage, to say goodbye in this way and at the same time a proof of great love not only for the craft but above all for the family. Respect and greetings.

[@LCee7]

Congratulations dear pilot!!

[@andreasmarksman2982]

God bless you for bring so many ppl back to safety!

[@TheArmchairPriest]

God bless ya Jeff! Enjoy!

[@r23.81]

Wishing him an amazing retirement! He deserves it. 👏

[@LueneburgerB678]

A little humanity in today's world. It was good to see the video. I wish Mister Fell a great retirement with his family and friends. Thanks! 🙏 Greetings from Germany

[@david.b4186]

Thankyou Sir for acknowledging Jesus onboard the flight and your last flight, God’s Blessings and many thanks for flying your pax all these years.

[@lanzhao9757]

All the Best for a happy retirement! All the Best for you and your family!

[@jasonmendez7135]

This makes me tear tear up and I haven’t started flight school

[@altynai9949]

Mr. Fell, I wish you a great retirement, all the best for you and your lovely family, God bless you all. Many happy and healthy years together ❤ 🧑🏼‍✈️ 👋🏼🍀🌹.

[@Raggvu]

This would be terrifying if he was 32

[@sunil000071]

happy retirement, all the best.

[@oleolsonn100]

Für einen Flugkabidän oi ungewöhnliche Durchsag, abr mordsmäßich symbathisch ond emozional vo ihm. Ihm älles gudde.

[@joebehappy7935]

Congratulations❗️Great 👍🏻 ❤ 🙏🏻❗️All the blessings from Croatia 😍

[@hollisterqt77]

Making me cry

[@CheadleFamily]

Nice. Enjoy yourself.

[@TheGymnast71]

me crying.

[@Olivia-yn6qz]

😭😭😭❤❤❤

[@CheadleFamily]

It should be 15 years to retire. Airport is very stressful. Hope Airlines starts changing policies.

[@ftlbs928]

Congrats!----32 years! I wonder if he ever disclosed to passengers that Earth is as it's described in the Bible, Book of Enoch, and NASA publication 1207, "Summary", "Introduction", and "Conclusions" sections.

[@SniffITjoe]

God bless!!