Flying WestJet's TRANSATLANTIC Business Class! 787-9 Dublin to Calgary

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  • @VicariousVoyager
    @VicariousVoyager 4 ปีที่แล้ว +49

    Amazingly shot and narrated video Alex! I'm booked on their inaugural YVR - LGW at the end of April in business, but I don't think that's happening anymore. Great to see your take on it though, and sharing the sentiment of remaining optimistic!

  • @2Stonefly
    @2Stonefly 4 ปีที่แล้ว +14

    Starting at 2:54 GREAT views of the 787 nose an engine! Nice work. That thing is a piece of modern art.

    • @rscott2247
      @rscott2247 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I agree, I think its a beautifly designed aircraft !

  • @justhuit
    @justhuit 4 ปีที่แล้ว +39

    Great review! Westjet has really improved their service and expansion in the past few years. Let's hope the airline survives the slumping sales from the pandemic.

    • @jerrypotamkin8447
      @jerrypotamkin8447 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      But yet they have lost the "innocence" and fun spirit they used to have . I assume that is from the unionization of the employees, which will be the end of Westjet sooner than later. They think they now work for cupe and unifor not the customer. I there a more useless and disgusting group of people than those who run cupe?

  • @JayJayAviation
    @JayJayAviation 4 ปีที่แล้ว +57

    6:53 you got to see Ryanair’s Boeing house livery before it retired!

    • @nwaviation9457
      @nwaviation9457 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      It’s still operating. However in the next year or so it will be going.

    • @colinparis3033
      @colinparis3033 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      lol

    • @TheFredlove1
      @TheFredlove1 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Merci Alex!!!!!!things will get better! Hello from YUL :)

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  • @gem6937
    @gem6937 4 ปีที่แล้ว +12

    6:37 A butter Ryanair landing? Would never guess that would ever happen.

  • @robm3074
    @robm3074 4 ปีที่แล้ว +25

    Alex.. As always your video are great and this one is no exception. However for me personally the greatest part of the video was immediate departure from Dublin seeing that green countryside. Absolutely gorgeous. Thank you for showing.

  • @davidberryman9688
    @davidberryman9688 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Wow, a free upgrade to Business, good for you dude. That was a very entertaining vid, thanks for pointing out the features of this airline's business class. It is a definitely a smart choice to make for those long haul flights. One point I wish to make is that keep posting the vids if you have more. Yes the times are tough but looking at these provides some comfort (for me anyways) and gives us something to look forward to when all this hullaballoo will be over. You are providing a great service so if you have more material I'll be viewing it. Thanks for your efforts.

  • @allworldjourneys
    @allworldjourneys 4 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    At last, an aviation vlogger who doesn’t fast forward the best bit of the flight - take off! A lot better than the prolonged toilet tours that other bloggers seem to show! Nice vid

  • @jayit6851
    @jayit6851 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I'm actually glad you decided to upload this now. It's a very dark period for the industry and it's comforting to see a bit of normalcy, even if it's a recording from the past!

  • @valrabellkeys9867
    @valrabellkeys9867 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Thank you for deciding to upload this. It helps to keep the spirit up for those stuck at home.

  • @jcbaily5559
    @jcbaily5559 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I really enjoy the way you present your vlogs and I do enjoy the music you play at the end. Even though the food looked good, there didn't seem to be enough for Business Class as compared with other airlines! I would certainly give it a try though! Thanks for your hard work in showing us your traveling experiences!

  • @PortlandAviation
    @PortlandAviation 4 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Looks like this was a truly fantastic flight! The views were honestly the best part of it from my point of view.

  • @daverothwell4579
    @daverothwell4579 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Great video Alex. Thanks so much for a positive video amidst the current events and a reminder that things WILL get better and we can get back to travel. Stay well!!

  • @ziggyfressoz4434
    @ziggyfressoz4434 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    I waited this video for sooo long! Thanks for uploading

  • @ThePowerofJames
    @ThePowerofJames 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Really positive message at the 2 minute mark Alex, nice job pal! Hope whatever industry you work in your normal life is not too effected right now!

  • @protocolofficer2629
    @protocolofficer2629 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Hey Alex. In keeping with the high, all inclusive, standards you began with, I always smile when I see one of your reports forthcoming for good reason. You show and explain all one needs to know of a flight with clarity and real Canuck appreciation. I commend you for this adding that I find you to be Canada’s premier flight reviewer!💥. Thank you very much for this detailed review. Cheers, Colin.

  • @_w_w_
    @_w_w_ 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    What a fantastic review! Everything is very much fact-based and accompanied by good video illustrations. I gotta say, boarding via the mid doors really got you so close to those beautiful engine views!

  • @joe36451
    @joe36451 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Really appreciate your honesty. Thanks for the upload

  • @Velocity8842
    @Velocity8842 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    6:27 can we take a minute to applaud that 757s attempt at space shuttle status?

  • @one42chrisp
    @one42chrisp 4 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    I’ve boarded a few wide body aircraft that way, but not for many years, we’re talking 747-200s and L1011s here, but it was always in a tropical location, like Tahiti or Barbados.

  • @Bluem00n7
    @Bluem00n7 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Great video and wow the crew are amazing

  • @mastertech7104
    @mastertech7104 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thanks for showing. With the way things are right now, it offers a glimmer of what lays ahead in the future, Stay safe Alex.

  • @marceldavidmitchell
    @marceldavidmitchell 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Some great shots and editing in this vid. Keep up the great work!

  • @CC80
    @CC80 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thanks for uploading! We need this!

  • @johnsymons76
    @johnsymons76 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    I have seen and heard only good reviews about WestJet. Their international Business Class looks quite comfortable. Many passengers have pointed out that one of the greatest assets of WestJet is their friendly and attentive crews. This is an obvious advantage when comparing their onboard service to Air Canada. All airline and tourism employees are in my thoughts at this time. Hopefully, the current situation will be over within a brief time and all of us can get back to business as normal. Thanks for a great review. Take care and stay safe.♥️🙏🏽🛫🌎

  • @stanleovart
    @stanleovart 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Alex you are doing all right and in time. Do not think it is not proper time. You do - we appreciate! :)))

  • @carlhaluss
    @carlhaluss 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thank you! Video is a smashing success. As, it appears, is WestJet's Business Class experience. I have seen reviews on their economy class international service as well. Looks to me as though they have their major competitor beat! Would love to go back to Ireland one day, and a simple connection from Vancouver through Calgary would be excellent. Cheers, Carl

  • @Savannah-c5x
    @Savannah-c5x 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thank you Alex for a very formative video, with stunning views throughout its entirety.

  • @jonnyka9319
    @jonnyka9319 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Wonderful report and very interesting flight route. Hopefully I can fly this route soon as well, after this difficult time. Stay safe Alex!

  • @jenniferdobranski2914
    @jenniferdobranski2914 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    ur channle is amazing i know alot about airline and airplane when i become a pilot u wil be on first class

  • @Cory_Bates1989
    @Cory_Bates1989 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thanx for uploading this video Alex

  • @ianoreilly8468
    @ianoreilly8468 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Hope you enjoyed our wonderful, small country, even if it was just a short transit! Great video, I love the view of the North Dublin Farmlands as the plane takes off on 28.

  • @gerardacronin3095
    @gerardacronin3095 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thanks for another well produced video. I’ve got that exact trip booked for August. Keeping my fingers crossed that the pandemic will have died down by then, though I am not confident! I’m hoping that both WestJet and Air Canada have enough capital to survive this.

  • @doubleAashley
    @doubleAashley 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Great video Alex!!

  • @JayJayAviation
    @JayJayAviation 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    A widebody boarding via stairs is pretty epic! Nice review!

  • @steveg790
    @steveg790 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Alex, I'm watching this now and you were right. Things got better.

  • @danielcopot2271
    @danielcopot2271 4 ปีที่แล้ว +24

    Hey Alex I'm from Calgary, would you recommend Westjet to fly nonstop to Europe, Thank you, Liked

    • @AlexPraglowskiAviation
      @AlexPraglowskiAviation  4 ปีที่แล้ว +10

      Yes, in any class, it's a solid experience!

    • @thethe4907
      @thethe4907 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Good luck doing that within the next few months 😐

    • @gerardacronin3095
      @gerardacronin3095 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      I have flown WestJet from Calgary to LGW on the 767 in economy and the 787 in premium economy, and would definitely recommend it. Premium economy, of course, was nicer! Looking forward to several business class flights later this year, viruses permitting! One thing to watch for is that when I booked my August 2020 flight to Dublin, the Dreamliner was scheduled for two or three days a week, with the 737 Max still scheduled for the other days. I personally will be avoiding the Max (if it ever gets off the ground again).

    • @danielcopot2271
      @danielcopot2271 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@AlexPraglowskiAviation Thank you, I might consider it.

    • @EKFRCG
      @EKFRCG 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Daniel Copot, i have friends who took Wesjet from Paris to Calgary last year and they liked it. I plan to visit Alberta next year and i seriously consider Westjet.

  • @vicesmadonna8151
    @vicesmadonna8151 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    that food in the lounge, wow!!

  • @MileHigh_Aviation
    @MileHigh_Aviation 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Wow! Sweet video

  • @airwipe1639
    @airwipe1639 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I fly in simulators so much, seeing simple grass fields, with 3D tree linings across Ireland looks way to good in my eyes.

  • @brianaviation3072
    @brianaviation3072 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    great job love west jet hope they keep growing

  • @linesided
    @linesided 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Now THAT's how you do a flight review! Great footage, and nice simple clear shots to let us know what it's all about.

  • @M_O1997
    @M_O1997 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Took the same flight back in June of 2019, for some reason there wasn't a menu available for the flight, regardless it was a great experience!
    Great work! Really enjoyed..
    Greetings from Ireland

  • @truckerallister9080
    @truckerallister9080 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Nice video, man those jet engines aren't so loud like the usual older jets, one of my favourite planes, dream liner.

  • @hlim431
    @hlim431 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Djien Dobry Alex, if I fly Westjet it will be because of this no nonsense review... many thanks and well done

  • @editedbypixel
    @editedbypixel 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    So I just watched the video again and I just found out, that at 6:57 you can see a Boeing 737 holding short of the runway with a Ryanair logo on the tail and a Boeing livery? :D The heck :D Is there a boeing factory in Dublin or something or they just flew overseas to refuel and continue to wherever Ryanair wanted the plane?

  • @CJetsPlanespotting
    @CJetsPlanespotting 4 ปีที่แล้ว +33

    Nice one! It’s a shame you won’t be able to fly long haul on WestJet for a bit, at least until this pandemic is over.

  • @choppa2110
    @choppa2110 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    the quietness of the engines are remarkable.

  • @pontiacperformance1993
    @pontiacperformance1993 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    That service looks beautiful

  • @dougcook3245
    @dougcook3245 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Great videography.

  • @eyetrapper
    @eyetrapper 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    great trip report bro!

  • @citibear57
    @citibear57 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Hi Alex, first-time viewer of your channel. As soon as I finished watching this one I clicked on
    'Subscribe'. Very well done video. Hello from a neighbour to the east of you, in Regina SK 😊

  • @downwindaviation8458
    @downwindaviation8458 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Wow! Great video... I would kill to board a Dreamliner that way. Spectacular views.

  • @Solarwas
    @Solarwas 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    at 6:40 ryan air did a butter thats illegal?

  • @johncassels3475
    @johncassels3475 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Nice upbeat break from COVID-19 - thanks very much!

  • @tchapman1977
    @tchapman1977 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Dude! I'm going to have to fly on the same flights as you from now on. First the pillow-soft landing on the A310 video & now this one...you lucked out with some really great flight crews!

  • @nenblom
    @nenblom 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    That plane is gorgeous!!

  • @eltoncarvalho7344
    @eltoncarvalho7344 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Excellent flight report!!!

  • @Shr00b
    @Shr00b 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Love the videos man! Hopefully COVID-19 passes soon and you can get back up in the sky!

  • @jaspercottrell1140
    @jaspercottrell1140 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Thank you Alex enjoyed the video brings some light to a dark situation. Still surprised about westjets decision but glad they did it. I have to fly back to Canada in a few days I hope things go well.

  • @dmairplane
    @dmairplane 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Banger of a report my guy!!

  • @shockw4ve402
    @shockw4ve402 4 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    5:16 Is that the plane with the smoothest landings?

    • @airwipe1639
      @airwipe1639 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      ShOcKw4vE 6:39 nah but that was

    • @colinparis3033
      @colinparis3033 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@airwipe1639 butter lmao

    • @cancelanime1507
      @cancelanime1507 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      ShOcKw4vE It’s Ryanair m8

    • @AUmarcus
      @AUmarcus 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Wham, bam thank you mam.

  • @yulaviation3868
    @yulaviation3868 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Hey Alex
    I love your good quality videos
    Greetings from Montreal

  • @thepolishprince8241
    @thepolishprince8241 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Keep it up! Enjoy watching your videos

  • @merc340sr
    @merc340sr 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Super quiet engine!

  • @cyriluebbing22
    @cyriluebbing22 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Nice

  • @imperiumcommentingnetwork4677
    @imperiumcommentingnetwork4677 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    I had the pleasure of flying the inaugural flight of a 787 from LGW to YYC in April of 2019. Flew economy, but as far as economy goes, pretty decent. Also was WestJet.

  • @larou14
    @larou14 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Bravo West Jet, un service impeccable ! Merci Alex pour tes excellentes vidéos ! ;

  • @samdogsam11
    @samdogsam11 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    another great video. keep up the great work

  • @marsgal42
    @marsgal42 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Nice plane. Nice flight. Thanks for sharing. My longest WestJet flight (so far) was Vancouver to Regina.
    My next flight to Calgary is likely to be my own plane to Springbank. Though if things go on long enough YYC may rethink their pricey landing fees. :-)

  • @flemmingnielsen5989
    @flemmingnielsen5989 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Great video flu on the dream liner from Calgary to London and Dublin to Calgary in 2019 great experience, it is nice to only have 1 hour flight to Calgary from Saskatchewan

  • @wilburfinnigan2142
    @wilburfinnigan2142 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Westjet was smart and ordered the 787-9 with the GE Genx 1B engines !!! NOT the trouble plagued RR Trents !!! !

  • @ryankenyon5010
    @ryankenyon5010 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Great video! Thanks for the welcome distraction.

  • @joeysheremeta4771
    @joeysheremeta4771 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    This was a great video! I really enjoyed your positive attitude all the way through. I would have asked for another bowl of poutine!

  • @AvionJordan
    @AvionJordan 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Magic

  • @theglobalpeasant
    @theglobalpeasant 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Looks like a great business class, I enjoyed their personal touches. Though, I'm surprised there's no toothbrush in the kit esp. w/ serving popcorn.

  • @kilian76
    @kilian76 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Wonderful!

  • @robinswiftton5802
    @robinswiftton5802 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thanks Alex Great Review

  • @jet4926
    @jet4926 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Hello, I'm impressed. I did not know that West Jet did international flts. Things really looks good from what l have seen. Tnx for the vid, Jet...

  • @nafeekarim2780
    @nafeekarim2780 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    I look forward on this 787 dreamliner on westjet 🤗✈🇨🇦

  • @francoking3641
    @francoking3641 ปีที่แล้ว

    Great review, Alex. I'm just curious as to how one missing signature turned into a 2-hour delayed departure.

  • @elizabethcprins
    @elizabethcprins ปีที่แล้ว

    8:39 the passenger is watching Lord of the Rings 😂

  • @nan2yvr804
    @nan2yvr804 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Great video Alex! It’s a very difficult time for our airline.

  • @american101
    @american101 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Nice Report Alex! Did you notice the RyanAir Boeing Livery During The Takeoff?

  • @nafeekarim2780
    @nafeekarim2780 ปีที่แล้ว

    Favorite airline in Canada 🇨🇦

  • @garciatunion
    @garciatunion 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I miss that airport, Ive lived a year in Dublin, Ive done lots of flights with Ryanair

    • @martintheiss4038
      @martintheiss4038 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Ryan air has a cool lead pilot you can learn a lot from here.

  • @darryldarwent3676
    @darryldarwent3676 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Regarding the ramp loading, how do they accommodate disabled persons? Is there a lift?

    • @darryldarwent3676
      @darryldarwent3676 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@animeee82 So how do disabled people get on/off planes?

  • @martintheiss4038
    @martintheiss4038 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    I was thinking of a las Vegas to Winnipeg flight when this is over. How is Westjet on that route.

  • @jp_shot5702
    @jp_shot5702 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Can’t wait for WestJet to start ops with the 787 in Vancouver. I feel like there is too much Air Canada 787s out here. I need a change pls.

  • @gerryvanwoerkom7241
    @gerryvanwoerkom7241 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    way to go West Jet

  • @amtrakharry
    @amtrakharry 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    That was fabulous Alex!
    What camera were you using ? The picture quality was amazing !!!
    Just wondering how long was the flight not including the delay?
    For me it would come down to who has the best deal at the time in Premium Economy with WestJet /Air Canada/ British Airways and Air Transat before Air Canada swallows them up!!! :(:(:( Price is the big factor for me sadly...:(:(:(
    Thanks for sharing Alex !!!:):):)

  • @mariachrzski18
    @mariachrzski18 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I wish sunwing would give delay updates as fast as that!

  • @Chavez787
    @Chavez787 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Great review 👍🏼

  • @charlierowe5444
    @charlierowe5444 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Hi alex thank I love these vids I live in Calgary
    I always youse WestJet

  • @stanleovart
    @stanleovart 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Alex, do you add data and all your flights into Myflightradar ? It would be interesting to see :))

  • @cdsmrailaviation1099
    @cdsmrailaviation1099 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thanks so much for keeping things positive Alex! I'm stuck in Calgary right now because flights to London are being cancelled and I've been exposed to the virus so obviously can't travel before the flights are cancelled from Monday, but no doubt things will get better and I'm in good company right now for being stuck in Canada, will just be glad to see the back of this virus and see the aviation industry get back to normal

  • @rulinghabs
    @rulinghabs 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Seems like the Dreamliner only flies into Calgary and Toronto?

  • @781rcac
    @781rcac 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    One day ill see my house out of a plane on youtube, this video was perfect except my house is east of the airport

  • @sweethindi
    @sweethindi 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Did you say this was in january!!

  • @BarrySG
    @BarrySG 9 หลายเดือนก่อน

    I know this is an old video but you were flying out of the Ryanair pier at Dublin airport (Atleast that’s what I call it cause ive only seen Ryanair fly out of it), hence the lack of jet bridges