Flying to RUSSIA on a STOLEN AIRPLANE & INTERROGATED at the Border!
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This is a comprehensive Flight Review of Aeroflot.
Class: Economy
Route: Atyrau (GUW) to Moscow (SVO)
Plane: Airbus A320-200
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I certainly would love to, josh thanks a million sir, please when are you coming back to Nigeria?
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Never.
I would absolutely go to Russia! But I wouldn’t go to a lot of other European countries…or to Ukraine, which had a reputation - or has? - a reputation as the most corrupt country in Europe.
yes
And why would that be Steven? @@stevehyland8345
This type of journalism is exactly why this channel shines through the morass of aviation-tubers.
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I see! You're that kind of crazy wacko! Congratulations incel!
It’s interesting that you have received so many questions at the border. As a Dutch person i’ve been to Russia 5 times in the last year and a half and I never even received a single question even though we are seen as an unfriendly nation by Russia. They only made a joke once and asked if I had weed on me😅.
maybe he just wants to avoid critics as most of his audience is infected by the western ant-russian propaganda, so he must to invent "troubles" just to please them.
People with a lot of recently visited countries might be considered more suspicious
its just because rusian FSB before fly there knew everything what they need to know dont be so dumb
right now they got elections and security alert was raised ,considering terrorist atempts inside russia....they cheking everything
That's what The Netherlands is famous for 😅🤣
I would like to thank you very much for your report Josh. I am from Germany and lived in Moscow for 4 years because of work. I met many wonderful people and I also miss Aeroflot. Let's hope for the best❤
I can’t wait until Aeroflot comes back to EU countries
@benmm01 prepare yourself for a long wait...
@@seandoherty925
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@@alyonapetrova694 well maybe Budapest within the next decade...
@@seandoherty925 If Trump becomes the US president again (which is very likely) the war will be over by 2025, so not that long actually:)
As a russian, I can say that the music from Swan Lake in the background is extremely fun if you know what is it associated with in Russia.
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I was wondering - can't just be a coincidence - right?
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I’m British, I recently travelled to Russia to visit my girlfriends parents. We flew into St Petersburg and was held at the border for approximately 2.5 hours. The FSB staff who dealt with me were extremely professional, it was scary at first but they really only care you have the correct visa. What a fantastic country once I was inside, I am really looking forward to going back 👍🏻
Also every foreigner gets held at the border, not just you.
How was it? I love Saint Petersburg
@@borissh9932cold but an amazing city, much more beautiful than Paris but with a vibe similar to Amsterdam.
@@jackhenderson9798 it’s considered a cultural capital of Russia, I guess you have visited the Hermitage museum too. The women are super beautiful!
@@borissh9932 yes I visited the Hermitage, it was stunning.
I enjoyed this episode as I’ve always wanted to go to Russia but …….. I also want to say that it really enhances your vlog and our ‘experience’ when you include some scenes from the city/country you’re visiting - like you did here in Moscow. I’ve watched almost all of your videos and that element of showcasing the place you’re ‘landing’ in takes it to the next level. I’ve seen your old IG photos of your travels ( Afghanistan) and loved them as a travel enthusiast myself. Keep safe and well.
Just visit Russia without any but
Consistently the most straight-up aviation TH-camr we’ve got. Loved this content Josh
that's amazing at 15:57 that you went back through security just in order to be able to get back to the taxi guy airside and complain! out of this world dedication! 👏
It is not real security check and you don't come to air side. It is like in several other countries, there is a pre security check before you can enter the airport building and come to the arrival area or the check in. Same is in Turkey for example. The real security control to come to air side is later.
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This can't be true he didn't have a flight to go through security?! He probably means he went back to the terminal
I love Russia.
"thats is still more than you get on an 2,5 hour Lufthansa flight" says it all !!!
Made my day 😂
Lufthansa seating on a 747 FRA-DEL is VERY very narrow and dense!
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Hi Josh, I had the pleasure to work in and out of Moscow and St Petersburg for 20 years. I saw the good and bad of the country within this time. The architecture, museums and as you said the Metro is stunning in Moscow as well as St Petersburg. The people I worked with were amazing, but sadly we lost the office over what has happened.
You are right, Moscow is a bucket list city, in Winter as well as summer.
If I remember, the Raddison where you stayed is part of Stalin Sisters, which are 7 near identical buildings around the city. I used to stay in the Hilton Leningradskaya which was also one of the sisters. The hotel was just amazing, we stayed there a lot and even received an invitation to the staff party which is something that I will never forget.
We always flew BMI (back in the time) and then British Airways in and out of DME and then the Sapsan train up to St Pete's. The BA crew were not allowed off the aircraft, so it was one of the longest working days for them within the BA fleet.
It was always interesting going in and out of immigration, even with a full working visa sanctioned by them...!
Happy Travels , your vlog brought back a lot of fond memories.
Strange, I've never had an issue going through immigration in Russia (even in recent years - as recent as two months ago). It's pretty normal actually. Exactly like most other countries with the exception of the United States.
Depends who you worked for.....@@dennisrettke
@@andywhite6713 what's that supposed to mean? I am Australian and arrived on a tourist visa. Lol. If you are talking about the US immigration experience, then if you're American you would not know. They hassle each and every foreigner regardless of where they are from or for what purpose they arrive. Once I became a permanent resident I could go through the "citizens and residents" lane. That experience was much different - a friendly "welcome home".
@@dennisrettke in the US they only asked me questions like why I'm going to the US, how come I've got a friend there and that was it. It took 2 minutes. I had imagined it would be a lot worse.
@@flopunkt3665 then you were lucky. It does depend on the border officer because I did have one experience like that. But 90% of the time, it's an aggressive interrogation.
I've been to Russia four times since the war started, as a citizen of an 'unfriendly country', and in my experience I haven't ever been pulled aside for questioning (or see it happen to anyone else).
Did you also visit it before this started?
@@mineairoHD Yeah I did, back in 2019, there was also no problem getting in
Same here. But I have seen it happen to a lot of people at the Moscow and Saint Petersburg airports.
Same experience here. I was held up for maybe 45 mins or so, but was never brought into a room for questioning. Just seemed like a precautionary measure to put a second set of eyes on my passport, but they were very nice and the rest of the trip was hassle-free.
Great video Josh! Really enjoyed it! You were very brave to decide to go but thanks for creating this interesting video. Looking forward to all future videos. Your channel is an inspiration to me! J
I think Josh has had a bit of influence on Sam Chui; in his latest video, Sam is actually being critical of Air India's product, sounding honestly just like Josh! Well done 🤗👏👏👏
More like even Sam Chui can’t gush over Air India
Air India obviously didn't pay him enough
@@jackotgould Don't give the Russian government any ideas.
I watched a Sam Chui video once some years ago and never bothered since; too fake and it was so bloody obvious. He's a paid influencer thats all, and as boring as bat sh!t.
@@jackotgouldhe would praise Ryanair if he gets paid enough
What an amazing trip. To go there during war is adventurous! What a truly amazing and beautiful place to be. The subway stations are incredible with their chandeliers and paintings. The snow looks gorgeous!
To be honest its really business as usual.
There is no war in Russia, military operations on the territory of Ukraine. It is absolutely safe in Russia, come visit
@@max-dx8jt that comment didn't age well.
@@flopunkt3665 Turn off your TV, I'm Russian and I speak the way I am: it's absolutely calm in Russia
@@max-dx8jt Russia is a big place. I was referring to Belgorod and Crimea.
i lived in Moscow from 2009 to 2014 doing my uni and i can tell you, the city is so beautiful and unique that i never ever stopped exploring it and always being amazed, i hope all this ends soon and i can go visit again. Great vid Josh
love the sober approach with the music and mood etc. well done! and your stance on the war!
Iconic hotels ! Bucket list of iconic hotels for travellers: Raffles at Singapore, Oriental at Bangkok. Manilla in… Manilla. Waldorf Historia in NY, Dorchester in London, Adlon in Berlin. Moskva in Belgrade. The Nelson in Cape Town. I love them all.
Taj Mahal Palace in Mumbai, The Dolder Grand in Zurich to add to your list.
@@kirkleiber1412Grand Haytt Dubai
It’s the Waldorf Astoria.
@@pacmanc8103think it is that bloody automatic text - sorry.
Super high quality! As a fellow German, war and conflict is so horrible!
@Newton432-ip5kv🤮
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In Russia, the planes are not "stolen". You misunderstood the situation. The plane was leased, but the leasing company illegally, contrary to all agreements, wanted to steal these planes from Russian airlines. Naturally, Russian airlines did not obey this illegal action. These aircraft legally changed their registration. There is no "fake" registration in Russia. In Russia, registration is original and real.
Facts!
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There is no security or hope with out Jesus Christ in this world come and repent of all sins today
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Come to Jesus Christ today
Jesus Christ is only way to heaven
Repent and follow him today seek his heart Jesus Christ can fill the emptiness he can fill the void
Heaven and hell is real cone to the loving savior today
Today is the day of salvation tomorrow might be to late come to the loving savior today
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For the wages of sin is death; but the gift of God is eternal life through Jesus Christ our Lord.
John 3:16-21
16 For God so loved the world, that he gave his only begotten Son, that whosoever believeth in him should not perish, but have everlasting life. 17 For God sent not his Son into the world to condemn the world; but that the world through him might be saved. 18 He that believeth on him is not condemned: but he that believeth not is condemned already, because he hath not believed in the name of the only begotten Son of God. 19 And this is the condemnation, that light is come into the world, and men loved darkness rather than light, because their deeds were evil. 20 For every one that doeth evil hateth the light, neither cometh to the light, lest his deeds should be reproved. 21 But he that doeth truth cometh to the light, that his deeds may be made manifest, that they are wrought in God.
Mark 1.15
15 And saying, The time is fulfilled, and the kingdom of God is at hand: repent ye, and believe the gospel.
2 Peter 3:9
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@@etienne1348 Russia has bought 165 planes out of nearly 400 leased at this moment
And leasing companies could bring their pilots from Europe and take planes back, but Russian airspace is closed for European airlines, the same way as European airspace is closed for Russian airlines.
@@etienne1348 Russia is trying to regulate the illegal actions of Western partners within the framework of the law.
So interesting. It looks so lovely, id love to go one day. Your excitement and enthusiasm at entering the Hotel you'd longed to go to really came through to your audience Josh. Wonderful
@Newton432-ip5kvnope
What a great topic Josh !
It really helps so many people to understand the global aviation industry and become informed consumers.
Lots of love as always mate !😊
I have always wanted to know how Aeroflot was able to keep their airplanes flying amidst the sanctions. Thanks for sharing some insight to this. Moscow is indeed a gem.
It is not "stolen" but with this whole clown fiesta with "sanctions" we cant return it back without breaking "sanctions" hahaha
As well as other countries cant take it either without breaking sanctions
Before writing such a loud headline, you need to google the information. Aeroflot purchased most of the aircraft from leasing companies. All aircraft flying outside Russia are the property of Aeroflot
He was going for standard "Click Bait" and then misinforming people with a hint of propaganda
I just returned home to California from Moscow a few days ago, around the same time this video was made. It was my fourth visit since February 2022 and my experiences were similar on the Aeroflot flight I flew between Moscow and Samarkand, Uzbekistan. Last week, upon exiting the country, I was taken back for a 30 minute "interview" at passport control. Completely understandable given the terrorist bombings that have occurred in Russia and the lethal aid being supplied by the West. It's worth noting that, unlike the EU and US, which harass Russian visitors extensively even before the invasion, and now make visa issuance to them or entry all but impossible in many cases, Russia has kept its doors wide open to Western visitors. In four visits and more than six months of aggregate time there in the last two years I've not had a single negative experience. Such incidents at passport control and others mentioned are small inconveniences compared to the wonderful experiences that await. Nice video Josh!
You mean that the state that is at war is exchanging fire with country they're at war with? Wow, who would expect that, maybe if russia didn't start this war.
Also, explain harassment, what kind of, in what way. Russia right now is terrorist country, increased and more frequent searches of their citizens are obvious. Not to mention the fact that even before the war, russians were the main ethnicity caught smuggling tobacco, drugs, and were involved in all matter of illegal trade, to name a few. So I don't see anything surprising in the increased searches at border crossings and airports.
Let's also add disrupting GPS communications over european countries, spreading disinformation, attacking civilians in european countries, especially refugees from Ukraine, without reason (like the case from last year, 2 adult russians beating up to death a 12yo boy, because he was speaking in Ukrainian).
If your (not your your, I'm talking vabout russians) citizens abroad and your government behave like a bunch of drunk gopniks, don't be surprised if they are treated like a bunch of drunk gopniks.
They kidnap Westerners and hold them for ransom.
love how you expand your channel from pure aviation to an aviation focused travel blog and show the country too!
Amazing....glad you finally made it. What a stunning hotel lobby....looks cold
Excellent video! Visited St Petersburg and Moscow in 2000. Such a memorable trip. One thing I thought was odd when flying from St Pete to Moscow, the plane descended nose down. It was a little scary .
Looking forward to seeing the rest of your trip.
Last time I visited Moscow was during world war 2. It seems to have changed a lot
Had the most fun watching this episode; incredible reporting skills, and the scenery was stunning...felt like I was there...safe travels and thank you!
I considered me as a friend of russia - had many friends there and visited 12 times since 2001. Saw many beautufull places and shared meals with many good russians. The things happening in Ukraine changed all that, and no matter how much I see what I miss I wont go back until things have totally changed there. But I feel the loss, because Russia and most of the russian people are beautifull . The hospitality especially is number one, bring a bottle of vodka and you are allowed into peoples home if you the right attitude. I hope to come back again one day before I die.
Super video J. Like the way you vlog. You are living my life literally everyday. Super proud of you.
Thanks for this video. I think many people are interested in Russian aviation, but also interested how Russia is right now. Great music and a lovely host. Thanks again ❤
Looks like the Aeroflot A320 has the SHARP kit, the Short Airfield Package. It allows the takeoff and landings on very short runways.
Such a clear video Josh, Full HD, impressed. You tell the story so, so well, and that's what it's all about.
Keep safe and cheers to you.
Great video Josh! Love all you do to show you viewers all about your travels.
"Hey Josh" I watch your channel more than the news because I get more out of it 😊
Amazing video, Josh! Thanks for your hard work and dedication.
Josh , an amazing video , I couldn’t look away , you have got some guts to visit Russia at the moment , i have watched your videos for about 18 months now about the flights you make. I have just watched and liked , this one is a little different , much respect to you and I can’t wait to see what happens on part 2
Guts? It's business as usual here in Russia. Something tells me that you are high on western propaganda.
Hi! Man, it was so nice to play Tchaikovsky track on the vid background! You would'n believe how many good folks here in Russia are looking forward to hear this beautiful tune over all national media one day! Keep doing!
I know what you mean. I am originally from Russia and listened quite few back in a days. Hopefully it will come soon.
лучше бы вы ждали, когда по всем медиа будут показывать трибунал по путинским военным преступникам, но нет, всё как всегда 🙊🙉🙈
@@AnNa-xb3wk Иди сало ешь, ждун!🤣
0:13 the Russian map is not adjused. Belarus is not Russia too. Also Turkey. Its probably an airline or timezone map or similar.
it is a timezone map indeed
@@yar1k209But when did the ukrainian parliament decide that crimea switches the time zone? It never did. Which basically means that yes, this airline regards this as russian territory (which is incorrect). Thats like displaying Washington as part of north korean timezone, because rocket man has decided it is. I mean they didnt display the timezones purely by the location, but by the legal status. and decided to use the russian legal status, which only matters if they accept it as russian territory
@@godmode8687(it is correct)
@@godmode8687 not only crimea, but also half of Kherson and Zaporizhzhia regions, and most (maybe all?) of Donetsk and Luhansk.
@@godmode8687when did Crimeans decide they want to be part of Ukraine? They tried to break away in the 90s.
LOL Josh the spy sat in the seat across the aisle (10.19) is the same guy watching you on the bus (3.55) and who wasn't sure if he needed a pee at (6.10 - 6.20)!!
wow, i online saw him in the plane during the Video. I got to watch it again. Yeah that guy was misterious!
... and the spy boy as a mouse dressed in an elevator
10:19,3:55 and 6:10-6:20
Those are literally 3 different persons. The first one 3:55 is more Asian looking, 6:10-6:20 is younger than the man on the isle. Cmon guys, look closely.
That's him again in the lift at 28:33
Great stuff Josh! Was really looking forward to this video
Thank you for coming to Moscow, Josh! It is so rare now (that’s why it is valueable) to see our city throw the eyes of a western foreigner! Thank you for being unbiased! Hopefully, there’re not going to be any issues at the rest of you Russian trip. Looking forward seeing its Kaliningrad’ part.
@JoshCahil You are wrong. Every Aeroflot aircraft that flies outside Russia has been officially bought back from the lessor and is not dual-registered. That's why these planes cannot be considered stolen.
show us the bill with payment...its bullshit...russia cant pay anything...bankropt in 2022 ....simple ask ...why aeroflot dont use these planes to fly to Turkey , India , Indonesia etc ? cousa will be landed...bully
Russia has'nt paid lease bills .....It's called theft in any country but Putinstan!
Your video invoked good memories of Russia and Aeroflot for me. I work for an international company and we had customers in Russia. I also went to Moscow Sheremetyevo airport frequently on the way to former Soviet Union countries. I always felt that Aeroflot had good service and their planes were well-maintained. Very sad that the world has changed so much since I last went.
It is so refreshing to peek at Moscow beyond politics and stuff. Keep up the terrific work, mate. Crack on. 🚀
Moscow isn’t real Russia. That’s a common Russian saying. Life is much different outside of Moscow and St Petersburg.
@@GreenxEmerald it's not. Except for the metro, it's mostly the same.
Yeah, just like New York is not like the rest of the US, London and Paris aren't respresentative of their respective countries, so what's your point? Russia is diverse and beaultiful with rich histroy, culture, architecture and nations within nations. Every major city in Russia has its own character which also very refereshing unlike the western template same shnitz everywhere towns.
Wow, what an experience! Thanks for sharing Josh
Good on you mate, putting yourself out there to report for us! Great story buddy!
Sounds like Russia is paranoid. I'm glad I'll never visit there. I'll stick with the US.
Sounds good. This arrangement works for both sides.
One of the reasons you found the fries better in Russia.
Mc Donald’s, tries to source as much of its products locally as possible. Obviously they did that with the fries and the new owners, maintained that relationship.
You will find Potatoes from colder countries have much more flavour than others. This is very true as well, with seafood
very intersting!
French fries were imported from Poland. Now, they has found local producers)
Not a new owners techically, a company is now under control by one of the former major franchise owners
Moreover, McD retained the right to repurchase, hoping for better times. Even the fonts and color scheme have not changed, only the logo. Therefore producers within the country remained the same
I don't know how they fry the french fries there, but McDonalds uses unhealthy garbage, seed oil. The real way to make good french fries is with beef suet, and not to cut the potatoes thin.
Another thing worth mentioning is that Aeroflot still keeps the SkyTeam branding on their packaging and stuff.
Their SkyTeam membership is only suspended, not cancelled.
Negative 15° celsius? That is beyond cold and you waited out there waiting for that ride! But even at night you can tell the city is beautiful.
It dipped down to -37C this winter. Even I, a Russian said 'Frak this! I'm staying inside.'
Go to Siberia in yakutsk it gets down to negative 70 Celsius
@@mybigfatpolishlife That's too cold, even for Russians :)
@@mybigfatpolishlife that is worst
I experienced -42°C in western Siberia this winter.
Moscow is a great city. I've been several times (on business) and returned in 2018 for a leisure visit. So much on offer - and very clean and safe.
Хоспадя, как вас запугала пропаганда, что вы всего боитесь🤦♂
Hey Josh, you took a trip to Greenland - thank god for that, we love you! 🙂
There are some really good live TH-cam feeds from airports there!
I do not agree that we in Russia do not like foreign journalists or bloggers. I would say that on the contrary, we always welcome
That’s great to hear :)
Therefore they were arrested at the last demonstration?
@@rolandl.4062 If you can show me where a foreign journalist was last arrested, I'd like to see it. And if you're talking about local bloggers, then they probably turned out to be at the wrong demonstration in the wrong place, in America, participants of the rally in the capitol are still being arrested
So we're just part of the rest of the world with exactly the same tendencies.
Slava Ukraini
@@inshallamiami Украине может и слава, а нам Крым и Донбасс ☺
Hello Josh,
I'm a Greek av geek and fan of your work.
Although I strongly and deeply believe that every single thing in life is art and politics, I honestly want to congratulate you for your truly balanced perspective on this video as far as Aeroflot's inflight service is concerned as well as about the tough Russian security measures during war time!!!
KEEP ON GOIN' !!!😃✌
Greek av geek. Say that 10 times fast 😂
@@Michael-db4sn I'm a natural slow speaker 😁😁😁
@Newton432-ip5kv In the name of all the gods that humans have invented, what you smoke must be as big as a plane!...
Hi Josh - Being Irish (Republic of Ireland) and living in the U.K. 22 years, I’m fascinated by this trip to Russia and the Irish connection to this - I love your use of classical music Audio tracks in this video (perhaps you should do this in all future videos?) - I know that many years ago, in Moscow Airport, the Irish Aer Rianta used to set up duty free shops in Moscow airport and there used to be Aeroflot flights from Shannon to Moscow - Ireland is (probably) considered a hostile western country by Russia because of the Irish government’s support for Ukraine, yet Mr Putin has also expressed sympathy for the Irish people during Covid lockdowns 🇮🇪☘️🇮🇪❤️
26:59 secondary checks will also happen if you are travelling with a animal too. I had this happen with my Domestic Flight from Ottawa to Toronto on Porter and AC
I was set to work on a film in St. Petersburg In April of '22. I had never been Russia and was excited to go to the home country of my family (great grandparents). I'm American so.... that didn't end up happening. Probably won't be able to go for many, many years. So, thanks Josh for the vicarious experience.
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What's stopping you from coming? Believing your media about how bad things are in Russia?
Why dont you go now?
Why won't that happen? Coz you chose not to visit anymore?
@@nasser-ist I figure as an American I wouldn't get a visa. Anyway, it wouldn't have mattered, the project got cancelled. Maybe someday.
The architecture looks amazing. Thank you for sharing your experience. Looking forward to part 2 :)
Thanks a lot Great Josh for this interesting video, it's quite refreshing
Hi! im from Kaliningrad and im really looking forward to watch your next video! Kaliningrad is a wonderful city so i hope you enjoy it!! Also this video is great. It is really interesting to see how people from other countries react to something that has already become common for me. Love your videos!
Prussia!
1. If you have visited Russia, you can apply for a local bank card in literally half an hour. In theory, there is even the possibility of doing this online and receiving it immediately on your phone for NFC pay.
2. If you are flying to Russia, you should have Yandex or Uber apps installed. So that you don't have to ask the guy at the counter for a taxi. Installed applications will immediately give you a taxi, hotel reservations, delivery, ticket purchases and everything else. So your first step is to buy a SIM card. $15-20 will give you unlimited Internet.
Thanks, my wife is in Moscow so I've passed your comments on, I'll let you know how it goes. I would loved to have joined her but I was warned against it by someone from here in the UK that travels there often, he said he has had his phone taken from him for detailed scrutiny on more than one occasion, which is a bit of a worry.
@@ladalout245 Ukrainian citizens who come to Russia 100% have their phones taken away, their social networks are checked, what they liked, deleted data is restored (someone naively believes that deleting a profile can hide information from the secret services).
Sometimes this procedure also applies to citizens of other countries.
In any case, the worst thing that awaits you is that you will be turned away at the border.
dude, you're doing a great job. Relax and don't listen to anyone. Best of luck to you!
I was in Russia in 2019 and enjoyed my time there. Hopefully I’ll be able to return sometime. Great video.
Wow.. that doesnt look like the old james bond Russia. Super well maintained beautifull buildings and super clean. Probably the real Russia is quite alot different than the european media want us to think.
LOL it's Moscow, try to go outside in the rural areas and look at the poverty and abandoned buildings.
Big cities r ultra modern
@@bardo0007the rural villages are also getting a facelift but at a slower pace than Moscow and other big cities.
I visited Altai during the conflict and their economies are booming as many from the big cities visit in the summer and it has been the case since covid. So that area is experiencing rapid infrastructure development as a result
@@0891Gokz I suggest you look at the videos from @vasyainthehay , he is Russian, his channel is huge and you will se the hard life in Russia, it's very tough in many parts of Russia. Some parts without water, heat and indoor toilet.
He visited Moscow, not Russia.
Really enjoyed the video, love to see more of Russia. I don't agree with sanctions on commercial aircrafts, it's not the right thing to do, many non Russian passengers travel on these Just like Josh. Beautiful buildings. ❤
Like you, I’m not a supporter of the war but I’ve always wanted to go to Moscow as I love the history and architecture.
I've accumilated 25,000 aerofloat miles in the last two years. I've flown their 330, 777 and 350. They paid off the leasing companies early this year. They somehow manage to get the spare parts. True, there is a huge issue of maintenance checks when the war ends. As long as you're flying Aerofloat, you'll be fine. I am not taking any sides but Russia's really safe to visit. They're really nice to tourists.
The pay offs are only a fraction of the original values and not for all airplanes.
Great video Josh, looking forward to your next video.
My daughter visited Russia in 1993 as a high school student. She was 18 at the time and traveling with a student group. What made her so very sad was the poverty of some of the families her group was staying with. She was "horrified " at the toilet facilities in those homes. No paper was allowed down the loo. Also, neighbors pooled their food so the Americans would have an abundance. She was impressed with the bread, homemade of course! Her mama isn't a baker. She came home with the knowledge that she was a very blessed young woman from the USA. Josh, thank you for your work. Your channel has helped me weather some difficult times medically speaking. ❤
I did a summer abroad in Beijing in 2001 for college. There was no paper allowed in the toilets in our dorms. I was horrified at that as well.
Did she also went to India. 😡
There is poverty is every country. I have seen appalling poverty in America. Families who are food insecure, 4th graders who can’t read, and homes with no indoor plumbing.
Come to Greece, no toilet paper allowed down the toilets here as well not to mention that in a lot of tourist locations in the smaller town and villages have no toilet seats for the toilets, guess they are too expensive to constantly replace. Biggest problem is that the guys are to fu¢|
90s was a very harsh time for Russia, Its thankfully gotten better though. Its why so many people support Putin, The times now with his leadership are simply just much much better than what people had to suffer through post USSR breakdown
Hey Josh, welcome to Russia! Thank you for your message about the dark side of many countries around the world, It's very refreshing to hear a Westerner say this after the demonization that Russia, her government, and her people have been subject to for over two years.
As a Russian repatriate with family members living abroad, travelling has become quite a bit more expensive; I used to fly to my other home country for roughly $350-450 for a round trip back in the day. Now the same flight would take me twice as long and cost north of $600, often significantly so.
Much respect for taking risks and reviewing the entire aviation industry! ✈️
Risks?
I'm shivering just watching you outside in Moscow! Not sure I ever realized just how beautiful the city is until you introduced me to it just now. Wow. Thank you for this tour; looking forward to part 2. Have a fun and safe time in Moscow.
Atyrau is the hometown of many of my relatives. So surreal to see a TH-camr I know in Atyrau
@Newton432-ip5kv amen
Why you have fake Russian flag? You’re Kazakh you need to respect Russian brothers this is Russian flag 🇷🇺
Very interesting and informative. Thanks Josh. Love from Pakistan.
I visited Moscow in 1998. We were opening a sales office there. It was a chaotic time then, with Boris Yeltsin as president. I found it fascinating, but was not entirely comfortable. You are very brave to do this during the Russian invasion of Ukraine. Great video. Thanks!
A very luxurious hotel. The room looks nice and comfortable
Hi Josh. Nice video. Enjoyed it a lot. Russia is a fantastic nation. I traveled many times to Russia also in winter. I even married a fantastic lovely Russian lady. Unfortunately its not so easy anymore to travel to Russia without a good reason. I truely hope that this will change in the future. Also learned the Russian language to communicate easier , i know its not easy but i can recommend it! Many whishes from Flanders and keep on making nice videos!
That was a weird experience being in the lift with that strange creature - said the mouse.
You are the best aviation youtuber. I like your very nice opinions and thoughts on the situation and how you took it. I did myself 2 aviation trips to Russia since the start of war. Flew Kostroma Air Antonov’s and Vologda Air Yak’s and also Rossiya Superjets. Aeroflot is underrated in many people minds. Moscow is beautiful city. Wish you good luck Josh!
In 2023, Forbes compiled a rating of airlines that make low-cost and regular flights from Russia abroad. Analysts have compiled a list of the 30 most popular destinations and compared the airlines that fly there by average prices, number of flights and available cities. The list of 30 popular cities for departure from Russia from September 2022 to August 2023 includes Yerevan, Istanbul, Tashkent, Dushanbe, Antalya, Baku, Bishkek, Osh, Minsk, Dubai, Khujand, Almaty, Astana, Tbilisi, Samarkand, Tel Aviv, Namangan, Kulyab, Chisinau, Bukhara, Ferghana, Belgrade, Urgench, Phuket, Bangkok, Ganja, Bokhtar, Denpasar (Bali), Dalaman and Paris. Aeroflot became the leader of the rating, which received maximum points for the frequency of flights, as well as for the route network.
That was SUPER EXCITING!!!! I can't wait to see the rest of this adventure!
It is sad what is happening at the moment. I want peace and economic opportunity for all. You are brave Josh.
Hey. I'm Russian and American citizen and I was also held up at the border for an hour. Apparently it's a pretty common event for Russians now and they've (our border guards) have become extremely anal the last year or so. Thanks for flying there even though you didn't want to.
Допрашивали? Недавно летал?
Did you fly to the US post 911? They still are anal. Russia is at conflict with the western scums, so need to be vigilant as they should.
Flights to Kaliningrad are not going through European airspace, they use neutral airspace.
The airspace is controlled by EU ATC and partially enters EU countries.
@@JoshCahill Russian planes do not cross EU borders
@@user-mh9nu2jg9hThat’s exactly why I just can’t condone this video.
Anyways safe flight and welcome to Kaliningrad, my home town. If you need someone with a car to show you around i'll be happy to :)@@JoshCahill
@@JoshCahillUmm it doesn't. EU ATC of course have to be involved due to proximity but according to international offshore border rules, the flight path is always on narrow international space between the EU countries. I am surprised you are not aware of that inspite of being an aviation expert.
I want to go! Great again Josh.
5:38 I sense a good deal of trepidation in your voice and body language. ( a feeling of fear or anxiety about something that may happen ) You certainly have courage young man! Another superb video! 19 02 2024 UK
Amazing video Josh! I would love to visit Russia one day, the Red square and the Metro station both look stunning. Keep it up!!
Great video,
Can't wait for the entire series.
I wonder if you were picked randomly for secondary check, or you were targetted form when you boarded?
Cheers
They (border guard, part of FSB) interrogate people from "Unfriendly countries" and also Russians who left the country avoiding mobilization or who emigrated some time ago. And that's why they're asking if you have a Telegram account - if you're a Russian citizen and you wrote something against the war or Putin's regime in private conversations or even if you're subscribed to some "wrong" channels - you'll definitely have a huge fine or even could be imprisoned from 2 to 15 years.
@@SnarkOrel 🤦♀️😂 какое вранье. Вы там больны от вашей пропаганды. В настоящее время, в мире нет страны лучше, разумнее и безопаснее чем Россия. Пусть нас спасет Бог от того, что происходит на западе- трансы, педофилы, наркота и безумие.
Great vid love it keep up the good work
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Bam!! What a badass intro 😂first 2 min could be of the best and boldest intros aviation vloggers I have ever heard making 👌 rest felt usual
Ahhh the joys of being in the public eye...people can be weird and entitled. The majority love your content. Ignore the haters and weirdos 😊
Love the Swan Lake background music ❤
-15C?! No. No, absolutely no...I'm out 😅
The architecture!! OMG! It's beautiful ❤
That palace in the red square looks like something out of a fairytale 😊
Im so mad i watched this video in april
I wanted the red remove b4 flight keyring 😭
Nice video josh keep it up ❤
Love from Australia 🇦🇺
Also, you kept saying the plane was stolen without providing any detailed context. So, you might want to address this properly to inform your viewers how the aircraft ended up with Aeroflot.
As a European that has been living in Russia for 5 years this was a bit cringe to see. But it was balanced and fair. Pity you already left, would be happy to guide you around
Welcome to Russia, bro
I wish you to enjoy your journey through our country
I would never take a taxi from the airport to the center. The train runs often, is much more comfortable and faster and you don't have to worry about getting ripped off. I have taken the train many times. The subway system will get you to your final destination quickly. Anyway, unless you have friends or family in Russia, it is not a good idea to help the Russian economy at this time. And you should have shown the people getting up to grab their luggage as the plane was still taxiing to the gate and then the mad crush forward as it arrived at the gate. That is standard on Aeroflot flights and other airlines going to and from Russia.
Oh, while you're here Josh would you please do a couple of train reviews as well. From our high-speed Sapsan service to the luxurious Red Arrow and the bi-level cars going all around our enormous country. (If you're feeling daring you can try the open-berthed platskart as well :D ) Warmest of wishes for tons of amazing experiences here in Russia.