I am unable to travel in any vehicle riding backwards - I get a major headache or just am sick. Flying backwards does not appeal to me. Aside from that personal issue, I loved the video (and others I have seen). Very informative & I enjoy your very "casual" commentary! It's very refreshing! I am trying to go back & watch as many of your videos as I can. Thank you!!
Jeb - really like your videos. The enthusiasm that you show for the experience that you are receiving is so authentic, same look I get when I am in any premium level cabin of service - big smile and just thinking - man, this sure beats economy! Keep the vids coming, you are doing great!
Yeah, that woulda scared me JUST a bit! I’ve seen a FEW too many episodes of Air Crash Investigation that turned ugly with ultra long takeoff rolls like that one
Yep, my friends don't understand how for me any overseas trip starts right at the departure point and doesn't end till I'm back home and in the cab heading to my house. The airport, lounge and plane cabin are all an integral part of the trip!
Ahh i flew previously in Etihad’s business studio on the same route (Ey 131) to IAD and i loved it. Thanks for making this video about first class, hopefully we all can try it out!
Back in the 80's, many of UsAir's DC9 and 737 aircraft had row 1 rear facing. There was no first class. There was a foldout table between rows 1 and 2. 6 people could face each other. You could watch everything going on in the cabin. It was like presiding over the other passengers. I loved those seats, especially the view on takeoff! What great memories!
Always love your stuff Jeb, You keep making them and I keep watching them. Make one about going to the toilet and I watch it. No like you joke about clicking the thumbs down twice, Serious about you keep making them and I keep watching them.
That TSA Precheck is so underrated until you experience it. after getting off my flight in JFK after doing GOI-BOM-AUH-JFK without needing to sit around waiting for my passport to be checked really made me feel a lot more energized and less stressed.
Another great video. The only thing we differ on is the 787's windows. They are absolutely my favorite part of the plane, mainly because I'm the guy that always wants to look out the window. I never want to be the guy that opens his blind in a dark cabin when it's bright daylight outside, but the 787 makes it a non-issue. And I'm normally sensitive to light when trying to sleep but I had no problem on the 787. Can't wait for my next flight on one!
Fantastic vid Jeb!! I love all the first class slag.... my mouth watered for that steak sandwich! Hey, question... what do you do with all the amenity kits that you collect? You probably need a dedicated closet for them, lol !!! Keep up the great job, Happy Landings! Andy
no Delta without a first class cabin available, no united without a first class cabin can compete with that inflight Service and elegance. the martini wunderbar
Only 45 hours for the journey back! It makes absolute sense! I've spent numerous amounts of hours flying to visit places for short amounts of time too.
Good morning from a very wet England. First time I have commented on one of your videos. When i can afford to fly business long haul (usually with BA) i regularly fly in a backward facing seat, the only difference i find is the take off and landing, where you can see the land going backward, once airborne it seems to me to be the same as facing forward. Great video love to see first class and the huge differences between airlines and indeed planes as well. Did I miss something or were you not escorted to your seat which seems unusual for first class I would like to see a bit about how you get to the airport, departure hall check-in and once passed security before arriving at the loung, check in at the gate and boarding.. I regularly fly from London Heathrow (about 2 hours from my home) and am always amazed when travelling by public transport (usually train) how people will part with large amounts of money to get to the airport,. Simply because the ticket has the magic word airport on it companies think they can charge what they like. The walk up single fare to Heathrow including Heathrow express is 81 pounds, but with a little thought and booking a few days early i can reach Heathrow for 5.70 pounds!! including London Underground instead of Heathrow Express. Keep up the good work.
Just discovered your videos and have subscribed. How can you improve them? Take me with you! I used to work on a weather research aircraft and miss flying so much (no matter what the weather) so this is the nearest I get these days! There may be some of my old videos still under my name if you're interested. Love everything about your travel blogs. Thanks man.
Rushab Shah Etihad first class is not a good product, in my opinion. It's not a sweet, it's a tiny box. Etihad cram you into a small box, offer mediocre service, and business class menu. And to add insult, it's a massively overpriced First Class ticket. It's not a great product. And putting metal and bomb detectors by the aircraft doors is another policy which I don't agree with either. It's like they are completely brainless. Even Emirates and Qatar are sensitive enough to put those detectors before the air bridges down to the aircraft. But yes, not escorting you to your seat is just another thing that Etihad can't be bothered to do. And notice that there was no free takeoff drink already poured and on the table when he arrived at his seat. On most other good premium first class long haul products, an attendant has either poured an orange juice and glass of Champagne ready to bring to your table the second you sit down, or will ask you what you want and bring it to you immediately as soon as you have sat down. That's why they keep an attendant in the first class cabin ready to greet and not just stand by the door. It's not good enough, especially for first class. Etihad didn't exactly show themselves in a good light. Very poor service and product. In my opinion there are much better carriers and first class products, and I would advise people to try as many first-class products and carriers as possible as there are some real gems. Cathay Pacific, and Singapore, are very good, JAL (pleasant attendants), Air France, British Airways (menu and wine selection superb, pleasant flight attendants) and Thai Airways (lovely menu) can be rather good on occasions. Avoid the American, and the Middle Eastern carriers.
Love it! I agree about the windows though. Modern technology can't always replace simple conventional things. I would've cringed to see some light still shining through.
I know it's years later but I'm watching these cause cause I just like watching these kinda videos and I realized that your flight from Jakarta to Abu Dhabi is missing from the list of all the videos in this trip above.
Do you have a place for storing all the amenity kits you get from flying all these business/first class flights? What do you do with items you don’t use on the flight (such as the Emirates cosmetic kit on the new 777 first class video)?
You should see the Etihad's apartment - I don't know if they have it on 787, only on A380. I saw a video here at TH-cam - it's amazing. Thanks for uploading. Etihad stopped flying to São Paulo because of economical reasons - pity.
I am unable to travel in any vehicle riding backwards - I get a major headache or just am sick. Flying backwards does not appeal to me. Aside from that personal issue, I loved the video (and others I have seen). Very informative & I enjoy your very "casual" commentary! It's very refreshing! I am trying to go back & watch as many of your videos as I can. Thank you!!
The window manufacturer for the 787 has rolled out newer versions of the windows that get darker, which is great.
Your enthusiasm in this video really is great! Love it!
I love that you always hate the headphones 😂
The one time he liked the headphones is on American Airlines
Yes!
Yas
Jeb - really like your videos. The enthusiasm that you show for the experience that you are receiving is so authentic, same look I get when I am in any premium level cabin of service - big smile and just thinking - man, this sure beats economy! Keep the vids coming, you are doing great!
Pilot definitely got his money worth using all of the runway on take-off
Hahaha that's what was on my mind too.
Heavy and hot = high density altitude take off!
Yeah, that woulda scared me JUST a bit! I’ve seen a FEW too many episodes of Air Crash Investigation that turned ugly with ultra long takeoff rolls like that one
the runway in abudba I is pretty long
Yep, my friends don't understand how for me any overseas trip starts right at the departure point and doesn't end till I'm back home and in the cab heading to my house. The airport, lounge and plane cabin are all an integral part of the trip!
787-9 What a beautiful engine sound!
100 % agree. It is great not to drown the engine sound in music. 😊
I absolutely agree with you, Jeb: The journey maybe as rewarding or sometimes better than the destination itself, as your well-executed video shows.
only just now discovered your channel ! you have me on board as a new subscriber, that was an excellent report. thanks !
Ahhh a young impressionable Jeb... Fun... an see the growth in traveler and character from experience
Ahh i flew previously in Etihad’s business studio on the same route (Ey 131) to IAD and i loved it. Thanks for making this video about first class, hopefully we all can try it out!
Your excitement is infectious. I love it!!!
Great video! The meals look so delicious! I really enjoy your channel, keep up the interesting videos👍
Man! That landing!! The pilot buttered the bread... such a smooth landing!!
Thanks for the videos you do! It's FUN to "Travel" along with you and I look forward to future content and Stay Safe Brother!!
I love the way you say (What is this ) with that surprise look
Watching this on July 5, 2021 trying to catch up on your videos which I really love
you have a an amazing personality and always smiling i love it
I am onboard too from Colombo. Very good detailed reports. Keep it going and good luck. 👍🏻
Back in the 80's, many of UsAir's DC9 and 737 aircraft had row 1 rear facing. There was no first class. There was a foldout table between rows 1 and 2. 6 people could face each other. You could watch everything going on in the cabin. It was like presiding over the other passengers. I loved those seats, especially the view on takeoff! What great memories!
Love your enthusiasm for aviation
Always love your stuff Jeb, You keep making them and I keep watching them. Make one about going to the toilet and I watch it. No like you joke about clicking the thumbs down twice, Serious about you keep making them and I keep watching them.
I have never seen you lost for words, until now. It must have impressed you
Very nice video! Thanks for sharing your in-flight experiences Jeb, always excited to see you post something new.
I traveled in seat 1A on the 787 from BNE to AUH ... it was awesome.
2:30 - 4:05 I really like this music, Jeb! Sound so good!
Excellent trip report! The meals were tasty, it's nice that you can eat anytime you want.
That TSA Precheck is so underrated until you experience it. after getting off my flight in JFK after doing GOI-BOM-AUH-JFK without needing to sit around waiting for my passport to be checked really made me feel a lot more energized and less stressed.
Anyone else feel like he’s the American Dennis Bunnik?
Jeb and Dennis Bunnik are the best. I don’t care for many of the others.
Yes!!!
except Jeb doesnt say
cheers, heres to a great flart
65NART For voiceover reporters, Jeb, Dennis, and Paul’s trip reports are the best
Then for subtitle reporters, that hands down goes to simply aviation
Does your wife know what your doing?
As usual a great video.
Love your videos! I really enjoyed watching the transcontinental throwdown series!
Honestly, that food looked delicious. Great video btw
I am a subscriber such awesome videos you post on TH-cam I love it
Always a pleasure watching your videos. Great work!
What an interesting view! AND you can see where you have been.
Another great video. The only thing we differ on is the 787's windows. They are absolutely my favorite part of the plane, mainly because I'm the guy that always wants to look out the window. I never want to be the guy that opens his blind in a dark cabin when it's bright daylight outside, but the 787 makes it a non-issue. And I'm normally sensitive to light when trying to sleep but I had no problem on the 787. Can't wait for my next flight on one!
LAST TIME I FLEW BACKWARDS i WAS ON A DASH 8
last time i flew upside down was on a Dash 8
Hahahaha the video is awesome the food amazing it is funny because you enjoyed a lot what have eaten. Very nice.
LOL
loving that Lamb loin! but all the dishes looked good!
I like the flight and whole flying experience than the vacation
Great video, thanks for sharing!
Indeed traveling is awesome 👍
I would love to see you do a review of Etihad residence.
So nice to see a fellow trip reporter fly to my home airport!
Fantastic vid Jeb!! I love all the first class slag.... my mouth watered for that steak sandwich! Hey, question... what do you do with all the amenity kits that you collect? You probably need a dedicated closet for them, lol !!! Keep up the great job, Happy Landings! Andy
Very nice! One of these days I'd like to fly first on Etihad! 787-9
Jebb your videos are bomb 👌🏿👌🏿
That is the first time I could not hear you speak because the plane was so loud. I do think that it was a beautiful flight!
no Delta without a first class cabin available, no united without a first class cabin can compete with that inflight Service and elegance. the martini wunderbar
JUST AMAZING IM AMAZED
I finally flew on etihad
Love the Dreamliners! Can't wait to hop on one soon!
Amazing trip report. Think from what I've seen the A380 is better for space. But I loved your report
Love your videos
I've flown in the rear facing seats quite a few times with British Airways in Club World - it is quite a nice feeling indeed!! Enjoy your videos, Gary
Only 45 hours for the journey back! It makes absolute sense! I've spent numerous amounts of hours flying to visit places for short amounts of time too.
I LOVE YOUR CHANNEL
Always enjoy your video..... Keep it coming..... Woof
I have the Bose QC30
(Quiet Control)
Kenzie Sumirat *comfort
What a great flight! New subscriber here! Greetings from Indonesia :)
I like it!👏👏👏
Southwest Airlines used to have a "lounge" area on their aircraft, which rows faced backwards.
Emstarmassage, those were awesome. Like a party when everyone was drinking.
Great watch dude, love the BLNR
Good morning from a very wet England. First time I have commented on one of your videos. When i can afford to fly business long haul (usually with BA) i regularly fly in a backward facing seat, the only difference i find is the take off and landing, where you can see the land going backward, once airborne it seems to me to be the same as facing forward.
Great video love to see first class and the huge differences between airlines and indeed planes as well.
Did I miss something or were you not escorted to your seat which seems unusual for first class
I would like to see a bit about how you get to the airport, departure hall check-in and once passed security before arriving at the loung, check in at the gate and boarding..
I regularly fly from London Heathrow (about 2 hours from my home) and am always amazed when travelling by public transport (usually train) how people will part with large amounts of money to get to the airport,. Simply because the ticket has the magic word airport on it companies think they can charge what they like. The walk up single fare to Heathrow including Heathrow express is 81 pounds, but with a little thought and booking a few days early i can reach Heathrow for 5.70 pounds!! including London Underground instead of Heathrow Express.
Keep up the good work.
Great report.
Man, I just watched your Bali video, I live here in Bali so sad i couldn't meet you
Great trip report Sir! :))
Great video! Thank you for sharing your adventures. In 3 days I’m getting on a 747 (BA First) from Seattle to Heathrow, can’t wait
Etihad cabin decor is excellent. I found the sound a problem, but otherwise a great video.
I agree Jeb. The 787 window shade thing can be frustrating Lol. Takes too long to get dark & back to clear. But love the plane in general.
NJay Ezzy the have made modifications to it
WOW that's all I have to say is WOW😱😱!!!!!!!!!!!
A true first class gentlemen
Nice and classy flight report Jeb ! With thanks ..I Believe A350 quieter than the 787, think you said it but engines noise was quite high
You should've used Etihad boarding music in this video, that will REALLY be soothing!
Just discovered your videos and have subscribed. How can you improve them? Take me with you! I used to work on a weather research aircraft and miss flying so much (no matter what the weather) so this is the nearest I get these days! There may be some of my old videos still under my name if you're interested. Love everything about your travel blogs. Thanks man.
Noticed that you weren't escorted to your suite?
Rushab Shah I think you have to be in the residence to get escorted 🤔
I just notices that!
Octopus Man residence isn’t on the 787
Rushab Shah Etihad first class is not a good product, in my opinion. It's not a sweet, it's a tiny box.
Etihad cram you into a small box, offer mediocre service, and business class menu. And to add insult, it's a massively overpriced First Class ticket.
It's not a great product. And putting metal and bomb detectors by the aircraft doors is another policy which I don't agree with either. It's like they are completely brainless. Even Emirates and Qatar are sensitive enough to put those detectors before the air bridges down to the aircraft.
But yes, not escorting you to your seat is just another thing that Etihad can't be bothered to do. And notice that there was no free takeoff drink already poured and on the table when he arrived at his seat. On most other good premium first class long haul products, an attendant has either poured an orange juice and glass of Champagne ready to bring to your table the second you sit down, or will ask you what you want and bring it to you immediately as soon as you have sat down.
That's why they keep an attendant in the first class cabin ready to greet and not just stand by the door.
It's not good enough, especially for first class. Etihad didn't exactly show themselves in a good light. Very poor service and product.
In my opinion there are much better carriers and first class products, and I would advise people to try as many first-class products and carriers as possible as there are some real gems.
Cathay Pacific, and Singapore, are very good, JAL (pleasant attendants), Air France, British Airways (menu and wine selection superb, pleasant flight attendants) and Thai Airways (lovely menu) can be rather good on occasions.
Avoid the American, and the Middle Eastern carriers.
LOL! The horror!
Snow in Center City Park! Nice opening!
Your vids are really cool. I get to learn which aviation companies to fly with and which not
First class meal mate
So...it's EDDYHAD...Good to know...
Nice Nantahala shirt! I live about an hour and half away from there in Chattanooga.
Love it! I agree about the windows though. Modern technology can't always replace simple conventional things. I would've cringed to see some light still shining through.
hey i love near IAD Dulles! How cool
Bridge of spies is a great movie.
IAD has to be my favorite US airport.
I know it's years later but I'm watching these cause cause I just like watching these kinda videos and I realized that your flight from Jakarta to Abu Dhabi is missing from the list of all the videos in this trip above.
If you wanna fly backwards again, BA has an interesting configuration in business class, I think either on the 747s or the 380s :P
All of their long haul aircraft have that
But the business class is in a 2-3-2 which is outdated :(
@@sonuaggarwal7135 Isnt BA business in 2-4-2 configaration and emirates 777 business is in 2-3-2
Amazing WOW SO GOOD 😉
Will you fly the etihad residents soon?
i am jealous of that backwards suite
How did you pay for this flight because I just checked and it's $32 440 to go from Abu Dhabi to Washington.
Jeb Brooks hahah. Well I live in Australia so it probably put it in Australian Money.
Wow!!!
I’ve been on a LOT of your flights, including this one.
Thank you, Jeb, for another great adventure! Do you log the tail numbers you fly on?
Do you have a place for storing all the amenity kits you get from flying all these business/first class flights? What do you do with items you don’t use on the flight (such as the Emirates cosmetic kit on the new 777 first class video)?
People have such contrasting experiences on Etihad flights
It seems to have taken forever to get off the ground. Was it because of extra weight or the gulf heat?
You should see the Etihad's apartment - I don't know if they have it on 787, only on A380. I saw a video here at TH-cam - it's amazing. Thanks for uploading. Etihad stopped flying to São Paulo because of economical reasons - pity.
The apartment is only available on the A380-800. He was literally FLYING The Boeing 787.
Love your videos! #lifegoals
You should have amenity kit giveaways, since you have so many. *AHEM* =)
great!