Inside a Hajj Flight - Garuda Indonesia “Special” B747-400
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- Join me on a Boeing 747 Hajj Flight from Indonesia to Saudi Arabia. Definitely an experience to remember for my whole life!
The journey started at Soekarno-Hatta Int’l Airport in Jakarta. 450 pilgrims checked in outside the airport and came directly to the airside waiting to board the Boeing 747. Many of them were first-time flyers. To speed things up, there was no boarding pass, pilgrims were given a seat number with red on the left and blue on the right side of the plane. Once the engine had started, many pilgrims began chanting prayers for a safe flight.
Captain Vitaly from Russia and First Officer Anton from Ukraine flew the Boeing 747 flight. Flight time to Jeddah was just over 9 hours. Garuda Indonesia wet-leased the B747-400 from Aquiline International to fulfill the mission.
Passengers were extremely humble and quiet during the flight. Many of them never used an airplane toilet before and need crew assistance. The Hajj flight crew were contractors who only worked for 2 months as Hajj cabin crew, nevertheless, they work with pride and honour as Hajj is a national event of Indonesia. They were extremely attentive to the needs of pilgrims ensuring they had a smooth journey.
Just before flying over Saudi Arabia, many pilgrims changed into white robes and the group leader started prayer calls at the point of Miqot where the pilgrims commenced Hajj. We arrived at the special Hajj terminal in Jeddah. After landing, it was an emotional moment with most pilgrims thanking the crew for taking good care of them while leaving the plane.
It was an absolute honor and privilege for me to join them on the flight. I experienced some of the most amazing human kindness from all the passengers and crew! Most of them waited and saved all their life for this moment; trip of a lifetime!
With the completion of our flight, stage 1 of the Hajj has been concluded with over 200,000 Indonesian pilgrims transported to Saudi Arabia making Hajj one of the mighty airlift operations.
Video footage credit: Aquiline International and UPG Spotter
In just 12 days, stage 2 of Hajj will start bringing back the pilgrims back home. I hope to join the 747 once more to document the return home leg. No doubt, it will be emotional
How you feeling after traveling with hajis
@@Uploads933 How could one feel good travelling with Pedophiles.
Why is there a business class, I thought all are equal during the Hajj ? 🤔 The old school economy seats looks cosy though !
Thanks for sharing this experience 🙌
How did U do that?
And wait, what?! The Captain was 🇷🇺 and the First Officer was 🇺🇦
What a combination...
Hi Sam, UK viewer and Muslim here.
Just to clarify for you due to the language barrier,
The white cloth that you saw the men wearing is called the "Ihraam", for men, its a 2 piece white cotton thick cloth that they must wrap around their body and waist, for women, they must cover their entire body. The Ihraam represents purity and cleanliness in Islam, and that we are all equal, regardless of how much wealth/status you have, we are all equal in God's eyes. It also represents what a person will be wrapped in when they die, 2 pieces of cloth.
Then in terms if what is the "Miqaat", this is the checkpoint where all men and women must be in the "state of Ihraam", as they have now reached the checkpoint for Umrah/Hajj, now they cannot take off their Ihram until they have completed their Umrah. The Miqaat is different for everyone, as it depends on which direction/country you come from towards Jeddah airport for Umrah/Hajj.
In case u were wondering what's Umrah & Hajj and the difference - Umrah is the small pilgrimage that can be done any time of the year, but Hajj is the main pilgrimage, and only takes place on the 12th Islamic month (Dhul Hijjah), hence its great significance to us.
Hope this helps, and great video.
Beautifully explained Brother..
Sam should pinned this comment
Very well explained!👍🙏
Well explained brother
Wall of text😂
As a non-Muslim American, I was immensely touched by the passengers' faith, the kindness and respect of the crew and the shear joy of finally making a journey of a lifetime. It truly is a renewing experience for them all and a joy to observe from afar
Don't feel too touched... You don't know the Muslim nations' public's street politics and their raw hate... Just sit back and watch... Once Muslim population becomes majority in American cities, that's when the real fun will start... Learn from EU's stupidity...
The Last Sermon Of Prophet Muhammad (p.b.u.h.)
This sermon was delivered on the Ninth day of Dhul-Hijjah, 10 A.H. ( 623AD) in the Uranah valley of Mount Arafat in Mecca. It was the occasion of annual rites of Haj. It is also known as the Farewell Pilgrimage.
After praising and thanking Allah the Prophet (p.b.u.h.) began with the words:
"O People! Lend me an attentive ear, for I know not whether after this year I shall ever be amongst you again. Therefore, listen carefully to what I am saying and take these words to those who could not be present here today."
"O People! just as you regard this month, this day ,this city as sacred ,so regard the life and property of every Muslim a sacred trust. Return the goods entrusted to you to their rightful owners. Hurt no one so that no one may hurt you. Remember that you will indeed meet your Lord, and that he will indeed reckon your deeds."
"Allah has forbidden you to take usury, therefore all interest obligation shall henceforth be waived. Your capital is yours to keep .You will neither inflict nor suffer any inequality. Allah has judged that there shall be no interest and that all interest due to Abbas Ibn 'Aal-Muttalib be waived."
"Every right arising out of homicide in pre-Islamic days is henceforth waived and the first such right that I waive is that arising from the murder of Rabiah ibni al-Harithiah."
"O men! the unbelievers indulge in tampering with the calendar in order to make permissible that which Allah forbade, and to prohibit what Allah has made permissible. With Allah the months are twelve in number. Four of them are holy, there are sucessive and one occurs singly between the months of Jumada and Shaban."
"Beware of Satan, for the safety of your religion. He has lost all hope that he will be able to lead you astray in big things so beware of following him in small things."
"O People it is true that you have certain rights with regard to your women but they also have rights over you. Remember that you have taken them as your wives only under Allah's trust and with His permission. If they abide by your right then to them belongs the right to be fed and clothed in kindness. Do treat your women well and be kind to them for they are your partners and committed helpers. And it is your right that they do not make friends with any one of whom you do not approve, as well never to be unchaste."
"O People! listen to me in earnest, worship Allah, say your five daily prayers, fast during month of Ramadan, and give your wealth in Zakat .Perform Haj if you can afford it."
"All mankind is from Adam and Eve, an Arab has no superiority over a non-Arab nor a non-Arab has any superiority over an Arab; also a White has no superiority over a Black nor a Black has any superiority over a White except by piety and good action. Learn that every Muslim is a brother to every Muslim and that the Muslims constitute one brotherhood. Nothing shall be legitimate to a Muslim which belongs to a fellow Muslim unless it was given freely and willingly."
"Do not therefore do injustice to yourselves. Remember one day you will meet Allah and answer your deeds. So beware, do not astray from the path of righteousness after I am gone."
"O People! No Prophet or apostle will come after me and no new faith will be born. Reason well, therefore O People! and understand words that I convey to you. I leave behind me two things, the Quran and the Sunnah and if you follow these you will never go astray."
"All those who listen to me shall pass on my words to others and those to others again; and may the last ones understand my words better than those who listen to me directly."
"O Allah, be my witness, that I have conveyed your message to Your people."
As part of this sermon, the prophet recited to them a revelation from Allah, which he had just received, and which completed the Quran, for it was the last passage to be revealed:
This day the disbeliever's despair of prevailing against your religion, so fear them not, but fear Me (Allah)! This day have I perfected for you, your religion and fulfilled My favor unto you, and it hath been My good pleasure to choose Islam for you as your religion. (Surah 5, Ayah 3)
The sermon was repeated sentence by sentence by Safwan's brother Rabiah (RA), who had powerful voice, at the request of the Prophet and he faithfully, proclaimed to over ten thousand gathered on the occasion. Towards the end of his sermon, the Prophet asked "O people, have I faithfully delivered unto you my message?" A powerful murmur of assents "O Allah! yes!"arose from thousands of pilgrims and the vibrant words "Allahumma Na'm," rolled like thunder throughout the valley. The Prophet raised his forefinger and said: "O Allah bear witness that I have conveyed your message to your people."
I don't even have a religion, but I really enjoyed the mood too.
Thank you for your wonderful and touching comment about your experience with Muslims. As a Muslim, I am grateful that you have observed with admiration the deep faith and generosity that Muslims possess. Hajj and Umrah are important spiritual journeys for Muslims, representing a renewal of their faith and closeness to God. I am glad that you felt the joy and serenity emanating from this experience, even though you are from outside the Islamic faith. We always welcome constructive input and positive outlook from individuals like you. Thank you for this wonderful comment, and I wish you more fruitful experiences with Muslims in the future.
@@TyroneDindunuffun You don't need any religion to be kind. LOL!
Saudi here, all these pilgrims have completed their hajj activities by now ( 16th June 7:00AM Makkah time) congratulations.
Al-Hamdulilah.
As a Singaporean who grew up in a multiracial multi religious country, this video is just special to help showcase one of the many wonderful South East Asian culture to the world. Thank you, Sam.
im also from singapore
Same
The b747 is an ex SQ aircraft 9V-SPQ.
@@maradona1012 wow i work on 9V- SPQ before..😊
I’m also from Singapore 🇸🇬 very nice Aviation vlog Sam really Awesome Haj Flight ✈️.
Most of these people have been saving money their whole lives for this. It's very touching.
@@nyer070 keep your islamophobia to yourself, no one's forcing you to watch the video
@@nyer070 your a hater keep your opinions to yourself this is only for Muslims not for you haters
@@nyer070 The peace they will get from this journey is worth dying for. Also money has no value if you don’t have peace of mind and soul. You guys only think from the POV of money, most of the Muslims don’t.
Also, you need a soul to feel the joy which you don’t have, unfortunately for you.
Atleast they had money to blow you carry on sitting on your ass and claim benifits@@nyer070
@@nyer070What an ignorant, vile comment.
First time seeing a non Muslim doing video about aviation for Hajj. Well done Sam Chui! Respect from Malaysia
Because saudia only recently opened for non muslim
Yes! Well done!
That Air Hostess who helped the seniors with the Lavatory 🚽 situation and cleaned it as well is pure class act. Anyone who takes care of seniors 👵🏻 like that is a gem of person, beauty on the inside and outside #WifeyMaterial 😍
What is more surprising, the air hostess are not regular flight attendants of Garuda Indonesia. They were just hired specificaly for this hajj flight. Huge respect for them to do such arm tiring jobs especially that most passengers (if not all) were the first timer for flying experience.
@@RobertoHa-rt3gi exactly sometimes these people are unsung heroes 👏🏻
I believe her name is Ulla, a lady I worked with in a 5 star hotel Jakarta. Beautiful soul and a very kind person.
@@GavraSin82 really an amazing person
As a now retired Air Atlanta Icelandic Captain, who operated many of these flights for Garuda, this video brings back fond memories of these fights.
They were so well organized and ran like clockwork. And the cabin crew and passengers were a joy.
Hi Steve, I had to think of you immediately! Wanted to send it to you, but I see you've watch this already? I'm missing you both! Hope all is well with you all. You're still my example of being a fantastic Captain! Hats off to you Steve! All the best! Grts, Ferry. 😊
I used to clean for air Atlanta Icelandic at manston airport kent
As an Indonesian I would like to thank you Sam for covering the Hajj Trip
This is an extraordinary pilgrim's journey once a year
I visited indonesia in December till jan of this year and i just fell in love with the country. From hospitality to how the locals treat you with out most respect. Indonesian people are soo humble and to be honest seeing these videos about indonesia makes me emotional of how well i was treated while i was visiting. If all goes well and by the willing of Allah i will visit again inshaa'Allah.
Edit: may Allah accept the pilgrims worship and may you all have a blessed eid .
It would be a FAR better country if it's political leaders were MUCH more tolerant of other religions, including Christianity and Judaism.
Aameen
Amin 🙏🏼
Aamiin 🤲
I’d like to see A LOT more tolerance of Jews, Christians and Chinese Buddhists by Indonesia!!!
that stewardess deserves to be hired full time. i really admire her genuine service.
They're contractors who are hired for the pilgrimage season only. Most of them are retired flight attendants (but typically accompanied by full timers too) whom they were called up to have this 2 months contract
I am Saudi and Muslim, and I know the feelings of a pilgrim who performs the Hajj for the first time. This video is considered very special. Thank you, Mr. Sam, for this distinction.
Thank you to the cabin crew for their kind treatment. I swear I cried from the beauty of caring for the pilgrims, especially older people.
This is the best video of 2024.
Greetings to you, Sam, and I hope you are in good health.
With 270 millions people in Indonesia , we waiting almost 10 to 20 years from registration date to perform Hajj.
Indonesians are cute
I couldn't describe it better. I completely agree and had the same feeling.
Thank you @SamChui for that eyes opening experience for all the people who don't know what is happening while taking the Hajj.
May god bless you
After seeing this video, I am even more determined to perform the Hajj pilgrimage as the fifth pillar of Islam, unfortunately my finances do not allow it. But I am sure that Allah knows my strong desire and intention to perform Hajj. May Allah give me the sustenance and age to be given the opportunity and this holy intention.
I hope that Allah will be pleased to call me to the holy land, aameen.
Inshallah may I be able to go soon. I have never been
Indonesians are some of the nicest people in the world. What hospitality and kindness from everyone on board. Wonderful country!
As an Australian who lives in Indonesia but also working in an International Airport.The dedication of the Haj cabin crew is a credit to their country 🙏🙏
as 250million moslem country Indonesian have to wait almost 20 years to have opportunity for Hajj, that's why most of them were elderly, but their spirit is high
The smile on the flight attendant as she helps them is incredible. You can tell she's doing it from the heart
Hi Sam, im in tears watching your video its so emotional, as Indonesian muslimah I never do umroh and hajj. Thank you for your amazing video, first reporting about pilgrim journey start on board. Insha Allah oneday I will do umrah and hajj.. thank you for all the crew. Again terima kasih 🙏🏽
I'm Indonesian and Muslim, and watching this brings tears to my eyes because it's something very close to my heart. Fifteen years ago, I lost my grandfather during his Hajj pilgrimage. He passed away while fulfilling this sacred journey, not due to any incidents, but simply because it was his time to return to the mighty Creator. According to Saudi law, deceased pilgrims cannot be sent back to their home country, so my grandfather was buried in Saudi Arabia.
We were heartbroken when we received the news, but we also found solace knowing that he passed away while undertaking such a noble and revered journey. We believe he now holds a special place by God's side. May he rest in peace.
Thank you very much for covering this flight. I've been an avid fan of yours for a long time, and I must say, this is my favorite video of yours. I also felt deeply for you regarding the food poisoning incident, but I'm relieved it turned out well in the end and that you still managed to gracefully proceed with the video. You're truly a class act!
The amount of care given to first time flyers and the elderly is immense.
Imagine an evacuation... Months ago a B747 of Garuda performing a hajj flight a fire started on an engine after take off but nothing happend.
If there's one thing that Indonesians are really good at, it's hospitality.
Every country has a quota the number of pilmigrages set by the Saudi government.Indonesia is the largest ie around 200000.
这是很特别的航班，信众们如此虔诚地去往遥远的圣地朝觐令人感动，希望世界和平一切吉祥！
I am an Indonesian flying for a middle east well known airline. Earlier this June I flew 8 hours leg to Jakarta and had the honour to meet one of this pilgrimage flight somewhere in Colombo airspace frequency. I'm really touched and humbled thinking about the effort and resources those pilgrims spent to reach this point. At another occasion in March which coincide Ramadhan, I personally greeted my fellow countrymen (and women) when they disembark at Jeddah for Umrah (another lite version of pilgrimage - to simplify it). It made my heart warm to provide them a safe flight and seeing their smile when I bid them farewell at L2 door. I wish them and all pilgrims safe journey and mabrur hajj.
Thank you Sam for your unending passion of aviation, you bring us such beautiful coverage of this special flight
As an Indonesian avgeek myself for 6 years, this has to be one of my favorite aviation videos that i have ever watched this year especially that i too love the 747 including the -400. Well done, Mr. Chui.
my parents was waiting for 13 years to go hajj this year, this is why many of the pilgrims is a senior. the line is really-really long to get a chance to go to mecca for hajj, if you register now in 2024 you have to wait around 24 years
That is really unfair because i have seen people living in Saudi doing hajj twice in just four years… why are they accepted so easily?
Curious you have to register just to go to Hajj? I thought you can simply go?
@@nitincharles6773 ofcourse yiu have to register, how will the govt handle if billions of muslims arrive in Saudi the same years
@@Asiandramas99 well if people start following the ex muslim movement in big numbers, then perhaps it might get easier
@Asiandramas99 There's a difference between hajj and umrah 😊 you do hajj once in a life time but umrah you can do as much as you want
Fun Fact:
Pilot dari Rusia, Co-pilot dari Ukraina, kedua negara' mereka sedang berperang satu sama lain dan mereka yang kemungkinan besar bukan muslim, mengantarkan para muslimin ke tempat yang diimpikannya...sweet sekali yaa..😢
nice info
PIN !!!! ❤
God bless you all. Ameeennn!
Bisa gitu ya
Islam menyatukan mereka..😅 semoga mereka segera damai, jadi harga minyak sama terigu bisa turun lagi.. saya sebagai pedagang roti jadi ikut untung kalau mereka damai..😊
I’m Malaysian and I can say Indonesians are just gems their customer service and kindness is unmatched.
Stop it
@@edwardfranklin9878what did he do????? Are you dumb
@@edwardfranklin9878you are pissfool
Excellent video, you're good man Sam. I feel you are a kind hearted guy who has no hatred towards any race or individuals.
True- it’s a shame a lot of people on these sorts of channels think bigotry is a personality.
The rise of RWNJ extremism and inbred supremacy.
Seeing the way they treat the pilgrims made tears run with no control.
As a Muslim, I would like to thank you for covering this incredible journey. Many of us dream of taking part in this auspicious journey. May God accept their hajj and bestow his blessing upon us. May God allow us to revisit this holy place again and again.
It is so touching to see how well the cabin crew treat all the passengers, especially those who are flying for the first time, and also, the elder ones. Equally beautiful to see how they are honored to serve such special passengers on this Hajj flight. And the passengers are so well behaved and they are really very very happy to be part in this journey that is so meaningful for the two billion Muslims worldwide. Thank you for this video, Sam! And I would like to wish a safe, pleasant and blessed journey to all the Muslims who are heading to Mecca for this Hajj. Greetings and peace from Brazil!
You're not just an AvGeek anymore but an Aviation Science Communicator. Well done, Sam
hajj mubarak and eid mubarak to all😊
Eid Mubarak To You 😉
Pramugari yg bantu para haji itu…pahalanya luar luar biasa besar….suatu keberuntungan buat mereka bisa membantu para haji…allah akan membalas kontan kebaikan mereka membantu para tamu Allah
So touching watching the elderly take flight for one only memory in their life... as a Muslim, I have about 32 years of waiting list before my turns.... this is so touching🥹
32 years? bruh where are you from?
wth 32 years, isnt that too much?? also yeah there can always be flights that could be cheaper
@rizkyadiyanto7922 I'm from Malaysia and if u take a look at the list Country quota for hajj, Malaysia is the most longest waiting time followed by Indonesian with an average of 1 person 80 years of waiting
@dimateadriaanm.1194 is not about price of the flight no... its about the quota Saudi Government gives to each country are different based on their population... it's not like when Hajj you can come yo Mecca and do Hajj... that's a no... you need to have primite to enter Mecca and u don't even have a chance to get close to Kaabah cuz u need the Visa Hajj...
That's why people said "register ur child Hajj since kid" sorry for my bad English lol
Sam, it is so kind and generous of you to present this, one of the pillars of the faith of Islam, especially by a non muslim in a positive light. It reminded me of my Hajj journey that I made way back in 2006-2007 season from the USA. As an aviation enthusiast, I especially love to watch videos related to it and many by you. This one is special as it add the Hajj as part of that.
“Labbayka Allahumma labbayk (Here I am, O Allah, here I am) .May Allah aceept all believers Haj mubarek.
It doesn't mean here I am.
“Labbayk Allahumma labbayk„ means “I'm standing (here) obeying you, our God, I'm standing (here) obeying you” it's translated as "here I am" for cleariness in purpose
Aameen ya Allah
the stewardess is also having special dress by wearing scarf on her head on this special Hajj Flight. GREAT Gesture!
It isn't a scarf ok
It is a hijab
Calm down bro
@@gaminghamz2024Don’t you think the poster knows the Arabic word for it?! Wow.
@@pacmanc8103 I didn't watch the video fully because I was busy but it isn't just "a scarf"
As an agnostic, I can’t help but feel the excitement of a once in a lifetime journey for these people.
my sister and her husband are on the Hajj this year.. sad but happy for them.. it is truly a special journey for all Muslims..
Glad to see that 747-400 has a chance to carry passenger once again. Not many but thanks Garuda Indonesia for returning the Queen for a short period of time before its retirement!!
Lufthansa has 8 747-400 still in regular service. With the way the 777x is coming along, they will keep going for quite a few years
Garuda actually no longer operates 747-400. The one in this video is leased on a short term basis just for the Hajj period. Which is why the pilots are not Garuda employees
For hajj period, Garuda mostly wet leased the aircraft from other operators. The unique thing I think for this year is that Garuda do not only wet lease B747-400, but for those lucky Hajj pilgrim, they also have a chance to fly with the extremely rare Airbus plane in Indonesia, A340-300, the only Airbus twin engines plane.
Amazing live journey for them. We (western's) can not understand this , but this is all for them. They waiting for this all life❤❤❤. Thanks for sharing this Sam.
These air hostesses are the most amazing people i have ever seen. They deserve an award. I am a frequent traveler and never ever seen such amazing service
You're right. Garuda is actually the reigning World's Best Cabin Crew and they won it 6 times
This is very emotional, and no one will know the feeling and the joy of going there unless you experience it by yourself. When I went there 2 years ago, I still remember the feeling and contentment I have experienced, and it is very hard to explain it to anyone.
You are so right! When I talk to other hajis and hajjahs about the haj, the memories bring a certain glazed look to their eyes, a nostalgic reverie…you can feel their minds re-living those memories.
It’s absolutely beautiful to see the dedication that goes into the pilgrimage. And that’s coming from an atheist!
How do you know they are atheists?
Ah, must be from assumption.
@@bliss6495Dude what???😂 i’m guessing english is not your first language, let me help you clarify the situation so the original poster (OP) says “coming from an atheist” he/she referring to themselves not everyone in the video 😂😂 he/she pretty much just amazed by the culture and it’s a beautiful thing, the OP means no harm, no suspicion or making an assumption, hopefully you understand what i mean
to OP just in case you’re reading this it really is beautiful especially their dedication and faith doing the Hajj ❤❤
The love by the crew, kindness, and gentleness shown to the seniors are really touching. The beauty of humanity. Wishing them a safe and successful trip. Thank you Sam for this video.❤
May Allah grant all crew members (care providers) the same blessing and ajr as He will grant to the pilgrims
Aameen
this video was very emotional to watch as a muslin, the flight attendants were very respectful of all passengers. I appreciate Sam for taking the time and document this journey.
As a muslim, I am feeling Happy That sam chui covered the hajj flight. This is an extraordinary pilgrim's journey once a year.
I had the pleasure of living and working in Indonesia for 9 years and I had a unforgettable experience during this time. It’s a beautiful country and I found the Indonesian’s very humble and welcoming people. I’m visiting again in August and this will be my first time back since 2017, I cannot wait.
Welcome back to Indonesia, Sir. Hope you will have an enjoyable time in Indonesia again.
EID MUBARAK to all my lovely Muslim brother and sisters from USA.
Indonesians are very kind people! I am happy to see them on this journey of their lifetime.
Wonderful documentary! I’m an American who lives in Malaysia, and I performed the haj in 2008 with my wife, in a Malaysian group. We spent 40 days in Saudi. The experience of a lifetime! Thanks you so much for posting. Brings back soo many memories!
May Allah accept your hajj and grant jannah to all hajj pilgrims
Ameen! Please pray for Palestine!
Ameen 🙏🏼 Pray for Muslim brothers and sisters over the world 🌍
Aameen ya Allah.
Thank you, Sam, for this report on the Hajj trip from Indonesia to Jeddah. There are many touching and expressive shots, the first of which is the flight attendants wearing abayas which shows the respect for the pilgrims. This is a very touching gesture. Secondly, the crew’s patience and good treatment. During ten long hours, they won the love of the pilgrims, which was evident in their farewells. Thank you again, Sam, for documenting the journey. May God accept their Hajj and their safe return to their families.
Aameen
It's good to see how much effort goes into helping people achieve their spiritual goals. The crew is so nice and accommodating of the circumstance of some of their passengers having never been on an airplane before. Sam did a great job covering this despite being sick. This is a very important journey for so many people.
Thank you for showing this memorable memory. I performed umrah (small hajj, can perform anytime, not only in Dzulhijjah month only) with my parents, and flied with this aircraft on 2015. This year, my parents are performing hajj. Alhamdulilah. Hopefully, me and my husband will perfom hajj soon. Inshaa Allah.
Today is the Hajj day...May Allah accept there prayers....Ameen
Aameen
Wow you take a trip with Indonesian Pilgrims, Awesome. I'm as Indonesian people is proud, you can share to the world the experience of Hajj in Indonesia with one of the Indonesian Airlines
Sometimes a simple vlog with basic camerawork can be as impressive and impactful as any scripted documentary made by a big team, or even a full feature movie. These 23 minutes were so satisfactory. And I have the same feeling, full heart and mind spinning, as I sometimes have when leaving a movie theater. Thank you, dear friend, for taking us on this very special journey. And thank you for the story telling, showing all aspects of the flight, despite the fact that you were not well. And it was so sweet, all the people happy to share this with us, happily waiving...
Fun fact in 1:43 that's the CEO of garuda
As an Indonesia moslem, whose life's goal is going on the Hajj, this video is ovewhelming for me. Thank you Sam, for giving us this point of view of the pilgrim stages.
I am Indonesia Muslim, we are welcoming every religion, coz we are friends, as aviator im really proud to see sam trying to fly this 747 with 450 pilgrims, cause 747 is rarely to see again. Some of your subscribers doesn't like Sam doing Bussines Class Video all the time, but for me it was another great knowledge and i have the same excitement even i cant afford it today, hope i can afford it some day. Beauty Video and as always Keep Flying❤❤❤
I am so appreciative that Sam is going beyond airline reviews (not that I don't enjoy those), to document aviation's very special experiences. This documentary of a Hajj flight - the piety of the pilgrims, the caring of the flight staff, is moving and wonderful.
Indonesian here, im not muslim, but seeing a non muslim covering this pilgrimage is, i believe, what needs to be shown to outsiders. We believe in unity in diversity. Though there are a few of groups who always try to divide us, these type of videos showed that we are always united regardless of race or religions. Thanks Sam
Hi Sam , thanks for taking this journey ,, just to explain white ihram clothing(cothing pilgrams wear) is intended to make everyone appear the same, to signify that in front of God there is no difference between a prince and a pauper. Ihram also contributes to a feeling of unity that pilgrims have when they are in the city of Mecca, that they are all brothers and sisters joined to worship
I crying after saw this video, thankyou mr Sam Chui to doc hajj trip and sweetness all crew member, May InsyaAllah i and my family took hajj also as soon as possible.
As a Muslim myself seeing such great service from the airline staff to accommodate Pilgrims with kindness, patience and compassion is really overwhelming. Great work Garuda Indonesia ❤
And once again awesome content by the man himself Sam Chui 🤗
Thank you for the awesome video. I am Muslim and I am Indonesian and I am very moved by this Hajj journey video. pray that I can have the opportunity to perform Hajj just like these passengers.
May ALLAH grant us all the chance to perform Hajj. It is wonderful to see that this year, a lot of international media is covering Hajj.
Aameen
As a Saudi, we have seen so many nationalities come to Hajj & Umra. & I can say with confidence that Indonesians are the most organized most civilized & most kind visitors we come to see in Saudi Arabia. They the best people to host here. God bless all Indonesians. We Saudis love you all ❤❤
Masha Allah. Thank you . I am from Indonesia and by god willing i will visit Saudi Arabia next month.
Why won't y'all love pilgrims?! They generate 10 billion dollars
Not to mention how much they spend in shopping..😅😅
It's not easy videoing such an emotional trip while being sick.
I am sure the 747's toilets served you well.
The best aviation channel.
My Mom is performing her Hajj this year amongst all these beautiful Hajjis. They are incredible and amazing for their strength and determination, it’s beautiful to see their lifelong dreams come true. Sam, this is the most touching and beautiful video I’ve ever watched on your channel and as a long time viewer, I thank you for shedding light on this beautiful journey.
Thanks sam for showing this beautiful journey of Haji's love from India 🇮🇳
I live in Indonesia, and I was sad that Garuda retied the 747, its nice to see it back for hajj flights.
Sam Chui, I’ve seen almost all your flight vlogs but this is one of the best I’ve seen. Even if I’m a non Muslim. I don’t know but I’m teary eyed after watching all of these. Such an emotional flight. Spread kindness throughout the world..
I am very touched to see how they preserve their strong faith to hajj. May Allah blessed them all. Thank Sam for making us see this hajj flight.
Thanks Sam for this documentary and showing hajj journey. Love from Malaysia❤
Indeed a very special flight thank you so much for covering a very special and emotional journey
Sam, terima kasih banyak buat videonya. I’m half Indonesian and my wife is full. Although we’re not Muslims ourselves, many of our relatives and friends are. And some of them already did the hajj. This video shows what humanity is all about. Crew was outstanding, especially taking care of the elderly and less abled. May the pilgrims have a blessed hajj.
One of the best of your videos I ever seen. It shows humbleness and peace, and I was about to cry, especially for the flight attendent who showed so much patience and respect for passengers.
Thanks for documenting this event and letting your fans, followers and the world see from your lenses what and how things took place and the tedious process. It is indeed a privilege to witness and experience this firsthand.
For many of them, this is the journey of a lifetime. Many of them have to sell almost everything they can afford to pay for the trip and have to wait decades to get on the list. For many, it is also their first time flying on the plane. A very good insight into the kind of work the airline puts in to make sure everything is in order for this type of flight.
Thanks a trillion Zillion times Sam Chui for this special video, reminds me of my very first flight as a flight attendant, it was a Hajj flight from Nigeria to Jeddah, this lovely video brought memories of 😢 and 😂 to my face, I love everything about this video, you are a Darling Sam Chui
As a turkish muslim I hope for all the pilgrims that Allah swt will accept their hajj. The video is just beautyful and touching I have tears in my eyes
Wow probably my favourite samchui video, love the respect Indonesia has for hajj
Glad to see Russian and Ukranian working together as a team ❤
MashaAllah. InshaAllah safe trip back. I cried seeing happiness and the humble for this hujaaj people. I did my hajj very long time ago in 1983. Also worked in Saudi Arabia over 13 years. Missed being in our holly land. This is lifetime achievement. InshaAllah Allah will accept their hajj.
Thank you for sharing this experience. I always love aviations. Watching your channel for long time.
Total pilgrim for 2024 is 254.000 people, and i twice go to Saudi, one to umrah and one to hajj, always crying and emotional to see flight like that, so many memories....u are lucky man, could flight with them to hajj and its an amazing experience than normal flight isnt?
Thank to ur chanel and i am ur subscriber
We used to do Hajj flight when I worked at Flying Tigers. I worked in operations so I never went on one but I knew crew who did. Quite a different experience I’m told. I believe an Overseas National Airline aircraft was brought down during a Hajj flight by pilgrim who started a fire onboard to cook a meal. Many of the pilgrims have no knowledge of modern conveniences which can be a problem.
WHAT A VIDEO AND WHAT AN ATMOSPHERE IN THE FLIGHT!!REALLY ABSOULTLY AMAZING!!!
I’m Indonesian. Thank you Sam for sharing this. Really warm my heart. Wishing safe flight and prayers for all the Hajj Pilgrimage. God bless
As an Indonesian Moeslem who currently living abroad, your video give me a feeling that I can’t describe through the word. It’s just amazing. I don’t know if my parents got the opportunity for hajj, but I really hope they do. Thanks Sam.
Thanks sam for covering this Hajj flight, a big thank as well for the cabin crew for taking care all of the passangers on board, their patience are another level. May Allah bless them with prosperity in Dunya and akhiroh
Salute to the cabin crew... they are only for 2 months contract...yet see how gentle and patient they are...👍
Wow look how they are actually cleaning the toilet floors with their bare hands... commendable 👍
For this 2 months they got paid like half a year. The problem is that not many cabin crew wants to perform this flights.
Thanks Sam for shedding a light on Haj and Haj flights. No one has done it before. You are amazing, and I'm now an official fan.
When I worked as a Pan Am cabin crew member, Pan Am (then the only U.S. carrier flying only internationally) flew many Hajj flights to and from Saudi Arabia. It was a great honor to be able to serve those passengers.
Hey Sam, that's some incredible experience fly along with Hajj pilgrims.
Keep up the good work!
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Emotional video ❤
Being a muslim Very happy to see this video
May Allah call us on Hajj next time
Very touching to see the attitude of the air hosts/hostesses. May Allah accept all the pilgrims Hajj.
im Saudi from al madinah al mawnurah and this video really touched my heart as i was about to cry :( may Allah accept the pilgrims worship and may you all have a blessed EId