BRUTALLY HONEST | 15h in ECONOMY aboard Qatar Airways' Airbus A350-1000 from Los Angeles to Doha
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FLIGHT INFORMATION
Airline: Qatar Airways
Aircraft: Airbus A350-1000 / Boeing 787-8
Registration: A7-ANJ / A7-BCB
Flight Time: 15h 00min / 0h 50min
Seat: 46A / 35A
From: Los Angeles International
Via: Doha Hamad
To: Dubai International
Date: September 2021
EQUIPMENT INFORMATION
Cameras used: Canon R6 (Canon 15-35mm F2.6 and Canon 35mm F2.0), Canon G7X Mark III, GoPro Hero 8 Black, DJI Osmo Pocket
Additional equipment used: GoPro Suction Cup, Rode VideoMic Pro+, Rode smartLav+, Rode Wireless Go 2, Blue Yeti Podcast Microphone
PRICE BREAKDOWN
Total Price: EUR 431.77
Total Routing: BER-DOH-AUH, rebooked to LAX-DOH-DXB in August 2021
Booked through: Qatar Airways Website
Cost includes: Economy Class Ticket including 30kg checked luggage and free seat reservations
Booking made: July 2021
VIDEO BREAKDOWN
00:00 - Introduction
00:51 - My mistake and Qatar's fantastic help!
01:46 - Boarding
02:31 - Cabin and Seat
04:06 - Take Off
05:32 - Amenity Kit and Hygiene Kit
06:17 - Dinner Service
07:48 - Inflight
08:30 - Snacks
09:33 - Breakfast Service
10:25 - Arrival in Doha
12:12 - Al Mourjan Lounge
13:20 - Flight to Dubai
16:49 - Conclusion
19:13 - Outro
COLLABORATION DISCLAIMER
This video does not contain product placements. The airline was neither involved nor informed about the production of this Tripreport. The ticket fare was paid by ourselves.
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Pleaseee adhere to his advice on using the headphone bags etc as garbage bags 🙏🏽🙏🏽🙏🏽 its so so so much easier on ground handling when cleaning
In many cases, I never take the headphones out of the package, as I use my own with a two-pin adapter. Can they use those same headphones?
@@gparyani even if you don’t use the headphone bags, if the airline provides vomit bags you can use those as well or any bag for that matter that is disposable it helps with turnaround time
@@_w_w_ fair enough I know the airline I work with does this as well so it’s a fair point, any bag that can be of use would be appreciated though
Ok , do you work there or you feel bad
I always tuck garbage into the seat pocket and hand it to the flight attendant when they come around for garbage. Or put it in my backpack and take it with me and dump it into a trash bin in the airport. People who leave garbage on flights are a POS.
Has anyone actually ever used the coat hook on the seat?
No
@@thebobasquad645drinknekoslabIf yes press the dislike button?
Yup I have on BA Premium Economy flight
Yes for hanging my headphones while i go to the toilet
I use it for my travel pillow or my hoodie or light jacket.
A great thing about being a long time viewer is seeing the quality of these videos going up over time, I'd argue this is one of your best videos to date! great stuff guys, cant wait for more brutally honest!
Firstly, what is so good about this channel is that it deals largely with economy flying which, lets face it, is how most of us impecunious fliers travel. Secondly ty for giving a shout out to the QA ground staff who fixed your problem. I was stuck in the Philippines after the pandemic started, having flown in from UK with Air China (excellent service btw) but they had cancelled all flights, leaving me stranded. The only options were Saudia and Qatar. The Qatar liaison officer was efficient, kind and helpful (I was panicking a bit by this time due to complicated Philippines internal travel) and QA did NOT profiteer on the ticket price. The 'plane was less than 50% full and service was excellent as well as kind and friendly.
Respect for typing all that
I fly once a month in qatar airways for Doha to Houston and back. Same aircraft and about the same amount of time too. I usually upgrade and get the q-suite but, I have to say either cabin has excellent service it really is a great airline.
What do you do for work, sir?
@@vimaanvaAB350 oil and gas of course
How do you upgrade ? do you book directly with Qatar ? tx
I really like these videos that give an unbiased report on conditions on various airlines and aircraft types. It's good to be able to use these when considering booking on airlines you haven't yet flown on.
I flew Qatar airways in 2019 from Lagos to Boston, and i must confess that it was a dope experience: the customer service and food were impeccable!
Dope is such a ridiculous word
@@Bugsybugs - you are ridiculous. Are you the grammar police.
Brutally Honest episodes are my favorite thing on CZcams. What a fun job you have!❤️👍✈️
I love Qatar Airways and Emirates. I flew from Dubai to Los Angeles on August 2021 a total of 16 hrs and 48 mins. Amazing flight, crew, A380 business was comfortable.
Nicely done. Thank you. I've been meaning to try Qatar and this encourages me more. The only drawback with middle eastern carriers is having to stop in Doha, etc. as opposed to a direct flight. Thanks again.
I’ve traveled with Qatar in business a few times and they are exceptional. From service to quality of food / beverages not to mention the airport lounges.
I highly recommend this experience.
Awesome video. Love the moodlight on both planes. It's very impressive that they used a 788 for a 50-minute flight. I'm very surprised to see they served a small snack on the second flight
Friendly reminder to be Kind to Your Flight Attendants…They’ve been flying overworked and understaffed, and are all human beings. The entire world is understaffed… be kind to those who show up!
I appreciate this kind of review that does not include videos of the flight attendants. This is very respectful to the hard working flight attendants.
As someone who used to work in a middle east airline, airline reviews are very dangerous for flight attendants because I know one airline who fires their people immediately if they are shown with a stain on their uniform, or if they dont get to check on the toilet (bec everybody is queuing and the crew are busy still serving meals - and people just throw trash everywhere thinking the crew are their personal nannies!) I can’t name the airline bec they are very litigious and obsessed with their social media presence to cover up the mess inside the company…
I flew QR recently from Montreal to Doha , Doha to Colombo and Colombo to Doha. Service is good. Doha Hamad Airport is excellent
Top marks to Qatar for re-booking you on the later flight free of charge, many airlines would have charged you for a new ticket as you missed your first flight. Every meal looked tasty,
particularly the amazing mezze on your second flight. Hats off to you David for doing a 30+ hour journey in economy, done it many times myself, its not always this easy. The NFC reader
enables you to access contactless apps on your device including Qatar Airways Oryx IFE that allows you continue watching a move on your next flight as it saves your viewing history. It
also allows you to pay for items on board such as wifi. Every airline has cut back, however, Qatar still offer a premium economy product.
@@_w_w_ "The flights are practically empty" - You must be talking about Canada, the United States or the Far East. Flights are not practically empty coming out and going into Europe. I had six flights last month (2 on A330s, 2 on 777s and 2 on A350s, 2 were completely full, 3 were 80% full and only one of them was about 50% full.
@@_w_w_ again, flights from the United States might be empty. The world does not revolve around the United States. Flights in a lot of the rest of the world are as full as they were before the pandemic hit.
Not Air Mauritius
Flight changes have been free on Qatar Airways since the pandemic started.
Really? Then you must not have flown much! If he missed the flight due to a delay or the original flight being late, they just book you on the next flight out and FREE! I have flown over 250000 nm in the last 1.5 year alone since my business volunteered me to do the trips (not my choice) because the others were hesitant and I have been rebooked, free, on every leg where I missed my flight. We are a small company and no corporate tickets. We book, travel and get reimbursed.
Super video David, I liked the Doha to Dubai flight. Keep continuing the amazing work.
Servus Simply Aviation Crew,
another great brutally honest trip report... Amazing to watch!
Compared to your regular trip videos, I really appreciate your audio comment as you have a great pronounciation. Furthermore, some emotions are much better to transport than just text - which is also somethings distracting from the views itself - and you provide great views as usual! :)
Keep up the great work! Greetings from a German in DXB 🌴
I've been waiting for this 📹 Qatar airways brutally honest review 👍🏼
I didn't know they brought the a350 for the LAX-Doha route. It used to be 777-300. I used to be ground crew when they first opened the LAX base.
I am impressed. I already flew 4 times with them, but to see them serve 3 hot times on a flight - even though it's a very long one - is amazing. And quality meals. Plus power outlets directly available right in front of you 👍🏽 Bravo.
The RECARO CL3710 seat also has a neck support integrated in the headrest. Pull up the lower part of the headrest to deploy it, it’s an amazing feature. Try it next time
The cabin noise difference between airbus and boeing is amazing.
I have been traveling by Qatar Airways for years. Before pandemic they offered hot towels, cheese, butter , menu card.... During pandemic they are cutting their expenses.
Nice video mate. You have some of the best in the business
The lounge at Doha and indeed the whole of Hamad International Airport is superb.
Amazing video as always David!😸
First time traveling Qatar airlines USA to Pakistan I love their food hospitality service highly recommend to travel in this airline ❤️
As always amazing review. But, why no reviewer talks about:
1. Their Height? Good leg space for one can be not so good for the other person.
2. Seat padding (especially back rest padding). Important for long haul flights. Is it wafer thin or mattress comfy. Just saying
Completely agree with you. For me is legroom and seat comfort more important than what type of food is served.
6:46 it's kadhai paneer, rice and dal makhani. A traditional Indian subcontinent recipe. Great video as always
Always aim for the long layover in Doha!
I love for you to do like this with every Airlines, you are awesome clear and accurate, really love your voice
As a family of 5 we enjoyed our economy class travel with Qatar Airlines from DFW to Mumbai in 2015. Truly a great airlines.
My first flight to International sector in the year of 2006.
MAA-DOH-LHR-MAA
In years I have travelled with many international airlines to multiple destinations.
But the mesmerising memories of QR remains in my heart as first love ..
We love them! They are fabulous!!
thank you for this video since i can utilise it as an IELTS speaking materials in order to talk in part 2
Another great video and I always fly Qatar Airways. The only negative is how they dramatically reduced the benefits when upgrading with points! You can nolonger get free business lounge access which was one of the main perks! That and the fact their bonus Miles offers have practically all but disapeared.
Valid point, Emirates are doing the same, some points Business Class tickets have 23kg luggage, no lounge access or chauffeur service and no dine on demand.
Economy with a flat bed, simple.
Ooooo
Covid cost cutting?
@@amc3 Bueno tarde o temprano tenía que pasar eso en las aerolíneas del Golfo Pérsico, la ayuda de sus gobiernos no puede ser eterna.
I flew economy but my one world status got me in all the lounges.
Took this flight to and fro in 2018 on the 777-200 LR. Amazing experience and they feed you extremely well !!
HOW DO U GUYS MANAGE TO GET ENTIRE ROWS TO YOURSELF ON LONG HAUL FLIGHTS!!!!! I end up with a cramped overbooked flight everytime I fly, regardless of the time of year or the airline.
Qatar Airways is a good airline and courteous staff 4 years back during my European trip
Great presentation and for that long flight, whew! You manage!
👌👌👌
Great video, as always... thanks!
Graduating from LSU in May then flying to Tanzania! Love the sweatshirt!
OMG I'M GOING TO DOHA IN 2 DAYS IN SO EXCITED AFTER WATCHING THIS IS BEEN AN YEAR SINCE I WENT THERE AAAAAAAAAA
The meals were meager. No cheese/crackers/dressing/salt/pepper/butter. I wonder if that would have received a thumbs up on another airline or if they wouldn't have graciously moved you to the later flight? I appreciate the fact they did that without fuss, but seriously the flights weren't full!
You can survive without cheese and butter for a day.
This is super helpful ❤️ thank you
I travelled few times with Qatar airways and they are really good.
Great review on another 6th freedom flight.
But you have to drag your carry lagguage all the way stairs to the plane. I hope if they can improve this feature
Thanks for your great review! 👍👍👍 Qatar has been our trusted and reliable long-haul airline of choice for our return Kuala Lumpur - Philadelphia/New York journey since 2014. We love the crew’s friendliness, the food (including our penchant for the savory snack), the relaxing ambiance and a host of other reasons. We even flew during the pandemic and are flying again with them next April to JFK. Well done Qatar for your consistency and pro-active attitude despite the multitude of challenges that Covid-19 has befallen the aviation industry.
qatar has my upmost respect because they serve to philadelphia. Before I had to drive 2-3 hours to JFK or EWR just to fly to india
8:39 I was not expecting to see 4700 BC popcorn! It is made by PVR, a huge cinema chain here in India. Shocked that Qatar have chosen to serve it! (PS - the Himalayan salt flavour is my favourite!)
Lots of Indian food on that flight
hai na?!
Bhai USA middle east flight mein kadhai paneer de dia, popcorn kya cheez hai?
Why be surprised? Qa is full of Indians in management and lower grades
I'm a new subscriber of your channel. I just love your honest reviews.
Keep flying and entertain us!
Hi David! Thank you for the great reviews of amazing Qatar Airways. May I ask you to make loo reviews in your trip reports? Thank you
Great video divid sir keep up good work
Qatar is my fav airline. There's one time I was given a room at Melia coz my flight layover is more than 12hr. It was amazing experience with Qatar.
Qatar airways staff here proud 🤧😍
Kadhai paneer and dal makhni are my favorite too. Punjabi food is internationally recognised 😍
gonna fly qatar airways from singapore to doha this december! hopefully it will be the a350 as they are just amazing👍👍
Qatar airways a very great airline
Awesome well done thanks for all information
Emirates and Qatar they know haw to look after passenger! You never going to be disappointed flying with them !
This video was really good!
Hey David, are Simon and felix still with simply aviation team. By the way loved this trip report
For Felix, he still in team. For Simon, I didn't know, but I hope he still in team.
@@rezaalan3991👍
You should try Emirates economy on the A380 from LAX to DXB
been that plane and route with awesome service
Yea it is still one of the best airline voted six year’s in a row
On October I flew in air france's a350 from são paulo to paris, and the qatar's a350 was parked beside our plane, it was amazing
Thank you very much for the information you have shared continue with the great job you're doing. 🤗
Some of qatar a350 1000 has paint issues 4 of them were grounded
Good video. I also like your logical scoring system..
I really appreciate this video since I did not know what to expect with Qatar Airways. I'll be flying Qatar on my next flight to Asia!
Really awesome!
Seemed pretty pleasant
The chocolate mousse is the best one, i always ask for more from it
A 15 hour flight is insane. You should have gone business class.
I LOVE BRUTALLY HONEST
Love this video 😊😊😊❤️...
The seating was quite OK, though if the seat in front of you were to be reclined it would be a bit snug. The food service was very good for Economy. I would not expect three choices, nor would I expect metal cutlery and the snack bar in Economy! The price for the wifi seemed lower than some other airlines. The food choices in the lounge were also impressive. A good flight experience!
Nice flight report.
I like your recent vlogs becuase it has a narration.
The NFC reader is for your phone. If you have oryx one app downloaded on your phone, you can set your movie list, Playlist for music and so on.
Went on the a350-900 they game me that candy aswell it was soo nice
Good info, Thanks.
Thanks so much
What is the policy on carry-on luggage? Is a backpack and carry-on suitcase allowed per person? Thank you.
I had a great 14 hr flight from Boston to Doha with the "real" Qatar Airways also. The staff was polished and amazing.
I live in Qatar rn it’s AMAZING 😻
We are very happy with Qatar. We've been flying with Qatar over the years and will continue to do so. They make it easy if you need to cancel your ticket, delay/rebook your flight, prompt refund in full, zero fee, or voucher with 10% added. Great meals even for people who always show a distaste for airline meals. One extra note: if you have a long stop over at Hamad Airport in Doha be sure to find the Quiet Room (free, no membership required) where long recliners would sooth your back and have a good sleep.
Is the quiet room different than the lounge? Is it for economy flyers also
@@hyeonly4160 Not the same. For all classes.
Thanks for your video 🌷
great video i hope you can make also some video about Philippine Airline and Cebu Pacific. Thanks you and god bless
This is the best airline and the best trip I have been on I have been on the same fight but it was longer but I have went from LAX to DOHA and from doha to EGYPT and that is the longest flight time in the world bc it can be up to 40+ hours long
Qatar airways is tremendous love from Pakistan 🇵🇰
Ambient mood lighting reduces stress
Leading airlines. Well done Qatar!
Could you please try Transavia again? Your only video of them was 5 years ago
Awesome view very quite lift off
I have flown too Thailand from London numerous times times using Qatar airways with the exception of using Air India once(which I would never recommend). Qatar airways planes are very comfortable and the service is always good, but the prices for flying with Qatar seem to be a lot more expensive than other airlines now.
True but we get what we pay for. I heard they pay their aircraft employee way better than their competition so they have to make it somewhere. Plus, we see that in employees always so nice and courteous.
Air India's landing is so shit
David, if the adjacent seats were filled and you had to sleep/rest in your seat only, how comfortable was the seat? Were you able to sleep in that seat? Did the seat's backward tilting angle was comfortable to sleep?
Good question. Can’t review an airline in economy class if you have a row of seats to yourself , that is extremely inaccurate as an experience as most times , we fly at busy times when all seats are occupied. If you have a row of seats to sleep on , even the worst airline can seem comfortable to a person like me who just needs to sleep
3:26 An NFC reader allows you to transfer your Oryx One playlist to your seat with just a tap.
15 hour flight... I can't do it my last 8 hour flight felt insanely too long. I have a 10 hour flight coming up and I'm not looking forward to it lol.. 15 hours man props
7:35
I know exactly what you mean! I live very close to two big dairy factories which are famous for their yoghurt and butter. I once ate yoghurt produced near my house (i can see the factory when looking out the windows) far away from home. Such a weird feeling xD