DAD'S LAST FLIGHT AFTER 31 YEARS FLYING WITH AMERICAN AIRLINES
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- čas přidán 14. 08. 2019
- I had the privilege of being on my dad's last flight with American Airlines (SJC-ORD), after his long 38 year career. He spent 31 years with American Airlines and before that flew C-130s with the United States Coast Guard in Kodiak, AK. It was an honor to be part of the experience and thankful to American for making his arrival into O'hare really cool.
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Thank you all for watching this video! Like many of you noticed and commented, he is a humble man who doesn't like the attention, but has been reading all of the comments and has been amazed by all your kind words! He didn't order the water cannons for himself as he didn't want the attention, or like he told me, "didn't want to delay passengers". American Airlines and the chief pilots ordered it for him and set it up without him knowing. I'm so glad they did. Thanks again for watching and helping close a chapter in my dad's life.
This is really cool video. Respect to your dad
I think they wanted to do something nice he would remember. So I think the water cannons was a nice touch for the many year's he been with the airline.
Very kind dad. Reminds me of my headmaster at hight school. Cool dad u got bro. take good care of him.
This is a really feel good video 😁👍
this was awesome man
Let’s be honest none of us searched for this but all of us liked it
Correct 🙂👍
So true. This appeared randomly in my feed. I liked it
Very true i got it randomly.
Yep.
Let's be honest, every random video that is good has someone saying they never searched it
"We've been married for 42 years.... It's going well."
J Iron I caught that too! Love the choice of words there.
@@DavidThomas-jc8ov I don't get it. Can you enlighten me?
irsute8833 He analyzed his marriage of 40+ years, as if it was a quantifiable analysis. Adorable man.
I'm sure she enjoyed putting the number out there.
ok.................................?
Pilot announces: All right guys this is my last flight
Passengers: 😨
👍👍😂😂
🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣, oh noooo
😂🤣🤣🤣i felt same too🤣
🤣🤣
😂
I’m just starting my pilot career with American Airlines. 35 years from now I hope my kids are making the same video. God Bless and hope dad is enjoying his retirement.
That’s amazing Matt, I’m currently going with IFR now. I’m still a little bit far from starting my career in an airline but hopefully I’m making it!
31 years at any job is really respectable imo
This guy has had the same job longer than I have lived. That’s madness
Yeah, you'll never find a Millenial with that kind of dedication.
1000th like :)
Most places in any industry nowadays don't want anyone to stay even half that long. Not in the United States.
my mum is 55 years old and she's been a teacher for 33. still two years to retire 😩
Why airlines don’t make videos like this as adverts amazes me
IKR
They would love to make videos like this. But probably still not much realized about it yet. Videos like this are very personal and lovely. (For me) it's quite difficult to make something like this into some business things like ads. The taste will not be the same.
I will never forget the beautiful ads that American and United did after 911.... czcams.com/video/V64IMaou8lU/video.html
Nice idea
right??
I'm not even half way through the video and it's already got the tears flowing down my cheeks.
My Dad was an airline Captain too, he used to fly Airbus A320's and Boeing 717's (that was before the a320) here in Australia. In October of 2016, exactly 3 years ago, he was forcibly retired at 56 years of age due to a serious stroke which ultimately meant his pilot's licence had to be cancelled as a result. He unfortunately didn't get the proper water salute/send-off from the firetrucks due to the sudden stroke. This video brought back so many memories as we used to go on trips with Dad occasionally and it was always so much fun for me as a kid. 4 months ago I got myself a job working as cabin crew on the exact same Boeing 717's that dad once flew back in the day and Dad cried, he was so proud and took us all out for dinner to celebrate. Dad was a captain for 17 years and a First Officer for 6 years before that. I'm sure he would still love to be flying today - he has a flight sim at home that he uses almost daily and although he hasn't said it, I'm sure he misses it. I'm sorry your career was cut short Dad, I hope you're proud of me and I'm glad I could keep aviation in the family.
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You must be very proud of your Dad..God bless your family..
im crying.
Nooo! I’m crying 😭 god bless you all 🙏🏽
Awwwww the poor guy :( Maybe you could arrange for him to go up in a small aircraft at a flying school (with another pilot of course) and have another go at the controls? Essentially another flying lesson. He won’t need a licence for that
"God is good" such a character, 100% respect.
@@domyac9392 Amazing video, the ending brought a laugh to an almost sad ending. Jets off will call you nice knowing you haha
Yes!...All the time!🙏(i caught that too)
God is great
I came here on random, left with a few tears, wtf!? LOL
A.S Photography Same 😂
🍀❤🥰
Me too.
😭
Me too ☹️😬
I’ve been with American for 28 years as a Fleet Service Clerk, and every time I have a plane pull into my gate with a retiring Captain or First Officer it makes me feel good to be a part of their final trip!
Thanks for your service! You should get the water cannon salute too!
Terri Stonewall,
I think the final trip thou are referring to is when they put you six feet in the ground. LOL!
I do the same thing you do but in the USAF. I can’t imagine doing it for 28 years. Props to you lol.
everyones job matters, thats what i think about everytime i watch these videos, no matter if youre a captain, a bus driver, a physician or a nurse
this world only works because everyone is doing his/her job well :)
@Dark Fortnite lmao everything isn't for everyone, as long as you're happy it works..
I love that..."married almost 42 years...it's going well.."
The water salute got the tears rolling for me! My career is only just beginning as a pilot, but I can only dream of having a career like him! ✈️ Happy retirement!
Keep the good work up and sky will be your limit. #MUCHLOVE #GOODLUCK
Good luck
Be safe
Keep everyone safe.
LynettaaShay good luck bruv I wish u THE BEST
Good luck & all the best❤
Good luck👍 I wish to become one as well
Makes me think of my dad who has worked in the same airport as a baggage handler for 40 years and hopes to retire in 5 years at 65.
Bohnestiel M
awww.. my best wishes to him 😊 I can relate
Unsung hero, it's people like your father who just get on with the job with the goals of providing for their family
Bohnestiel M god bless him and his health
The difference is, when a baggage handler retires, they flush them off the airport grounds with the firetrucks. I kid though.
The same here. My Dad retired from TWA after working there for 36 years as a technician. He passed away few years back at the age of 83.
You can tell he’s sad. God bless and enjoy your retirement to the fullest.
I am a American Airline Flight Attendant and I want to say your Father will be very much missed....He is Smart, Kind most of all humble one of a kind for sure. May God Bless you and your family always
*_i would honestly be so sad 😞 last flight and he’s done that for 38 years_*
hes been a pilot for 38 years and 31 for ama, that does not mean he will never fly again tho.
Trust me he's probably seen enough of flying
@@mynoxx01 it does except small private plane
uɐʍʞ tough it is ,finish this chapter and going into the last chapter of his life ,because that the way it is
How genuine oh my god how generous in his duties may allah show you the genuine way ahead...ameen
I always get choked up when I watch these wonderful endings of a rewarding career and the next chapter in these awesome pilots lives.
Have a great retirement!
He' Will probably be flying his Piper cub just for fun enjoying the rest of his life
same
god is good!
My son is at the other end of the spectrum just beginning his career in the right seat of a 767...
Enjoy your retirement !!!!
Congratulations for your son ! He must make you and the rest of the family proud !
Rajib Sharma , thank you so much! That has been his goal since grade school. He has been flying since he was 14 (gliders), got his pilots licence before his drivers licence. There have been rough times, lean times, and good times....he never lost sight of where he wanted to be....
@@senjurajib ِ A great country that allows its citizens to own guns? oh really? wow!
@@balsumfractus awesome! want to get a PPL too, as soon as I have some capital;)
Roester thank you... I had the same dream as a youngster, but gave up too soon.......
31 years flying for American airlines but this pilot mentions nearly 42 years married. A powerful testament that ol school can still rule! God bless you mum and dad!
Great video documenting his last flight. Enjoy Retirement!
I honestly cried to this, happy retirement. I'm late but still.
@@bobbyshmurda6424 k
From one American pilot to another, Congrats! Well done sir, enjoy your retirement!!!
L R you fly for American? Is it good
Kenneth American is a great company. I’ve been working professionally under the AMR/AAG umbrella for over twelve years. I always wanted to work for American since I was a child, so for me it was dream come true.
Jaspal Badwal he won’t answer your question because he’s lying
Jaspal Badwal Hey Jaspal. I’m sorry I didn’t see your post from a few weeks ago. Anyhow, congrats on beginning your journey to becoming an airline pilot!! The time from receiving all your certifications to actually getting your first professional gig is totally dependent on how much you fly and the type of experience you get prior to filling out that first application. The majors in the US require between 750-1500 minimum flight time to apply, dependent on your training. You must also take into consideration your competitiveness in comparison to other pilots also applying for the same job. A company like American hires people from all backgrounds and walks of life, and competitive time on a pilot to pilot basis is on average about 4000-5000 hours total flight time right now. Some hire with more, some hire with less. Hope that answers your question!
Love this!
Pilot: "God is good" 5:01
Also, the family bond, awesome!
Happy retirement, Captain!
Make me crying, thinking of my dad, who was a truck driver, unfortunately he was gone in a crash in 2007 summer. He is humble like the pilot, he should have been retired if he is still alive. I miss you dad!
I'm sorry for your loss. Truck Drivers are the best.
that water cannon salute had me in tears
I love that they do that for long time Pilots... Great act of respect
yeah, same 😭😭😭😭 everytime I see that, it makes me sad and cry... I've seen it twice.
I want to be like him when I’m older and making my kids proud.
Just work hard, or smart! and your kids will be proud of ya!
❤
Amen God will see you in whatever you ask...I pray for you too
I wish I flew with this Gentleman. Seems like a kind and gentle soul.
May the rest of his life, be the best of his life.
As a frequent traveler and a flier almost exclusively with American Airlines, I might have at some point been on your Dad’s flight. Happy retirement, sir!
Wow, very touching and he is so humble. I hope he enjoys his retirement. American Airlines was a better company with him behind the yoke.
Was he based @ ORD? So happy that you enjoyed his last flight! My dad flew for UAL, DC 10, but missed his last flight due to the ORD DC 10 incident in 1979.
I too retired 2 months after your dad after 43 years as an ICU nurse. My coworkers secretly arranged for fellow coworkers I have worked with all over the hospital to line the corridor and clap as I left the ICU for the last time. I tried all day not to cry when people came to the unit to see me but the standing ovation was a total surprise and I then broke down and cried. It is a wonderful feeling and your dad deserved it!
I love this! My 29 year old Son is a Pilot for Delta. I was flying back from Barcelona to JFK and my Son called me and asked where I was. I told him JFK going to SLC. He asked what flight, told him and he told me he was my Pilot! It was such a treat and was soo proud of him!👨✈️✈️❤️
God bless that man. Seems like a genuine down to earth great human being. May retirement bring him everything and more he ever wanted. And may he live a long and healthy life. You deserve it
The Truth Amen to this for him
Your dad seems like a great man.
He’s so humble, my heart feels fulls after watching this!
Man, I am sitting here eating pizza and drinking beer but this man's sincerity, joy and happiness brings an effing tear to my eye.
Congratulations on your dad’s retirement. My dad also retired from American Airlines as a Captain on a Boeing 777. He retired from American after 32 years. I went on his last flight to London.
‘God is good’ I got that from the captain, what an amazing man.
They don't make people like you anymore, sir.
Your dedication is admirable.
I have so very much respect for you, safeguarding the lives of thousands and thousands of people over all those years.
Thank you so much!
I just cried in about 4:30. Your dad looks like very kind and optimistic person happy of his life. Id like to be like he, live this life in the best way. I hope it will come true for me and you everyone :)
I feel like the fact that the captain didn't expect the water cannon salute made it all the more memorable for him.
I tip my hat to this man,, I am only a private pilot and it's so challenging, I can't imagine what this captain went through making millions of decisions that made everything safe over the years.
Happy retirement captain.
Awesome.! Pilots like your dad should be given way more thanks by society and be paid far more. Your dad safely got a million people or more where they needed to go during his career. Amazing job!
Probably closer to 10 million!
Let’s fly upside down. This guy got jokes. Lmao
Wow this brought back memories. My Dad was a captain with American and retired 24 years ago. Very emotional for all of us. We lost him in June but my brother is carring it forward. He also is a Captain for American.
Nate, what an AWESOME SON you are to recognize HONOR your FATHER this way......I thank GOD for watching, protecting, and keeping this Angel of a Pilot safe, as your Father, compassionately and carefully flew many people around the world......What TRUE HERO your FATHER IS! BE BLESSED and BE THANKFUL!
You're dad is lucky, he has flown people around the world that are going to weddings, birthdays and funerals. He is a very lucky man, when I am older I want to be. pilot, you're dad should get a real praise for all of the work that he has done for 31 years.
You are a lucky son of a great mum and dad.God bless
“God is good all the time” very true. Should be proud of your father.✋️👏
I don't even know your dad, but I am crying at how sweet this is. A whole life dedicated to his family and flying. What a beautiful life.
Amazing an humble man right there. Doing the same thing for 30 plus years is amazing. Not only did he do the sane thing he stayed married to 1 lady. Your mom is also amazing too. She stood by him an did not walk away when times got hard. Tell your dad an mom congrats. Now momma dont have to worry anymore about her hunny. She knows he will be home an safe on the ground. Your dad got so many ppl to an from where they was going threw the good times an the bad times. He made sure they was all safe an sound. I loved how he stayed so calm on his last flight. So many get all extra excited an let it get to their head an they make mistakes an your dad didnt. Tell them both congrats. He reminds me of my grandpa when he spoke about marriage. My grandparents was married for 62 yrs before he passed 4 yrs ago he told the nurse 1 day well its going good. They all laughed. He would always go well we been married 60 years so it has to be going well to be together that long an still alive. Lol
Who would dislike such a beautiful video???? Wish your dad a beautiful retirement! 👏👋✈
Anyone else started to tear up when they welcomed him with the water and vehicles after landing?
Yep water works started
:(((
I started to tear up when the dad was walking down the stairs at the end TT
Yes😪
MEEEEEEEE
He's been chillin for the last 30 days congratulations. 🛬🛫💺✈️
As a guy with 35 years with the same employer and looking to retire in the near future, I strive to have as much class as your dad on my final day at work. Great video.
Decent man, decent job, decent retirement and employee farewell. It was a pleasure to watch it!
Your dad seems like such a great guy.
Happy retirement Captain. What an amazing career. Sure you are going to get you a nice little plane and continue flying. Love from South Africa.
God is good, humble, professional, and friendly to the personal. Great pilot
38 years with american airlines that was more than a tribute to you and so many lifes that depends on you to take them coming and going to their destination what a tremendous job Fly with so many risk so many feets above earth I can't found the best words to say god bless you so much experience I felt sad you are retiring but we all appreciate the good job you have done and all the lifes that was in your hands each time you fly with the last flights with your wife and son enjoy your self happy retirement you are truly miss 38 years of greatness History made it course .
His words to his wife were GOD IS GOOD..
AMEN
Truly touched my heart,
I am a commercial pilot and my career was cut short due to health and Diabetes...
I can assure it is not easy to leave the skies after all these years..
Happy retirement Captain..u truly touched my heart with ur words.
God is Good
And Amen
I retired from flying 10 months ago with a similar career. Difficult to let go but yes, GOD is GOOD!
Loosing my Class 1 is my biggest fear. I wouldm't wish that on my worst enemy
Flying was my dream. Diabetes cut my wings.
@@josemiranda1241 what if you have diabetes?
@@Ghoulsfull Depending how bad it is you will not be able to fly. If you faint in the plane with a low blood sugar!, everybody dies! The FAA let you fly now Private at least checking your sugar before flight and monitoring yourself.
Enjoy your retirement Captain, you're a inspiration not everyone is so lucky to fly 38 years. God bless you
What a kind sweet FLYIN'GUY..and a lovely loving family...l bet theyre relieved.....l hope he has Fabulous journeys ahead.....TAKE THE TRAIN...see the world...Blessings to you!!💝💝💝💝
Unfortunately there is going to be less people like this gentlemen in the future.. He is pure class, you can see it in his eyes! Well done sir!
Just wanted to take a moment to thank you for sharing this window into the ending of the career of a faithful and humble man. Our society needs more visibility of these kinds of men. In a society obsessed with the flashy and shallow, men of character and integrity are sorely needed. To your father: thank you for your faithful service, sir. I hope you have many years to enjoy the fruit of your labor and the company of your family and friends. May God continue to bless you and yours.
My Dad spent 32 years with American, flew everything from DC3's to 747's. He retired back in 1986 but worked a few more years as a consultant interviewing pilot applicants and instructing on the DC10 at the Flight Academy. Who knows, maybe he interviewed your Dad.
RESPECT!AND THANKYOU!
“God is good” sums up his character. May God bless his retirement abundantly!!
As someone who has a parent as a pilot, I am looking forward to the day I get to record my parents retirement. This made my day
The firetrucks were so epic! The thought counts, and the pilot deserves it, happy retirement sir!!!!
My respect and Congratulations to your Father, for all those years of service. Our family allways flight in A.A. and is such an amazing line to flight with.
Thank you Nate. What a great video. My husband is 3 years from this day. He is a 767 Capt for Delta. We have flown many retirement flights they are always fun! Well done you should be so proud of your Dad!
for some reason this makes me feel sad.
job well done...
Me too😂
Alex Gk because we have to go thru this at some time in our life
I'd fly with someone like this guy any day of the week - inspires more confidence through age and experience than any 20'odd year old will ever do. Amazing career. Kudos to you sir - and I hope you have an amazing retirement :)
Your parents, especially your dad are very nice good people. You are blessed.
I love how at the end he was like “okay”. Congrats. Happy retirement! God bless you
I legitimately got scared for a second when I read that this was his “last flight”
Wishing your father all the best for his retirement! That had to be an awesome experience!
My dad has been a pilot for American for 35 years now! Few more years and he will be here as well. I hope to do the same thing you did!
I've never met your dad but he seems so humble, nice and professional and to think how many people's life depended on his work for all these years, amazing!!! Congrats I would be proud too.
"not a winer not a complainer does what he needs to do !"
For some reason I got so sad about his retirement... I don't even know him, but I felt like I was done...
I’m in bed trying to sleep and this made me cry. Thank you very much!! Lol What a great Dad you have. You guys are a beautiful family. God bless!
I’m just starting out on my pilot career and this is so inspiring to see. Definitely the sort of person I wanna be when I finish my career one day.
Congrats from a pilot flying a 777 at KLM! Best regards from the Netherlands 👍🏻
Dutch Magik is KLM good?
I only fly KLM and can't wait until my next day-return flight from AMS to Bordeaux this Friday, followed by a trip to D.C. in November. Love KLM and think the people are the best!
@@KennethU - One of the best! Royal Dutch Airlines...
Yeah ok, On March 27, 1977, The Captain of KLM Flight 4805 had get-there-itis and Collided with Pan Am Flight 1736, That EGO saying its "One Of The Best" is what got lots of people killed at Tenerife airport! The biggest airliner accident this world has ever seen!
So I'm curious who voted KLM one of the best? Or is that your EGO talking?
Also, they are not even rated in the top 20 rated airlines.
Shut up kids, Ryanair is the best.
When he said "God is good".. waterworks. And can I just say hats of to the Mrs. too. A pilots spouse goes through so much worry and missing their partner on holidays, anniversaries, etc. I dated an Envoy pilot for a year and unfortunately it all got to me. We are still good friends though. I hope your Dad enjoys every second of retirement!
What a great tribute to your Dad. His whole demeanor just exudes kindness and safety. Enjoy your retirement Dad!💕
“Let's fly upside down“ (1:37) I LIKE this guy!
Actually he looks relieved to be done with flying 😅
Probably because of the fact that with a simple mistake you can become a mass murderer
exactly
Thanks God Bless You.
It's because flying takes a toll on your mental and physical health
Kate Sebastian yeah you’re first mistake could be your last one and a lot of others last thing too
He is great captain, I can see he is very humble and polite. we rarely see such humble and great captains. 38 years in service and still loves his job. great passion. wish him great success, happy and healthy life ahead. His experience and passion is definitely lesson to present generation.
Your father oozes kindness. God bless him and your family.
I’m a former flight attendant for Eastern Airlines which you may remember ended in 1990. However I remain very interested in anything airline and was very happy to come across your story. I hope you are enjoying your retirement which is certainly well deserved. What an amazing, adventurous career you have had. Unless you’re in the airline industry it’s hard to understand just how much fun and excitement it is to live out of a suitcase, travel the world, make more friends than you can count and have every day even better than the previous. Once again, many blessings to you and your family, May I add that your wife is absolutely beautiful and your son is quite a hunk!
As a flight attendant for a major US airline , it is such a pleasure to meet so many wonderful.pilots who.truly give their lives to this job .
It is truly an emotional moment for these.pilots.retiring , as.the water cannons spray the last.plane.to.signal farewell to these.wonderful , amazing souls who keep us safe in the friendly skies .
Thank you for your airmanship and may God bless you , and may keep u safe on and off an.airplane . Enjoy your retirement !!! 😉
Great video, thanks your father 31's year service american airlines. Hi from Puerto Rico.
OH MY GOD, IT MAKE ME LIKE FEEL LIKE SAD, BUT ONE DAY EVERYTHING IS GONNA FINISH, I CANNOT STOP CRYING, SUDDENLY TEARS ROLLING IN MY FACE, CONGRATULATIONS AND GOD BLESS YOU EVER!!
For his last flight...
I think he buttered it.
Love American as an Airline. I’m just starting my flying career and can’t wait to see what aviation brings my way. Best wishes to ya
Respect to him, great pilot , great career , great father has great wife and great family. Hope you enjoy the retirement time.
He is the type of 'pilot' that I feel instantly relaxed when I observe that they are flying my flight. Fly high Captain, wishing you many years of happiness/retirement.
Thank you for your contribution to the travelers, passengers. Hope you enjoyed your retirement life with your family!
God bless you 🙏