FLIGHT REPORT | Los Angeles to Amsterdam | KLM ECONOMY Boeing 747-400 COMBI | FlyWithMe!
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- Flying with KLM from Los Angeles, USA (LAX) to Amsterdam, NL (AMS)
This video is a flight report onboard the iconic KLM Royal Dutch Airlines 747-400 Combi, that is now retired from their fleet.
This is my last flight to Amsterdam aboard KLM's 747. At the time I thought I would have at least 1 more chance to experience it but the global pandemic had different plans. KLM has now retired early their entire fleet of 747 in passenger use. I believe their Cargo Operations will still have some 747s.
Pretty calm morning at LAX. Thanks to Delta Gold Medallion/SkyTeam Elite+ I was able to the SkyPriority lane. I also had 1 more complimentary baggage allowance, free seat selection even for preferred seats and Lounge access as this was an International flight.
Security was quick and I was airside in no time. After walking around for a bit I decided to use my complimentary entry to the Korean Air Lines Lounge (KAL) which is located in the International Terminal at LAX. The KAL Lounge seems to be lacking a lot of choices other lounges have. It is located in a central location with nice views of the main hall but unfortunately no plane spotting opportunities.
The food selection was a bit lacking and the drinks selection was even worse. I was quite surprised to have such a big and nice lounge but so little choices. I definitely can't complain much as this was free entry but I would not pay to access a lounge like this.
In contrast the same benefit granted me access to the KLM Crown Lounge at Schiphol and its 1000 times better than this.
The KAL Lounge definitely was not the highlight of the trip.
Departing out of runway 25R, we took a left turn departure out of LAX towards Long Beach. The clear skies provided amazing views of the California coast.
Main meal was served 45 minutes after departure and did not disappoint. The crew and service provided was astounding which is rare to see in Economy.
Soon after I decided to sleep as much as I can and woke up just before the Pre Arrival Meal. Cheese omelette with sausage. Perfect wake up meal and just like the first one, it was very tasty.
We begin descent just above the UK and as the sun rises we get astonishing views above the clouds. It is worth the watch as we slowly decrease altitude and break the clouds for approach.
Very cool views throughout the descent and landing.
The 747-406 COMBI named City of Vancouver was the chosen one to take us to Amsterdam.
I'm glad I was able to provide this content and as a way maintain a vivid memory of one of my last flights with the 747.
It will truly be missed.
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-- Flight Details --
Itinerary:
LAX-AMS 02/13/2020 KLM Royal Dutch Airlines
AMS-LAX 02/17/2020 KLM Royal Dutch Airlines
Airline: KLM Royal Dutch Airlines
Aircraft: Boeing 747-406 COMBI
Seat: 22A, ECONOMY
Flight #: KL-602
Route: Los Angeles, USA (LAX) - (AMS) Amsterdam, NL
Flown: February 13, 2020
TBIT Terminal & Check-In: (0:00)
Terminal Exploring and Spotting: (1:36)
Korean Air Lines Lounge: (4:30)
Boarding & Taxi: (7:05)
Takeoff: (11:00)
Main Meal: (13:50)
Cruise & IFE: (14:19)
Pre-Arrival Meal: (16:16)
Descent: (17:00)
Landing: (19:35)
Flight Rating: (21:20)
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It will be a sad day for me, when the last -400 retires. It’s been a part of my life.
Awesome to see a 747 still flying! I loved your video! Keep up the AMAZING work! :)
Incredible report Shane. Wonderful footage inside the 747. What a magnificent bird
I got to fly business class for work on the 747-400 Combi between LAX and Schipol several times in 2018 and 2019. What a great and comfortable airplane. I always sat on the main deck forward. This video brings back good memories.
Thats really cool! I wish I would have gotten that opportunity
thanks for this beautiful video :D
Awesome report, hope you had a good flight
Thank you! It was great, super smooth. I find it funny that I'm able to get better sleep in a 747 than on an A330.
A good flight on the Queen of the Skies. Perhaps the interior and the IFE was dated but it was well cared for, and I don't find fault with Grandma just 'cause she's old. ;-). The newer planes may be more efficient, but the 747 will always be remembered as special.
This channel is great. The traffics are gorgeous!
Thank you so much for your comment! Glad you like it. Currently in the process of moving cross country so I haven't been able to upload as much as I would like
Great report as always 👏
Thank You! I hope they reopen the skies soon, I'm running out of content.
Awesome flight report! When you said how serene it was i was like right!!=? ive flown a lot but the 747 of klm was made me feel calm for some reason
It is insane how serene the 747. Every single flight I've had has been a calm experience. I've had really good sleep and my friends even said they felt it was more comfortable than a 2 year old A330.
They will for sure be missed.
cool trip report! i found out about your channel a little while ago and subscribed. you're a really underrated youtuber! i wish you got more attention, but either way, cool video! 747s never cease to amaze me, stay safe during these hard and difficult times!
Your comment means a lot. Thank you! I hope to start improving more and more and provide better content each time. Its a steep curve.
You as well my friend!
Missing being able to travel!
Nice video!
Thanks! Soon we will come back to normal and new adventures await!
17:30 so beautiful this.. looks like my pillows
Haha, it really does look very comfortable.
Very nice, I subscribed!👏
Thank you! Every little bit helps! You got some pretty unique content on your channel.
really really a nice trip report 😁👍
Glad you enjoyed it, looking forward to start uploading some new content soon. Hopefully my flight plans dont change!
Great review as always! I really enjoy the details you put into your reviews (the simple motion graphics and imagery). It's definitely something different from the other flight reviews out there :)
Now with the B747s retired and seeing how KLM has been heavily utilizing the B747 for many years, it feels weird seeing a KLM without their B747s
Thank you for your comment! It really does help on how to provide future content. What other information would you like to see?
It will for sure be different without the iconic 747. Even when they stop flying to St Maarten it was a big thing.
@@ShawnsTravels I guess the information seems sufficient enough :)
Anyways, just subscribed to you, love to see more from you in the future! :)
@@isaacflyaway Thank you my friend. Subscribed to you as well.
Such a gorgeous flight wonderful inflight services. It's really sad that KLM is no longer operating 747s in the future, but I believe this would be a great memory to you. Also, love you channel and already subscribed to your channel & followed your Instagram 😄❤️
Thank you for the feedback and the follows! Really appreciate it! It really is, I hope they end up getting a few A350s. It will be nice to see it with KLM.
Absolutely. Thank you for your reply 😄
Already read a similar comment but I had to say it:
Your content is great, your channel is definitely underrated. Tbh, the quality of flight reviews you provide deserves more than about 600 subscribers.
Which program do you use to edit your flight reviews?
Greetings from Munich, Germany ☺️
Thank you so much! Your comment means a lot and the positive feedback is extremely helpful on how to continue with the content.
I use Premiere Pro CC
Nice! I fly on the LAX-AMS route every 2-3 years or so, and in the last 20 years (Dutch person living in California for 20 years now) I have been in the economy plus section of the Boeing 747-400 at least 3 times. The last time was in September 2019, mere months before the pandemic started and 6 months before they announced the type's immediate retirement.
KLM is my favorite airline to use on that route.... I have also flown American Airlines (via London Heathrow with a connecting flight from BA) twice from LAX to AMS, but since they lost my luggage TWICE in London, we decided to only fly KLM from that day. On August 31st 2022 I am boarding KLM again, this time a 777-200 and for the very first time in Business Class! I've always flown economy, although all three flights on the 747's have been economy plus.... exciting to see what the Business Class experience is like. I'm going to miss the Queen of the Skies though, and I am glad I had the opportunity to fly her three times.
Thanks so much for this comment.
I started traveling to Amsterdam every year since 2017 and KLM has always been my go to flight. Im looking to do it again March 2023.
Really sad I wont be able to experience the Queen of the Skies again.
Please keep us updated on your experience in business class later this year!
wonderful video. not many 747 left today :( Liked and subbed
Thank you for your support! It is really sad they are being phased out.
Boeing 747/400 is my consumer dream
I really want to fly on them again!
You will fly on it again.
Damn you’re lucky, you still got to fly the 744... I had planned two flights on them for this year (Qantas and KLM) but both airlines retired their entire 744 fleet... btw I really like your animations! I’m working on my after effects skills at the moment so I’m glad to see some inspiration in your videos! :D
Thank you for your feedback! That is such a shame! It caught everyone off guard. I was planning on trying to catch the retirement flight of the 747 in 2022 but the pandemic caught me off guard. I wanted to fly business class as my last good bye. I fear for the A380s soon will face the same fate.
I stopped using after effects when I switched to the latest Premiere Pro CC. Their essential graphics options makes it very simple to make new graphics and save templates!
@@ShawnsTravels Yea, I'm afraid you're right about the A380s...
I haven't updated Premiere yet, some friends of mine told me they had some problems with the new version and would wait for another update to fix them. But I'll have a look at the new features, thanks!
When did you fly this? KAL lounge looks nice though the food could be better, which is a common thing I hear or read. The combi interior looks like a regular 747. Nice you showed the map to give an idea how it's all arranged and where you were. Great view from your seat too. And Long Beach, 👍. Queen Mary next to the white dome which used to house the Spruce Goose.
Thanks Jeff! This was from February 2020. Have you been doing any travel lately?
@@ShawnsTravels probably in July. Will take Southwest most likely to Arkansas to visit a friend, and look for work there. Take care.
When some both KLM Boeing 777s and Boeing 787s replaced some Boeing 747s.
Hi, great video. I planned to come to Los Angeles from Paris in July and I was wondering if there is always the quarantine imposed in the United States when you come from Europe? Thanks;)
This is something that has been changing a lot recently. I would advise to check the local US embassy website to get the most up to date information. As far as I know, travel restrictions are suppose to be lifted for July, but who knows if it may change.
I had to cancel 3 flights already.
Shawn's Travels ok thanks 🙏
How full is this flight from LAX to AMS? Do they usually fill up?
WHEN HE WAS SHOWING THE TERMINAL I HEARD SOME ONE LAST TIME BY ARIANA GRANDE IN THE BACKGROUND 🥰🥰. 2:15
Since march have been waiting to fly to Amsadam, only one hour god why can't you open the UK borders
Sorry for missing that, why did you go into KAL lounge while you were fly with KLM?
I have Gold Medallion status with Delta. One of the perks is free lounge access on International flights with partner airlines. KLM is part of SkyTeam and the Korean Air Lines Lounge is also a SkyTeam partner. Aside of going to the Delta Skyclub in T2 or T3, my only other option was KAL at the Int'l terminal.
Did you measure the pitch :D Where do you know these details ?
www.Seatguru.com and the airlines official website will display the measurements.
When will you started flight from Canada to Istanbul thank you
Hopefully soon when they start reopening the skies. I've been wanting to visit Canada and Turkey for a while now. Maybe I should do a stopover in Canada. What city do you recommend?
lucky some people got up stairs
you have a lucky day friendly crew there most its not nice
Nooooo, could be everything but no KLM's B747 xd
It hurt me when I read the news! haha
No interior view
Haaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaa l winest Queen Mary ship
Wendsday great I'll be Thier okay lol
Why theres no social distancing? No face mask ?
This was recorded in February
Yep, It was one of my last flights before the pandemic hit full swing.
Oh ok i see thank you guys
I can spot the queen mary
Hm. You only payed an eco ticket but you complain about the variety of food and drinks in the Business class lounge. That's like you pay for a Ford but you deserve materials inside like a Bentley.
Awesome to still see a 747 flying! I loved your video! Keep up the AMAZING work! :)