Comments on: The Last United B747 International Flight

By: Aiden Ye

Aiden Ye — Sat, 22 Feb 2020 22:10:56 +0000

I flew on the iconic 747 when I was only 5, so I don’t remember much about it, but it was lovely. Thank you for sharing this post.
Sincerely, Aiden

By: Sam Chui

Sam Chui — Mon, 21 May 2018 11:27:12 +0000

In reply to Jochen Treitel. Thanks for sharing with us your travel insight!

By: Jochen Treitel

Jochen Treitel — Sat, 19 May 2018 06:02:15 +0000

I flew twice on this beauty, with UA from SFO to SYD and return in Dec. 92. Though space was limited for me being 6’4 it was a great experience. The magnificence of this airplane is unrivalled. Sitting just behind the wings it gave me the most amazing views with wing and engines being lit up by the upcoming sun while descending into Sydney!
And everytime today I see a 747 coming into an airport my neck turns as long as possible to see this beauty passing by!
Thanks for this report and the video!

By: Sam Chui

Sam Chui — Mon, 16 Apr 2018 16:02:49 +0000

In reply to Dohwan Kim. Thanks for your comments Dohwan, I'm sure you enjoyed the B747 as much as I do. There still time to fly more on KLM, BA, Lufthansa, Asiana, Thai and Qantas.

By: Dohwan Kim

Dohwan Kim — Mon, 16 Apr 2018 00:44:03 +0000

Hi Sam. I’ve read many of your reports and watched almost all of your videos. They are all fantastic, and you are my favorite aviation blogger. This report in particular, though, resonates with me. I may be only 16, but the 747, particularly the 747-400, has played crucial roles in my life. It was the airplane that brought me to the US as a two-year-old infant, which opened up so many great opportunities for me. It also brought me and my family in Korea together for months at a time, and brought me back home when that was over. My first business class experience (as a toddler with a free upgrade) and first flight I remember also occurred on the 747. I’ve flown on the Queen with Northwest, Korean Air, and United for many years and for the most part, relished each and every flight on her. Like you, the 747 kindled my love of aviation, and because of that, its sad to see them go. I remember that I flew the UA 747-400 from San Francisco to Seoul, albeit in economy, and subsequently complaining about the lack of IFE, mediocre food, and cramped conditions. Now though, I realize that I was lucky to fly on United’s Queen of the Skies, and I sorely miss it now that its gone. Seeing both Korean Air and Delta dump their 747-400s makes me sad and nostalgic for my earlier childhood, because as with the UA airframes, I have many memories made in them. Thankfully, Korean Air, Lufthansa, and Air China are keeping the Jumbo legacy going for a bit longer by flying the 747-8i, which I got to experience two years ago and will experience again this summer. But still, that doesn’t mitigate the sadness I feel with each legacy 747 retirement. As an amateur photographer, avid plane spotter, and aviation artist in my free time, I have to say that the 747 is a pleasure to fly on, photograph, and draw, being the most elegant aircraft ever built (an opinion shared by many). For now, farewell and thank you for all the wonderful aviation videos and reports you’ve made. Keep up the good work.
Sincerely,
Dohwan Kim

By: Sam Chui

Sam Chui — Sun, 17 Dec 2017 16:50:11 +0000

In reply to Andrea Smith. You can contact Mario via Facebook

By: Andrea Smith

Andrea Smith — Sat, 16 Dec 2017 20:02:30 +0000

Wonderful video!!! Is there any way to purchase the Mario Van Eeren posters shown in your video? Looking for memorabilia for a retirement gift for my friend who is retiring from United after 25 years in June (flew 747 for ten years to Inchon, etc.)

By: Inglay

Inglay — Thu, 09 Nov 2017 21:54:42 +0000

Great meeting you on this last UA 747 flight (and being your seat mate), Sam! Loved the video and write-up!! Let me know next time you’re in SF so I can buy you a drink!

By: Sam Chui

Sam Chui — Thu, 09 Nov 2017 14:37:32 +0000

In reply to Michael Karpf. Thanks Michael for sharing your 747 moments.