Air Canada 787-9 Experience: Heathrow to Vancouver

Air Canada 787-9 Experience: Heathrow to Vancouver | Unacceptable Catering!

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Air Canada are the best North American Airline according to Skytrax, so what can you expect on their 787-9? Join me on this flight from London Heathrow to Vancouver!
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✈️ Flight Information:
Airline: Air Canada
Origin: London Heathrow
Destination: Vancouver, Canada
Flight Date: 22/07/2018
Scheduled Time of Departure: 14:10
Scheduled Time of Arrival: 15:45
Actual Flying Time: 9 Hours
Flight Number: AC897
Aircraft: Boeing 787-9
Registration: C-FRSR
Seat: 39J
Aircraft Age: 1.3 years at the time of Flight
Flight Distance: 4723 miles/7557 KM
Flight Rating: 6.5/10
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@JSGRanks 3 жыл бұрын

2:08 I wish flights went that quick

@SalomonAviationTravel 5 жыл бұрын

Excelent trip report 😉 AC has a great international product. And I definitely enjoy traveling on their 787’s. Hope you have a good time in Vancouver!

@HeathrowFlyerTakeoff 5 жыл бұрын

SLCFlyer Aviation Thanks a lot! Yes, they are pretty good but I wish the prices could be a bit lower... One of my favorite cities, had a great time in the Summer!

@thebrummierailenthusiasts5329 5 жыл бұрын

Fantastic flight to Vancouver Canada mate

@LoneStarFlightReviews 5 жыл бұрын

That black 'cockpit window-liner' made me almost think that it is an a350 lol. Nice video!

@HeathrowFlyerTakeoff 5 жыл бұрын

Haha, cheers!

@ElshadKarbasi 5 жыл бұрын

I don’t like it personally. I like the natural shape of the windows

@LoneStarFlightReviews 5 жыл бұрын

@@ElshadKarbasi Me too.

@huynguyen4456 5 жыл бұрын

@@ElshadKarbasi It fits A350 but not 787 in my opinion

@raphaelj.o.4628 5 жыл бұрын

Wohoo! A new tripreport! Excellent as always my friend. Huge Like and happy 3rd Advent :)

@patrickproctor3462 5 жыл бұрын

I've never had a bad meal on Air Canada in my 9 transpacific flights with them, but that looked ghastly. The asian veg. option is always solid if you like curry.

@RossAviationWorld 5 жыл бұрын

Another fantastic trip report mate! Very happy to hear you enjoyed your flight with Air Canada, makes me want to try the Dreamliner now!

@HeathrowFlyerTakeoff 5 жыл бұрын

Toronto Plane Spotter Thanks very much! Yeah, it’s worth it and from what I’ve heard it’s significantly better than the 777.

@airlinetraveller 5 жыл бұрын

Very nice video! I agree with you on the window dimming feature. I have experienced the same, but only inflight. =)

@ellisonketovore 5 жыл бұрын

Regarding the catering, looks like you pre-ordered the veggie-meal. Those are far worse than the regular meals which really aren't too bad, much fresher, tastier and more appealing. The regular 3rd snack is usually a Monty's wrap, veggie or meat, they must have had an issue on your flight. If you're a veggie like me, stick to the regular meals and choose the pasta ( if it's veggie ) , it's far better.

@Hao_1 5 жыл бұрын

Really awesome report as always mate! Always a pleasure to watch. In answer to your questions, I was on the BA 787 last year back from Shanghai and had full control over my window dimmer for the whole flight (it was a full daylight flight), however there was no mood lighting in use, and yes I believe that commercially the 787 windows are the biggest. :-)

@HeathrowFlyerTakeoff 5 жыл бұрын

韩浩Han Hao That’s Interesting and also good to hear, when flying you should have the right to control your own video. Thanks for watching 👍

@corkaviation8885 5 жыл бұрын

Excellent video mate, the detail was superb and the quality is great as always, the flight seemed alright. IFE looked good but the meal didn’t look appetising. Bit weird they provide banana and plump for lunch dinner but I guess it’s healthy haha, Liked.

@HeathrowFlyerTakeoff 5 жыл бұрын

Cork Aviation Thanks very much for the positive comment and feedback! It definitely is, you are right there.

@RRAviation 5 жыл бұрын

Amazing trip reporter air Canada’s 787 is really beautiful

@picturemassa4974 5 жыл бұрын

The editing is super as always. Liked the use of music a lot! The mini- conclusion helps! (if only passengers could have changed the brightness of the window on their own!)

@HeathrowFlyerTakeoff 5 жыл бұрын

picture massa Big Thanks once again! That is good hear 👍

@transportfan2 5 жыл бұрын

Once again a good trip report there, I didn't find your meal looking tasty either.

@HDSIM 5 жыл бұрын

Nice flight

@Flighttime787 5 жыл бұрын

Definitely a fine service.. Especially since you can snatch some really descent fares to the USA with them usually! We've had the window shade problem on the LATAM 787.. Exactly the same situation. Been dimmed until a few minutes before pushback.. Great video! :)

@HeathrowFlyerTakeoff 5 жыл бұрын

Flight Time That’s Interesting, I guess it depends on the airline. Regarding prices, there can be some great fares when flying to the East Coast but to Canada they are insanely expensive (more expensive than flights to Australia) btw, this was a flight to America haha. Thanks a lot 😉

@travelmentaryTV 5 жыл бұрын

Lol, that dessert is disappointing indeed. Great trip report on your behalf!

@HeathrowFlyerTakeoff 5 жыл бұрын

travelmentary TV To say the least haha, Appreciate it!

@dcjimr1 5 жыл бұрын

Great review. I was watching another review of a Qantas flight from Perth to London where the crew dimmed the windows the entire flight, which was mostly at night. Whether at night or during the day, I want to look out the window! I think I will probably avoid flights on the 787 in the future.

@robertbates1079 5 жыл бұрын

Ive often flown with ac over the years and find the food supply ok. On par with ba at least. Doing a comparison test they are usually the cheapest to cross the atlantic(no stops) and so far have been reliable and easy to use.

@tomasfandinga7529 5 жыл бұрын

Amazing video What camera do you use to record? Next time you travel, you can keep the blankets and you can give me for my collection please?

@vyomps 5 жыл бұрын

Excellent trip report! Despite having such new and clean aircrafts. My experience flying them is always ruined due to the lack of meals on such long flights. Even Delta and United seem to have more sizeable meals. Just wait till you fly the reserve journey and encounter the legendary transatlantic Air Canada breakfast lol

@doitwithb 5 жыл бұрын

Nice video! Very detail and very nice approach to YVR, loves those Rockies. Just want to clarify though, the "buy on board" menu is only available on domestic and trans-border (Canada to US) flights. And yes, like many people said, if you are into veggie options, go with the regular meals, on their Europe flights, veggies options are always available with every meal. Also, the windows are not supposed to be locked, the cabin crew may have locked it by "mistake" when they were trying to dimmed it, dimming is suppose to let passengers take some rest, keep them calmer and more mellow, very important in a tightly packed environment at 37000 ft hahaha

@eyetrapper 5 жыл бұрын

Amazing tripreport I saw you land! :D

@HeathrowFlyerTakeoff 5 жыл бұрын

eye trapper That’s really awesome haha, thanks for watching!

@eyetrapper 5 жыл бұрын

You're welcome

@Ahuntsicspotter 5 жыл бұрын

3 months ago I took Air Canada from Rome to Montreal and it was on Airbus a 330-300 with the Star alliance livery registration: C-GHLM I told to the flight attendant after we landed " The aircraft was due for the renovation".

@Giardintek 5 жыл бұрын

Nice update, I am quiet familiar with the Dreamliner experience, however I avoid AC at every chance I get. They have a modern fleet and usually on time, but the food and service are terrible. Once I was boarding an AC B777 at YYZ (Toronto) to Munich and I had to clean my seat from the bread crumbs, the previous passenger left on. Also flight attendants are older and rather arrogant on most flights. They have this monopoly attitude in my opinion, and I am a frequent transatlantic traveler, so I can compare them with everyone else in the air. Once I was super tired in Frankfurt and My flight with AC was boarding off the terminal so we had to be bused and I couldn't wait to have a seat and fell a sleep. Flight attendant woke me up ( A middle aged man) and asked me if I want anything to drink, I told him "Thanks I am good. He replied; "I didn't ask you if your are good or not, I asked you if you want a drink. Didn't want to make a seen or break his jaw, but told him again "No thanks. I think this Airline needs a staff overhaul to go with their nice planes.

@peerkbh 5 жыл бұрын

I have flown many different airlines on transatlantic flights and they all dim the lights in the cabin a couple of hours after departure. I think the idea is that it reduces jetlag if you manage to get a few hours sleep on these daytime flights. For me it works just the opposite so I am not happy with that solution either. As for beverages most airlines have free drinks available in the galley throughout the flight - was that not the case on AC?

@curtbonnell4308 5 жыл бұрын

I flew the A/C 787 from Toronto to Tokyo in the Premium Economy section. It was very good. No complaints whatsoever.

@kashishkhandelwal4921 5 жыл бұрын

nice video recording

@nicolaerowe6754 5 жыл бұрын

For long flights like over seas or Canada to Europe I will always do first class! Yea means more money but the service goes the extra mile and food is a lot better but love air Canada my favourite airline

@codyandrew2029 4 жыл бұрын

Whoever air canada contracts to provide food out of LHR sure stopped the ball on that flight

@aviationvideosgraz 5 жыл бұрын

Sorry to hear your food was horrible. You have to ask to get the window undimmed? No chance to do it on your own, sounds like a nightmare to me because I´ve always my GoPro mounted on the window. Interesting and detailed trip report.

@scottsimpson9659 2 жыл бұрын

Does westjet fly to Vancouver

@alphafoxtrot787 5 жыл бұрын

Great trip report! First time at Canada?

@HeathrowFlyerTakeoff 5 жыл бұрын

Thanks very much! No, I've been to Canada a few times...

@tomcummin6801 4 жыл бұрын

I have to admit that that meal looked like something that could have be served on Dan Air back in the 80's. Maybe it was NOS? Ok, probably not.

@rorygibson4419 5 жыл бұрын

They cut the lights three hours in because it would be midnight vancouver time they are tying to get you more used to PST

@martinc.720 5 жыл бұрын

gibbs Thank you!! Local time at airport of departure doesn’t matter. Not sure how some people miss that.

@glenda816 5 жыл бұрын

You should mention that you ordered a special meal and that it was a jain meal (strict vegetarian and that it can not contain any root vegetables) that really does reduce your choices of what to be supplied to eat...

@TheFlightReporter 5 жыл бұрын

I wonder what happens to AC when they fly Domestic and its pretty much thr same with all american cariers Except JetBlue which I enjoyed and delta too. Though AC's International sector is good I flew their YYZ-DEL back in 2017 but I guess it was because they had like all indian crew and even announcements were in Hindi and punjabi which is rare cause i have heard two languages but here it were 4 languages lolz English,French,Hindi and Punjabi lolz Never travelled with them frm Canada to Elsewhere except India but yes their Inter Canada service reminds me of IndiGo lolz Like thr Full service tag to such airlines is injustice cause they really arent full service in lietral sense isnt it ?

@kingofpainfighter 5 жыл бұрын

I travelled two years ago from MXP to Toronto with this Aircraft and company . I think it's best American air company . They're problem are : Many deletes .

@evanhalle4390 5 жыл бұрын

I LOVE AIR CANADA!!!!! IT'S ONE OF THE BEST AIRLINES I'VE EVER FLOWN ON!!! It is just too underrated

@YanksandBritsProductions 5 жыл бұрын

I would loveeeeeeeeee to get on that right now and go see my friend in British Columbia! How much was the ticket?

@shaneruddock5852 3 жыл бұрын

400 pounds sounds ideal but I am going to cycle round world.. I may choose Lufthansa as they fly bikes free. Air Canada look nice.. They seem to keep prices same year through

@YanksandBritsProductions 3 жыл бұрын

@@shaneruddock5852 I would like to ride a motorcycle around America, that would be cool!

@YanksandBritsProductions 3 жыл бұрын

@@shaneruddock5852 I would love to drive a nice pick up truck around America also, that would be cool and obviously give ya some protection from bad weather at times when ya need it.

@JaydenWong 5 жыл бұрын

fantastic report! I hate that the crew have control of the windows too and it's the only thing I hate about 787

@johndemerse9172 5 жыл бұрын

Awesome video. Hate that airport lol (Heathrow that is)

@BlakeEdgington 5 жыл бұрын

Really nicely put together and detailed trip report, very enjoyable. As much as I adore the dreamliner (and I really do) it drives me nuts that control of the windows can be taken away from the passenger.

@HeathrowFlyerTakeoff 5 жыл бұрын

Blake Edgington - Airborne That is the most annoying thing, it’s an incredible feature but shame to see it used in such a way.. Appreciate it 👍

@patrickproctor3462 5 жыл бұрын

Many passengers appreciate it. Better to not have a tool leaving his/her window open and making you wake up by sunlight 2-3 hours early.

@rosemarymonty5399 5 жыл бұрын

I understand your frustration, however I have been awakened or kept awake by passengers who either keep the panel up or put the panel up on other flights and it’s really annoying.

@X_Grave_X 5 жыл бұрын

Whats with the cockpit window liner?

@f1mikeyboy 5 жыл бұрын

X_Grave_ X that’s all part of Air Canada new livery, painting around the cockpit windows. I think it looks good.

@X_Grave_X 5 жыл бұрын

Mike MacNeil it used to trick me With the 787 dreamliner and other aircraft i was like “Why are the cockpit windows always like that it looks so weird!” But then i realized its just part of the livery

@peterlatty4187 5 жыл бұрын

Personally I hate the Dreamliner, always fly emergency exit on B767/777/747 etc but felt like i was in a sardine can on these ...too narrow! Especially on a 12 hour flight.

@duplessis2006 5 жыл бұрын

Thought the C series windows were bigger

@PeteBrandy 5 жыл бұрын

Great video! Btw I agree with you about window dim control.. One of reasons, why I prefer A350 :-D

@HeathrowFlyerTakeoff 5 жыл бұрын

Yeah, same here - it can be nuisance at times. Haven't actually flown on the A350 yet but got 2 booked for next year :) Thanks, Pete!

@PeteBrandy 5 жыл бұрын

@@HeathrowFlyerTakeoff Great. I hope you will be satisfied with A350 :-) Compared to 787 is very similar, but some things are a bit better on 350 for me :-D But of course, depends on carrier too :-)

@vita_travel888 5 жыл бұрын

A350 also feels quieter, IMO.

@patrickproctor3462 5 жыл бұрын

@@vita_travel888 Nonstop Dan did a measurement. It's only 1-2 decibels, but what the lighting and everything else can do to make you believe is amazing. Air Canada's 787s also have fairly loud hydraulics compared to the 787-10s Singapore Airlines flies. They've improved the sound insulation over time.

@Cedgstar 5 жыл бұрын

Nah when I flew Kenya airways dreamliner ,the windows weren't dimmed infact they should not be when the planes on the ground for safety reasons

@johndemerse9172 4 жыл бұрын

Flying on a 787-9 is always 10/10

@HeathrowFlyerTakeoff 4 жыл бұрын

Except when the crew control your windows - but, agreed!

@lakdinusilva9194 5 жыл бұрын

Just to let you know, the menu is for domestic flights 😊

@jenjen4658 5 жыл бұрын

I flew to london from Boston first big flight and I hate how they turn off the lights right after you eat it is 11 a.m for God sakes who wants to sit in the dark for 8 friggin hours

@HeathrowFlyerTakeoff 5 жыл бұрын

Jennifer Dunn Exactly, That is the point. I guess it saves the Crew some work but still ridiculous.

@TheSwanlake2009 5 жыл бұрын

I guarantee you if you go Thai Airways you won't starve . Emirates is good too.

@ryanwalton1782 5 жыл бұрын

Did you fly the plane?

@gregnichols389 5 жыл бұрын

Yes, he is a pilot

@thaneofcawdor5946 5 жыл бұрын

Greg Nichols he was until he crashed

@martinc.720 5 жыл бұрын

Yes he did. He also did all food and drink services by himself

@Knards 5 жыл бұрын

The windows are dimmed in case there is an accident in taking off and you are in the dark after the crash., Your eyes are already acclimated to the lack of light

@ShayLol 5 жыл бұрын

Wow catering was certainly rather disappointing on your flight. Flying from Frankfurt to Toronto, I had some of the best airline food I have ever had in y. Next time, try the chicken breast if you can. You will be pleased!

@D98Flyer 5 жыл бұрын

Cool cool cool ✈✈👍🏻👍🏻😍😍 I love Air Canada in the new livery

@joepatroni8777 5 жыл бұрын

Piece of advice. Bring your own food. This is 2018, not 1985...when the food was good.

@dcjimr1 5 жыл бұрын

Joe, you are so right. The best lamb chop I ever had was on a Continental flight from L.A. to Sydney in 1988. And that was economy class.

@johnfitzgerald7618 5 жыл бұрын

A banana **and*** a plum? They must have liked you. The last time I flew Toronto-Heathrow the promised continental breakfast was a slice of banana bread. On my last ten flights on Air Canada I've had one good meal. I can understand them skimping (as they do) on quantity to keep the base price down, but surely they could provide something palatable.

@martinc.720 5 жыл бұрын

John FitzGerald how can fruit not be “palatable”???

@johnfitzgerald7618 5 жыл бұрын

@@martinc.720 I didn't intend to imply that it wasn't, just that it's extremely rare. Of course, you never know what airline caterers can do to fruit.

@thevirgintraveller 5 жыл бұрын

I may be in the minority but blacked out cabins annoy me too. If it's daylight outside I like seeing some sunshine, it doesn't have to be a fully open blind but a little bit of something is better than nothing (unless it's a night flight). I'm shocked at the low level of food offerings! A BANANA is considered dinner? And I thought BA was bad!

@armslides2105 5 жыл бұрын

Looks like you would starve in AC economy, no pre-dinner snack or drink service?

@ellisonketovore 5 жыл бұрын

Having flown that flight several times, there's full drink service with each meal. AC is typically very good with drink runs too, if you miss one just head to the galley and ask for anything you like.

@martinc.720 5 жыл бұрын

“Starve”??? During a 10-hour flight? Really??

@flyingdentist 5 жыл бұрын

Must really worth the title.

@ReverseThrustAviation 5 жыл бұрын

Even though the meal looked indeed not that delicious, I really think that AC offers a great product with its 787 and other long haul planes... Nonetheless, many thanks for sharing this detailed tripreport and giving us your personal opinion about the flight; thumbs up!

@rpfeynman5621 5 жыл бұрын

The extra music added sucks. Too loud.

@adel-711 4 жыл бұрын

Always eat before flight ,

@ajc5869 5 жыл бұрын

I’m Canadian so I’ll admit I’m a little biased but I do totally believe that air canada is a truly wonderful airline! Great service, punctual, and just an all around typical Canadian company

@mrrobot5963 4 жыл бұрын

Umm it's Scamtrax now

@randolphclarke4674 5 жыл бұрын

Lucky you were not onboard a 777, those things are hell in economy

@HeathrowFlyerTakeoff 5 жыл бұрын

Account Suspended Seems like it!

@DeepGaming100 5 жыл бұрын

Lol, you should hotbox the plane

@scottvernon9413 5 жыл бұрын

Seriously... what was that meal? omg...revolting......rest of the trip looked okay, but that mess in that tray was just slop.

@nalb3905 2 жыл бұрын

wth why i everyone commenting so longg

@nadifputra787 5 жыл бұрын

I think AC is one of the largest Dreamliner operator in North American

@HeathrowFlyerTakeoff 5 жыл бұрын

You might be right there, American and United also have big Dreamliner fleets.

@randolphclarke4674 5 жыл бұрын

Nadif Indoflyer that title goes to united airlines

@peterdelight513 5 жыл бұрын

Did 4 flights recently with AC. All were late & shocking service in business class. Canadian people are wonderful until they get to work in an aircraft cabin.

@jonathanj1037 5 жыл бұрын

Some of the safety videos on other carriers are insufferable. Air France and Quantas for instance. They are more concerned about showcasing the so called culture rather than explaining how to survive an emergency.

@onlyaviation1260 5 жыл бұрын

6:30 What the Actual fu**?!?!? What do they think when serving suck shi**y meals? Awesome tripreport never the less!

@Yk19cr07 5 жыл бұрын

North American and some Europeans airlines are sooo cheap compared to most of Asians, Africans and middle eastern airlines regarding the catering,meals on board.... Turkish Airlines, Singapore or Emirates probably the best in the industry

@HeathrowFlyerTakeoff 5 жыл бұрын

Absolutely yes! Asian airlines are better in pretty much any aspect...