Delta 777 Retirement Flight

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This video documents Delta Air Lines’ final 777 flight from its home base in Atlanta to Los Angeles.
Delta’s Boeing 777 means so much to so many and this special flight was an opportunity for aviation enthusiasts to celebrate this airplane.
Delta’s Boeing 777 carried passengers all over the world. Delta brought the United States to South America, Europe, Asia, Africa and Australia onboard Boeing 777’s like this one. In this video, you’ll experience all of the highlights of this special retirement flight unlike any other.
0:00 Welcome
0:58 Three Year Anniversary of the A350
1:26 Arrival in Atlanta
2:05 Captain's Welcome
2:31 Boarding
3:14 Welcome Aboard
3:52 Delta 777 Engine Spool
4:26 Delta 777 Takeoff
5:06 Delta 777 Retirement Catering
5:44 Delta 777 Memories
6:43 Delta 777 Cabin Tour
7:51 Goodbye, Delta 777
Goodbye, Delta 777. Thank you for your service.
Here’s the unedited take-off and landing footage:
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@caleblastname6969 3 жыл бұрын

I’m not crying, you’re crying :(

@ryanthomas887 3 жыл бұрын

It was a privilege to be on this flight for me as well and it was great to talk with you at the gate Jeb!

@GreenerGrass 3 жыл бұрын

Awesome to meet you! Thanks for saying hi!

@aboystravel 3 жыл бұрын

so sad I have wanted to go on a Delta Boeing 777 :(

@wyatthagerty8966 3 жыл бұрын

R.I.P 777

@sebastianfloyd372 3 жыл бұрын

@@GreenerGrass Delta Is Not Retiring Their 777-200s, they Still have them in their fleet. If they’re retiring them they should lease them to prime air

@HonourableHusband 3 жыл бұрын

The “connect in Atlanta” joke is often applied to Frankfurt.

@itstomatogear6806 3 жыл бұрын

Congratulations 🎉👏 of being the top comment 👍😁 (as of now 😈)

@jamesk370 3 жыл бұрын

Those planes have a special place in my heart. My dad worked at Boeing, and the 777 program was the last he worked on before passing away.

@Amtk9798 10 ай бұрын

I’m sorry for your loss 😢😢❤

@CLD3 8 ай бұрын

Rip

@johnoke1206 3 жыл бұрын

Ironically Delta’s 777 retirement comes 16 years to the day after Air Canada retired their final 747’s after a flight from FRA-YYZ

@videosfromelsewhere926 3 жыл бұрын

10/31 is a common induction and retirement day, even for crew members

@aaravsgaming337 3 жыл бұрын

R.I.P it was the best airplane. :’(

@burritoboi6620 3 жыл бұрын

My favorite aircraft of all time.

@danklavagaming8570 3 жыл бұрын

The engine is beautiful!

@757Superfan 3 жыл бұрын

no the 757 is defo

@IndianMasterVideoMaker 3 жыл бұрын

Delta: Refurbishes entire 777 fleet with each plane costing 100 million dollars to refurbish. Covid19 : I don't like it.

@logicalcommunity5241 3 жыл бұрын

😂😂😂

@_w_w_ 3 жыл бұрын

100 Mil each??? I thought it was for the entire fleet.

@747heavyboeing3 3 жыл бұрын

Now they are buying Airbus airliners. We should not bailout or provide stimulus to companies that don't but BOEING.

@Ipuffyy 3 жыл бұрын

@@747heavyboeing3 EU should not bailout any airliner buying American.

@_w_w_ 3 жыл бұрын

@@747heavyboeing3 Are you kidding? At this point in time, Airbus' product lineup and performance are superior to Boeing's. Tax payer money should be spent wisely. The way Delta is extracting good deals from Airbus is the best way to spend tax payer money.

@jarrodlewis123 3 жыл бұрын

I have so missed flying Delta. As a platinum medallion member I am itching to get back into the sky!

@ashantedula5696 3 жыл бұрын

We are here when you need us.

@ashtonlistzwan1424 3 жыл бұрын

Yes, it is so sad to see all of those planes retire due to the pandemic. The MD-88 and Boeing 777 are some of Delta's icons and it is sad to see them go all of a sudden, but they will never be forgotten. When all goes back to normal, ATL just won't be the same.

@evanlu5351 3 жыл бұрын

man i teared up this was a really cool airplane i admired what a shame its being retired so early R.I.P. 777

@afcgeo882 3 жыл бұрын

There’s still a good chance you might see a 777x in Delta colors.

@armoredgaming2352 3 жыл бұрын

what do you mean rip 777? there’s a bunch of other airlines still operating them

@LMays-cu2hp 3 жыл бұрын

I hear you also. The 777s are really really nice. I was scared when I first saw 777s fly the long distance with those two big engines. But that aircraft can fly. I am from United so, I understand those emotions about this.

@furkxn1 3 жыл бұрын

@@afcgeo882 You know Delta is going full airbus :)

@furkxn1 3 жыл бұрын

@@afcgeo882 I am pretty sure they won’t get the 777X

@DinoEdits11 3 жыл бұрын

Such a sad time for a beautiful plane going away

@josephmarrinhas2713 3 жыл бұрын

Who else agrees that this guy is the most entertaining plane KZfaq I am a big fan of aircraft and hope I can open my own airplane

@Lee247Jamaica 3 жыл бұрын

Sam Chui: am i a joke to you

@stoje8405 3 жыл бұрын

@@Lee247Jamaica hmmm brooks and sam are equal imo, they are also seen together in one of the videos too

@corpnupe85 3 жыл бұрын

I had the opportunity to Fly on a 777 from Atlanta to Los Angeles in First/Business Class. What an amazing experience.

@LadySpindriftVlogs 2 жыл бұрын

I'll never forget the time I boarded a Delta 777-200LR from Minneapolis-St. Paul (MSP) to Tokyo-Narita (NRT), as it was part the long trek of my very first trip back to the Home Country of the Philippines. Everything you said about this holds true for so many us, and this iconic Aircraft meant so much. By far, this was the best looking out of the Boeing Fleet in my book and I absolutely miss it.

@pete84101 3 жыл бұрын

And Delta was one of the few airlines where the economy cabin was laid out in a 3-3-3 giving the customer some width

@I-am-a-Toyota-4runner 3 жыл бұрын

That was my Favorite plane ;( RIP all of delta's 777

@mlgreenspan1760 3 жыл бұрын

This was not just an aircraft type for Delta, it was also Boeing's entry, to be competitive in world travel, Boeing put a lot on the line...it was the first aircraft designed fully by computer. It's a sad day when any aircraft type is retired, this one prematurely at only 11 years old....it was just broken in...the triple-7 will still be flying for years to come with other carriers. I got to ride the 777 back in 2000 and it was a nice, smooth ride. Bon voyage 777!

@mananagarwal637 3 жыл бұрын

My first international flight was on a 777 (thai), my first flight in business was on a 777 (emirates), my most flown wide-body is a 777. An absolutely brilliant aircraft! The 747 for people from the 90s and 2000s

@weazleman36 3 жыл бұрын

GSO is where I’m from. I moved to ATL to work for Delta 25 years ago. I’ve worked on every 737, 757, 767, 777 in our fleet at some point in my career. The 777 is a great aircraft. Boeing is a great company to deal with when it comes to repairs. We are truly going to miss this aircraft.

@PaulStewartAviation 3 жыл бұрын

As I said on your Insta post, It's extra sad because these aircraft had so much more to give. We all knew that the 747 and A340s were on the way out, but this, like the A380, is too young to be off to the aircraft boneyard. :( And sooo true about those engines starting up, and then that spool up is magical!

@matthewneiman 3 жыл бұрын

Both an Air France and a Delta 777 are what brought me across the Atlantic on my broader journey to and from Istanbul, Turkey, humbly in coach, for one of the most memorable six months of my life. Thanks buddy, You'll be missed!

@mason9483 3 жыл бұрын

I feel so lucky I was able to ride on one of their 777s before COVID ruined everything. I sure will miss them. I was able to ride on their A350 as well and the experience was really similar to the 777, so a good replacement is in line.

@angelomenjivar58 3 жыл бұрын

My first 777 flight was from SFO-DEN with United back in 00. Great plane, fond memories, gratitude and hope I can fly on a 777 again. Another great video Jeb, love your work.

@tompinnef6331 3 жыл бұрын

My first jet flight was in a 707. So much has changed in 50 years. Thank you for the video. 'Spin'

@BrandonHanson 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for doing another video on these flights. Safe travels in the future.

@jakeatom4841 3 жыл бұрын

That was the most beautiful plane in the most beautiful livery. I always imagined being a pilot, and flying it. It’s the aircraft that made me decide I’m going to be a pilot. And the plane was just retrofitted, it was such a shocking retirement. And I think it’s so sad that this plane, along with all planes retired during COVID, just don’t get the send off they deserve. They deserve water salutes, televised final flights, and plane spotters everywhere.

@scottwallace3884 3 жыл бұрын

Great job, Jeb. Always quality content! I flew the DL 777 from LAX to SYD r/t a few years ago. Love the wonderfully powerful engines on take off. Keep up the good work!

@nicholastaylor7075 3 жыл бұрын

Great video Jeb!! Thanks for sharing this awesome moment with all of us... Keep up the great work!

@Pilot721 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for doing these videos, Jeb. They're appreciated by so many of us who couldn't be there.

@nateleech3887 3 жыл бұрын

So sad to see them go ☹️. The triples were really great aircraft and it’s sad to see delta retire them. A few of them were only 11-12 years old. Great vid jeb! Glad you brought the final goodbye to my computer for me to watch. Safe travels and God bless!

@alohafromkauai6569 3 жыл бұрын

One of your best videos! Aloha 777🤙🏼

@tomhornsby2679 3 жыл бұрын

Flown it a handful of times but perhaps the most memorable flight was MSP-NRT-SIN. Thanks for including the full engine start up, its a lovely sound.

@michaelpanzarella7490 3 жыл бұрын

You knocked that out of the park Jeb. Thank you so much for this video . I miss the 777 already .

@BlakeEdgington 3 жыл бұрын

Beautiful. Emotional. Painful. Excellent work Mr Brooks.

@robschneider3900 3 жыл бұрын

Great video Jeb! It was great to meet you on this historic flight!

@sebastiansaridakis798 3 жыл бұрын

I loved the 777, it was so practical for Delta, and it's sad to see it go

@cmikesmith664 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you for sharing.

@timothyb949 3 жыл бұрын

*wiping my eyes* From this retiree's perspective, you did us proud, Jeb. Thank you.

@yanplays4132 2 жыл бұрын

4:06 I just love the sound of the engine. I could hear that all decades

@annaliesebuchan 3 жыл бұрын

what a great video Jeb! gave me the chills!💙

@Geezimac 3 жыл бұрын

Such a nice retrofit, sad to see that there will be many folks who won’t get to enjoy that experience. Great video Jeb, safe travels to ya!

@MrHelpGuy411 3 жыл бұрын

Bitter sweet moment. Was on this flight, glad I had the chance to meet you in the gate area before take off!

@paultuvman5267 3 жыл бұрын

Jeb..thanks so much for a beautiful sendoff for Delta's B777. I took the early retirement package and recently retired (09/01/2020) as a Delta B777 Captain/Line Check Pilot. Your Captain on this flight was Captain Dutch Holland...really a great guy/pilot (Also a Line Check Pilot). The B777 was the best plane I've ever flown. It did everything well in terms of how much it could carry, how long long it could stay in the air and was never short of performance. I can't imagine these B777-200LR's not being picked up by someone at some point in the future. This is an amazing aircraft and like you mentioned, still relatively new. You did a great job of really telling a great story of this plane and how many lives have been affected by it's presence....thank you!

@burritoboi6620 3 жыл бұрын

I’m an in tears. This has been my second favorite airline and my favorite aircraft. I will miss you. When I’m older I have longed to be a pilot on this bird. Well... I guess i have to fly the United 777-300. Love ur vids!!!

@aarongoss8514 3 жыл бұрын

Awesome job as always Jeb! How people could "dislike" this content is beyond me!

@GreenerGrass 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks so much!

@patrickmiskelly5913 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the great video to such a great plane for Delta, sorry to see it go. 777 is my all time favorite plane!

@jackgoodman6976 3 жыл бұрын

Wonderful video Jeb!

@jowillard2373 3 жыл бұрын

Awesome video Jeb, So sorry to see this bird go.

@jakethepitador2558 3 жыл бұрын

I remember making a point of going through Seattle on my way to Tampa back in 1994 to see the first 777 on the tarmac, still in Boeing factory livery. What a sight that was to see! Will never forget that. ☺️

@erikajones8009 Жыл бұрын

This makes me so sad. Didn't realize. I flew on one from Chicago to London and we were on one of the first couple flights for the air craft. The service was great and the plane was awsome. My first and only time being in the uk. Thank you for sharing this.

@mlk50002009 3 жыл бұрын

Really happy I got to fly on a Delta 777-200LR earlier this year in January from JFK-ATL. Plane was retrofitted and I even got a free upgrade to comfort plus! I’ll never forget the sound of those engines and how quickly we took off for such a big bird.

@JDGatorRx 3 жыл бұрын

Super sad to hear but an amazing video. Thank you!!!!

@lencrites7259 3 жыл бұрын

Enjoyable video. You’re a wonderful man!

@Billhatestheinternet 3 жыл бұрын

That is nuts. I remember being in the 10th grade and flying to Manchester. Left Tulsa, OK, on a 727 (Retired shortly after 9/11). Left Atlanta on an MD-11 to MAN. Returned from MAN to ATL on a 777. I was on one of the final flights of the MD-11, and first of the 777. Now the 777 is gone. And it is hands down the best aircraft that Boeing ever put together, save maybe the B-52.

@normanwoods1179 3 жыл бұрын

One beautiful plane. My only trip I took was back in 2016 ATL-JNB-ATL, it was my longest flight until 2019 when I did DFW-HKG with AA.

@shortylucy Жыл бұрын

Getting all emotional here.. It’s bittersweet. ❤

@mattneal5257 3 жыл бұрын

Hard to believe. I remember when the 777 was brand new and what an amazing and revolutionary airplane it was. I still remember my first 777 flight - Denver to Las Vegas in a snowstorm. Just an amazing ride. Delta no longer flying the 747 and the 777 is extremely sad for some reason

@Flyingflorida 3 жыл бұрын

Fondly remember my 1st time on a B777 and on Deltas to boot . In 2004 I flew from Dublin Ireland to Orlando and connected via Atlanta. I deliberately prolonged my transit time to take one of Delta 777s from ATL to MCO. The reason for the trip was to start my pilot training with Delta Connection Academy in Sanford Orlando. Fast forward 16 years and I’m now a B777 Captain flying for a major Middle Eastern airline. Fantastic manufacturer and wonderful aircraft. Love your videos Jeb. Take care

@roberthamilton1301 3 жыл бұрын

Thank You Sir

@arizona7377 3 жыл бұрын

It is sad to see the 777-200 go. At least we will still be able to enjoy the 767 for 5 more years. It was so much fun to watch the 777 taking off.

@LMays-cu2hp 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks. Yes, the 777s are really nice. I am from United Airlines and I have loved working on them. Thanks again.

@LMays-cu2hp 3 жыл бұрын

Yes, the GE engines are so nice.

@OliDeu 3 жыл бұрын

Unbelievable, the new interiors look immaculate...

@ryankenyon5010 3 жыл бұрын

Great video!

@theoneghost2 3 жыл бұрын

Dad: Son, why are u crying? His son: *watches this video* I will admit, delta is a good airline, but i will miss the iconic 777’s of them R.I.P. Delta 777

@adiw.852 3 жыл бұрын

Flew on the 777-200LR and ER several times; SIN-NRT and LAX-NRT in the old Business Elite herringbone config, and last year MSP-HND-MSP a couple times in Delta One Suite. I really enjoyed those flights. Great video!

@raymondlowry8564 3 жыл бұрын

I have flown the 777 with several different airlines, but most of these flights were on Delta. I will miss this aircraft very much! Nice video and thank you for sharing!

@juliensvideography 3 жыл бұрын

excellent video Jeb , liked

@truthmatters8770 3 жыл бұрын

i wasn't even interested in this topic, but I enjoy your videos so much that I decided to watch it and found it to be awesome, thank you!

@alexwoolford_surf 2 жыл бұрын

I went on a retro fitted flight from LA to SYD in 2011, i didn't realize how cool it was until now!

@iamsandrewsmith 3 жыл бұрын

I spent 17 hours on one of those 777's going to Johannesburg a few years ago. What amazing machines.

@gmanpopo1 3 жыл бұрын

Second love the vids and I love aviation travel. Thanks Jeb

@nickdang2474 2 жыл бұрын

Amazing video Jeb. You were able to capture all the beauty of flying on the 777. Never flew on DL but first time on a UA 777 back in '99, never felt the same about aviation after that! I just wish we could have heard the engine sound during takeoff :)

@mattthomas4533 3 жыл бұрын

This 777 was truly a remarkable plane and made a lasting impression. I remember last year on my way back from SYD to LAX, my girlfriend and I were surprised the day of and got upgraded to first. On top of this, it was my first international upgrade on a plane with lay flat seats and man, was the refurbished cabin and service impressive. Truly an unforgettable experience within itself. It’s sad to see her go. 😢

@divox9pqr 3 жыл бұрын

Did a Newark to New Delhi three yrs ago on a United 777 in business class to connect with a Thai Air to Bangkok. Loved the 777’s powerful thrust and rapid climbing ability.

@paulbyrne1159 3 жыл бұрын

My wife and I flew Atl to Dubai in 2010. Great 15 hour first class experience. Bye Delta 777

@AllOfAviation 3 жыл бұрын

Jeb, I feel the same way as you🙏. I dropped some tears when I heard the 747 was leaving production.😞♥

@germb747 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you for posting, Jeb! I really wish I had gone on this flight now; I almost did but at least now I was able to go along ‘virtually’! 😀

@CodeBlue_EMT-P 3 жыл бұрын

Great job, Jeb. She is a beauty that will live in our minds and hearts forever.

@mikegrant8839 3 жыл бұрын

wow thats so sad. I was jumping for joy when they retired the MD series (awful to fly on every week). This hits different so many memories.

@mikefromuniontown3809 3 жыл бұрын

777 ON A DOMESTIC FLIGHT is still something to see but then again My first x-country was on Delta in a LOCKHEED TRI STAR..and that beautiful L 10-11 was a way ahead of its time BIRD and landing in Atlanta from Seattle, watching the huge wing going so high in a banked turn all this in 1982 while I was a teen contemplating a career. It definitely was life inspiring. in 2005 I almost got a ride on the 767 that was being used for flight 777 from Atlanta to Las Vegas back then but it didn't work out. I agree with the Captain when 2020 is over flying to the future and new generation of aviators and enthusiasts shall take to the skies for new dreams and destinations. Thanks for the memories!

@JaredDLarsen 3 жыл бұрын

I flew ATL to LAX on the 777 in November 2019. It is a magnificent plane.

@icysam18 3 жыл бұрын

such an amazing bird so many memories

@mathman8 3 жыл бұрын

I flew in the Delta 777 last year from LAX to Sydney, I have to say it had a very good business class and the flight was very enjoyable. I wanted to fly the triple 7 again but sadly I was in SHOCK when I heard Delta decided to retire their 777s. I had a good memory aboard the aircraft and I will never forget that airplane trip. I will always remember one of the best planes in the sky from Delta's.

@shellb623 3 жыл бұрын

Such a humble guy! Im hooked on this channel.😅

@GreenerGrass 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks so much!!

@Dokatrall 3 жыл бұрын

it was awesome to be part of the journey of the final flight

@torgeirbrandsnes1916 3 жыл бұрын

Great vlog as always! Sad that they had to go. I love the 777. Delta has not been the inovator when it comes to buy new and untested aircraft. I can only think of the DC-9, 76, and the MD-88. I hope I am wrong. The bad ass sound of the GE 90-115 engine sounds like the deep piano keys! Man what a sound! Stay safe, and be safe!

@richardsmith8912 3 жыл бұрын

Sad Day! :( I flew on the Spirt of Atlanta 777 in 2017 from LAX to ATL when my dad passed away. such a beautiful and Iconic aircraft. Sad to see it go.

@judysuiter371 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks, Jeb for the memories. I, too, will miss the the 777. Hope you and your family are doing well. Judy Suiter

@mcdonnelldouglasmd-1124 3 жыл бұрын

What a lovely day!

@Joes-Adventures71 3 жыл бұрын

As a delta mechanic. The 777's were my babies. I work on all the ones that flew from msp to Japan. It's a good airplane that rarely gave us trouble. Mostly just routine maintenance.

@br6mh3ndr1ks7 3 жыл бұрын

B777 is ans will be forever my favorite plane, it is so big and beautiful.

@jamesking1952 3 жыл бұрын

Hi Jeb Keep up the good work.

@howardcod4 3 жыл бұрын

Wow the L-1011 is gone and now the 777 what a shame both such grand liners with powerful engines that made music in my heart when starting up, just a thrill thanks for the memories Delta 1011 and triple 7...............

@ChelseaUSA 3 жыл бұрын

Touching! I flew the LR in DL 1st between LAX ->SYD and JNB ->ATL on a round the world treat to myself and a friend! (It included 8 destinations in between on SkyTeam member airlines). SENSATIONAL DL product and crew! Flying Forward I #FlyDeltaJets!

@johnburke1317 Жыл бұрын

Very nice video

@rf101259 3 жыл бұрын

I’m glad I got to fly the refurbished 777 in 2019 twice. Once in the Delta One suite ATL-LAX and once in Premium Select also ATL-LAX. Sad to see it retired.

@__momo10__ 3 жыл бұрын

Tears man 💔😢 farewell to the iconic DL777 😩

@causeoflava 3 жыл бұрын

Excellent videography and narration! I loved this aircraft, as an avgeek I used to collect the safety cards and got one of the 777-200LR.

@dinosaucers6704 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks to the 777, continually flew me safe from Syd to Lax and back for the last 6 years

@josephlowry2840 Жыл бұрын

As a recent subscriber, I would like to add a late comment. I had the opportunity to do the same flight in 2019 in first class (which I rarely fly). My girlfriend and I loved it. A great memory.