In 2004, a World War II pilot had the chance to sit in the cockpit before his Southwest flight. Sometimes the smallest moments can have the biggest impact on someone’s life.
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@Video-tipsTv7 жыл бұрын
WOW!! the captain actually cried saying "That was an honor to me!" I really want to shake his hand!
@tessarix7 жыл бұрын
For those in the military, I say "Thank you for your service". for the rest of us, please take a moment, when you see a veteran from any war, to say thank you to them.
@Airplaneobseesed99372 жыл бұрын
Yes u are correct I saw 10 veterans and I said thank u for what they did and how hard they worked
@troygroomes1042 жыл бұрын
Big RESPECT TO THOSE THAT SERVED & TO THE FAMILIES OF THE FALLEN MILITARY MEMBERS
@PlaneNerd0003 ай бұрын
I always do. I honor them, I want to serve in the Air Force
@robertweber21454 жыл бұрын
Southwest pilots are awesome. Never hear of any other airline honoring our hero veterans. Keep it up southwest
@lootgamesyt-97694 жыл бұрын
Robert Weber agreed
@cody70682 ай бұрын
They definitely do, it’s just that SWA is very active on social media and displaying things like this. There are pilots from all airlines that have done this, the company just doesn’t have a social media presence like SWA does. SWA is a company, airlines and entity that all other airlines should look up to. I genuinely do not know anyone that doesn’t like SWA. If SWA had wide body’s and had international long haul flights, no doubt in my mind they would be virtually unstoppable. One of the greatest company’s in the world.
@robdobson50564 жыл бұрын
My Dad just passed away...retired Colonel and Command Pilot...he would have loved to see this. The greatest generation.
@ashokiimc3 жыл бұрын
Wish I could thank your dad for his service. Can you tell us stories about his service im sure people would love to hear them.
@srnorris588 жыл бұрын
God Bless Captain John of Southwest and the family of 1st Lt. Alva Spain. My father was born the same year as Mr. Spain, and passed in 2007. He left the Army AF in 1946 as a Major, instructing and flying PBYs and the B17G, in Illinois, Mississippi, and Florida. He followed McArthur's advance through the Pacific, flying with the 5th AF, 6th Emergency Rescue Squadron. Mr. Spain and my Dad were truly among the Greatest Generation. Our generation pales by comparison.
@normanalvarez57516 жыл бұрын
srnorris58 Thay don't call them the best generation for nothing God bless
@nancypapadopoulos70276 жыл бұрын
thks southwest ur military training were all in good hands (God blessed us havin u in charge)😇n.p.
@lucasmachetti74573 жыл бұрын
God bless
@USAIRFORCE6215 жыл бұрын
After 17 yrs of flying Southwest this is why I continue to fly them because they not only love our veterans they genuinely care!
@amtk415w8 жыл бұрын
Who the hell is chopping onions at a time like this???
@jviation7378 жыл бұрын
Hey! I'm not crying, just "stuff" in my eyes..
@rkbkirin59758 жыл бұрын
Darn onion-cutting ninjas is who!
@shchorss8 жыл бұрын
+JordanCO_ TV I swear to god, I see you on every video.
@jviation7378 жыл бұрын
Justin Dobbs I'm magic
@Norwegian7337 жыл бұрын
Noticed someone must have squeezed one at 0:57. Weird.
@Bruce-19567 жыл бұрын
Great stuff Southwset, there are so few WWII veterans still alive today, they deserve all the tributes they get.
@inactivefatimahgianna2456 жыл бұрын
Very touching! I recently turned 17, but sadly, just 7 hours prior to my 17th birthday, on the 5th of June, 2018, my great grandfather passed away at the age of 96, just a week short of his 97th birthday. My great grandpa was a flight engineer for United Airlines on the DC-10. I got to keep a plaque of his with the picture of a DC-10 on it. He served United for a very long time before he retired.
@dpm-jt8rj Жыл бұрын
Every time I need a "Feel Good" moment, I watch this video. That captain did not have to do what he did with that WWII vet, but he did and that just goes to show that good and good people do exist. A lot of good people work in one fashion or another with the aviation segment of society.
@JMancaruso897 жыл бұрын
I honestly don't know how anyone could give this video a thumbs down. So very cool. It really struct a nerve for me. Two of my Grandfathers were in WW2, along with my Great Uncle. I'm glad I choose to fly South West. This makes them that much cooler.
@shawnchief286 жыл бұрын
What a great gesture by the Capt. Thanks from a veteran sir honoring a great WWII vet.
@Easy_Going__3 жыл бұрын
I really love how Southwest emphasizes the sacrifices and service of our troops and veterans. Southwest has always been my airline, but I have a new appreciation for them as a company. 💙❤️💛
@jonathancschwarz2 жыл бұрын
This is truly honoring a Veteran. I'm not saying the free stuff and food on 11NOV isn't nice it is but to truly honor a Veteran is to truly listen to his or her experience. Each h one of us have experience and not a lot of us ever really get asked to share that experience.
@shawnchief282 жыл бұрын
Amen brother, that is absolutely beautiful
@kerrijohnstone75887 жыл бұрын
You LEGEND Captain.....both you you! Brought tears to my eyes!!!
@richardbeanii66626 жыл бұрын
Just saw this, this is what we ALL need to be like. Respect those who came before us, risked their lives for what we have today and let them know that what they did will never be forgotten. Kudos to the pilot of South West, very class move. Thank you for being an american man.
@benjaminl30847 жыл бұрын
I didn't plan on crying tonight. What a great story and thank you for sharing it!
@JLewis-vv5zf6 жыл бұрын
I must say I am not someone who posts comments, but this particular video unexpectedly brought real tears to my eyes when watching it. I have always had the greatest respect for our military, and especially for who are not often enough referred to as “the greatest generation”,..my father being one of them. This gesture of recognition, admiration and sincere appreciation the Alaskan Airlines flight caption paid to a true WW2 U.S. military pilot is absolutely priceless. Did you see the tears streaming from the outer edges of his eyes as he was explaining the significance the meeting had on him? This is true appreciation. And hearing him say how he so treasures the little bit of time he got to share with the WW2 pilot, and the profound impact the chance meeting had on him, speaks volumes. May God forever bless all those who have sacrificed to keep The United States free. I will forever be greatful for their service.
@cherilenhert4898 жыл бұрын
I use to work for TWA and I miss working for the airlines, It is special times like these that warm your heart. You think how a passenger touched your life and hopefully as an airline employee that you did the same for your passengers. My brother was a flight attendant for over 30 yrs with AA. He worked with some of the best pilots. He knew everyone that flew into the Pentagon that terrible day on 9/11. He knew that pilot very well as he had flown with him many a times. Many people these days are frustrated with the airlines as passengers. That is understandable as it has changed so much. But, it doesn't excuse the fact that each employee for the airlines do their best and work hard. It is what goes on behind the scenes that makes that airline a success. So, I just want to say to this pilot at SWA and the family of this video...Thank You. For it is times like these that make your day as an airline employee. It is what we were made for and it is in our blood as we get you to your destination!!!!
@bw1622 жыл бұрын
My dad was a pilot for TWA for 37 years. DC-2 to the 707. My life has been aviation as well. But your right, those TWA years were special.
@737diva7 жыл бұрын
Thank you for sharing such a heartwarming story,,
@aviatoralex47742 жыл бұрын
Wow. I am speechless. This is one of the many reason why my family always flies you guys! Every time I fly with you guys I always sit down with the pilots up front and talk to them from an aspiring pilot to pilot. The SWA pilots are ALWAYS willing to talk and just be great! God bless this airline.
@paulp6405 Жыл бұрын
There is a very real reason that Southwest Airlines uses a heart as their logo... it is a family... a family that cares about the staff, the pilots, the attendants, AND their customers.
@donsmith98994 жыл бұрын
Southwest, Ya'll are the best. From our Daddys to you, Thank you for your time and Caring. It means alot to them, and us to see them smile. ♥️👍
@MegaSnow1213 жыл бұрын
Darn it, Southwest! You make me cry with all these touching stories. But, thank you! God bless the two pilots so far apart in years, yet so alike.
@rjb0736 жыл бұрын
Thanks for sharing this story. Most WWII soldiers are now gone, but for the few that are left and read this post, I just want to thank you for your service.
@arizonaaviator19038 жыл бұрын
People find such dumb reasons to hate on such a caring airline.
@mohshehri4 жыл бұрын
Southwest Airlines do many emotional videos every now and then What got me is this video and the Captain who brought back his dad’s remainings after he is gone for 52 years leaving lovefield airport
@billwilliams7566 Жыл бұрын
What a grand story! Thanks to that pilot and his heart for a true hero.
@jakekalogeris77897 жыл бұрын
This is why I love southwest. They are so nice to everyone. If this was American Airlines or Delta they would have treated him as a normal passenger.
@susanfresneda22134 жыл бұрын
So nice to see real good people paying tribute to a great man!
@scottish7855 жыл бұрын
Thank You sir for your service and maybe you find smooth skies in the afterlife!!! And Thank You Captain for honoring one of our honored veterans!!!
@rickeymitchell86206 жыл бұрын
I wanted to try saying something profound about this video, but I can think of nothing. Tears ran down my cheek as I watched the video unfold. Mankind is so rich with good deeds we mostly never hear about. Here is one that did not get away. God Bless Lt AJ and this modern day pilot who saw living history and acknowledged the sacrifice. As an Air Force veteran, I know how it makes me feel when someone says thank you and shakes your hand. I know this had an impact far beyond these two people. It restores my faith in mankind when I see things like this.
@GM8101PHX3 жыл бұрын
Thought it was 4 years ago, it is so very touching and awesome. That Captain made the day of that veteran and in turn the veteran made the Captain's day!!
@USAIRFORCE6214 жыл бұрын
A heart wrenching beautiful story and quite the fitting tribute to an outstanding WW II veteran but then again I'd expect nothing less from Southwest, their the best airline in the entire world for a reason!
@kirkb25966 жыл бұрын
I worked for another airline for 30 years & said when I retired I would be a flight attendant for southwest for this very reason They are great 👍👍
@MasterCarguy44-pk2dq7 жыл бұрын
I thought I was tough, till the capt lost it TWICE, then the flood gates opened. Wonderful, touching story. Thx for sharing it SWA.
@TommyZTrains7 жыл бұрын
VERY VERY VERY "Heartfelt" ! God Bless our Troop's / and Southwest !
@a.leblanc138 жыл бұрын
I love southwest
@deeazz7777 жыл бұрын
Southwest Airlines= they make flying an enjoyable experience while still not charging for checked in bags!!!
@FLYBOY29354 жыл бұрын
A LeB Who doesn’t! It’s a beautiful company! I plan to fly for them as a pilot in the coming years%
@willielarimer71703 ай бұрын
This humble southwest pilot had tears, made me cry as well😢
@saxman71315 жыл бұрын
How very touching. My dad was a DDay Veteran. He died 4.5 years ago. I miss him terribly.
@whiterabbit-wo7hw7 жыл бұрын
What an honor for this pilot to have this privlage. RIP airman.
@deborahjordan28583 жыл бұрын
I just love Southwest!!! Only airlines I will fly, THANK YOU ALL, EVERYONE , who work for Southwest Airlines! God Bless and keep up the great work!!!!! I have seen some funny videos of airline attendants doing some impersonations while telling passengers the main info of their flight, hoping one day I will be on a flight with one of those talented attendants! LOL
@itsumonihon6 жыл бұрын
southwest why you gotta make a man cry. damn you.
@creeper86473 ай бұрын
From the widow of a WWII pilot, thank you.
@munozcampos4 жыл бұрын
Southwest has consistently been a top performing airline. Good experience.👌
@lamper26 жыл бұрын
My uncle, Capt John Matter was one of Southwest's first pilots-his son John flew for Southwest many years later and several of his daughters were flight attendants
@kcsnow94473 жыл бұрын
I'm proud to know a Southwest Airlines pilot who flies out of west Phoenix (near Luke Airforce base). This man has 2000+ hours in F-16s--if you fly for Southwest you can probably figure out who I'm referring to by now...but I will not speak his name--its private to him alone. If you have to ask, it's probably because he keeps a low profile and doesn't brag about himself. He has always been one of a handful of the most humble, outgoing and genuinely fine men I've had the privilege to know, even though I don't know him all that well these days--it's been several years since we've spoken, much to my loss. But he would have done just what this pilot in command did too, and would have felt it just as much. Kudos to both.
@josepablotassara89907 жыл бұрын
when I am an old veteran, many moons from now. I hope that I will be as lucky.
@RedneckRealist3 жыл бұрын
What a treasure, I’d fly with that captain any time
@stevehofmaster4292 Жыл бұрын
Wow how wonderful is this,thank you Captain for your kindness and generosity!❤️❤️👍
@redwingdetroit96714 жыл бұрын
Thank you captain for going out of your way to honor a hero the way you did.
@chivas100557 жыл бұрын
Who put a bowl of onions in front of my face
@elenaramirez28906 жыл бұрын
Anthony Yanez
@zunkman17 жыл бұрын
Thank you, Sir......and Thank you, Sir.
@smburgess077 жыл бұрын
Wow! Southwest, this up lifted my day. What a wonderful story about two great men. Thanks to the Captain and thanks to the family for sharing this amazing story. We love your airline!
@Lubbockgaymale8 жыл бұрын
Thanks for treating one of my Lubbock neighbors so well, SWA!
@cameronschindler256 жыл бұрын
This was SOO touching
@fentontaylor90214 жыл бұрын
A little kindness can go a long way. Great job Captain!
@christobaliancantu7112 Жыл бұрын
What a very awesome pilot to do that for the veteran! Thank you veterans and the men and women enlisted today. I thank and pray for them because we non military people will never understand the hell they see, go through and live after their services. Thank you and God bless you.
@JuanMartinez-hu6jk4 жыл бұрын
Who gave this video a thumbs down???? Nutty people out there.
@peacemaker-du4hz4 жыл бұрын
people that are ungrateful for their freedom
@ashokiimc3 жыл бұрын
@@peacemaker-du4hz Those Goddam liberal fucks
@motorcopjoe8 жыл бұрын
Way to go Southwest. I luv this!
@aquilinoespinozaevaristo57336 жыл бұрын
motorcopjoe 1
@freemind12296 жыл бұрын
good people.. beautiful hearts .
@shannansmith21883 жыл бұрын
Wow.. thank you to the Captain for honoring a vet, and thank you to Capt. Spain for his service!
@billirvin90576 жыл бұрын
I won't fly any other airline as long as they are flying where I am. Awesome video and respect to one of our best generation.
@CathyArkle8 жыл бұрын
Absolutely beautiful story!
@CodyOnTheGo4 жыл бұрын
Why do most Southwest videos make me cry 😭 I can’t wait to fly for u guys!
@tracyw4 жыл бұрын
Southwest are a great airline and employ the best staff who have heart and character God bless southwest n it’s employees
@dvrowe646 жыл бұрын
THIS IS WHY I LOVE MY COUNTRY! Thank you Southwest Airlines! You are Making America Great Again!
@johnwoodall37914 сағат бұрын
Well Done Captain Sir & well done Southwest ...
@alanjones63596 жыл бұрын
My dad flew in RAF bomber command WW2 was en route to Canada mentioned to flight attendant that he was in RAF and could he have a look upfront , was treated with upmost respect moved to first class with mum and were given champagne !! , thanks AIR CANADA
@LDJeffries8 жыл бұрын
I got something in my eye! Pilots are pilots, I can't help loving them all, well, most!!!
@bluemarshall61806 жыл бұрын
L.D. Jeffries For the Love of Flying. And Pilots Speaks the Same Language.
@tonyallison11159 ай бұрын
What an amazing and humble Southwest pilot , and honourable gesture 👏🥇.
@michaelcarley70164 жыл бұрын
We have some of the BEST people , take time and look around at how many are NEAR you everyday! Appreciate them!
@markk20606 жыл бұрын
It has been said before, " Pilots are a special breed with an air about them".
@badsanta697 жыл бұрын
Soon, they will all be in the heavens. It has been an honor to know them and appreciate the sacrifice and hard work.
@roysmith33167 жыл бұрын
Two fine gentlemen of honor sitting together. It doesn't get much better than that.
@crazycanuck25784 жыл бұрын
Sometimes the smallest gesture that you do for someone else turns out to be the biggest thing that you have done for someone else who only spent a few minutes in your life.
@americanheavy64527 жыл бұрын
I'm Andy and I want to be a airline pilot! I love Southwest and I always will. I hope I can be a pilot for Southwest!😀 What a touching story👍👍
@KTMVT28 жыл бұрын
This is why I LUV Southwest! Beautiful Video!!
@geriowens41366 жыл бұрын
upward and onward.
@ronniesmith35213 жыл бұрын
Great story. Need more people like the captain
@daytonf29597 жыл бұрын
This is so nice of southwest to make this video. If I met this pilot I would thank him. This is the nicest pilots. Thank you Southwest Airlines and give that pilot a raise. #Givethepilotaraise. R.I.P Lt. "AJ" Spain will be missed
@Marty9337 жыл бұрын
My dad was a waist gunner in a B17 flying out of England in WWII. He was able to survive all his fjights and return home.
@daytonf29597 жыл бұрын
Marty933 someone in my family he was on the USS Utah and he went down into the ship to save people and he never came back up.
@Marty9337 жыл бұрын
Texas A&M Fan That is so sad, I am sorry for your families loss but he died a hero,
@daytonf29597 жыл бұрын
Marty933 yeah it's okey they recovered his body. That's y I respect Pearl Harbor so much if u go to my page there is a lot of videos on Pearl Harbor if u do go to my page this one video.
@daytonf29597 жыл бұрын
Marty933 the video I like and the Chanel is the greatest generation foundation if u want to watch the video.
@hualani67855 жыл бұрын
Once upon a time, not so long ago, existed a noticeable courtesy among cockpit crew across company lines, equipment, missions. Southwest was one group that could extend a gracious welcome, its heartwarming to learn it may still remain in a few good men and women.TYVM(fmr. PanAm & heir to WWII,preWWII left seaters).
@rachidmour.3563 жыл бұрын
Love this airline!
@hubertharned58357 жыл бұрын
very touching GOD BLESS THAT PILOT.
@WenbruReviews Жыл бұрын
Thank you, Southwest, for all you are to us all.
@PlaneNerd0003 ай бұрын
The veteran looked so young!
@BrandonHowle2 жыл бұрын
What an amazing story. Well done Captain, we’ll done.
@bunakkaptan6 жыл бұрын
How many chances you get in life to meet a II.World War Pilot ..? That's a very touching story.. That's awsom... KUDOS to both of them..
@petebiddle79003 жыл бұрын
THANK YOU, SOUTHWEST AIRLINES.
@superfast304 жыл бұрын
Pilot is a class act!
@jambocoo6 жыл бұрын
Bless you Captain for taking the time with this true hero. And for the 264 dislikes, shame on you....
@perrywalton9648 жыл бұрын
What a fabulous video, a touching story, and an appreciation of two airmen dedicated to the safety and protection of life. We could all learn humility, humanity, compassion, understanding, and appreciation from these two men of the sky. Thank you, Southwest and Memorial Day weekend is the perfect time to honor Lt. A. J. Spain
@harryzansberg38018 жыл бұрын
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@daytonf29597 жыл бұрын
Perry Walton thank you for the comment
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@covinaburgers19636 жыл бұрын
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@yvonnenavarro53105 жыл бұрын
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@jcbak7 жыл бұрын
It doesn't get cooler than that......period.
@afriend3473 жыл бұрын
Moving to say the least. Thank-you Captain for honoring the Greatest Generation. Wish I could have sat in the jump seat and listened into your conversations. Fly high and fly right...
@scholzm16 жыл бұрын
Terrific job Captain. Well done.
@mattka53546 жыл бұрын
Very moving. This is why I Fly Southwest. If This Were United Airlines that veteran would have been thrown out.
@TheCrimsonFckr7 жыл бұрын
The greatest generation indeed
@markvillafuerte9460 Жыл бұрын
These are just a few reasons out of millions that make this Airline company so special! To every employee of Southwest Airlines, I salute your hearts and hard work that makes you an Amazing Airline.
@stevewales-uk Жыл бұрын
This will stay with me for a long time
@tommyp98262 жыл бұрын
What a BEAUTIFUL story! God bless you Captain John!
@census33704 жыл бұрын
Southwest the only thing your videos do is make me cry.