15 Things You Learn When You Fly First Class

15 Things You Learn When You Fly First Class For The First Time

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This video answers the following questions:
What is it like to fly first class?
What do you notice when you first fly first class?
What's the difference between first and business class?
Is flying first class worth it?
Is business class worth the money?
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00:00 - Intro
01:00 - It’s a measure of the
person you are becoming
01:34 - It’s a celebratory
experience
02:04 - The staff gives you
the attention you deserve
02:06 - Airplane food comes
with an a la carte menu
03:17 - You’ll never look at flights over 5 hours the same again
03:58 - Lying flat and
sleeping is the closest
thing to teleportation
04:49 - Travel isn’t about getting from point A to point B
05:29 - You’re surrounded by other successful or interesting people
06:04 - You relax in luxury lounges
07:00 - Privacy is key
08:27 - Sleeping kits
& large bathrooms
09:09 - Most people flying first
or business don’t pay for
the ticket themselves
09:55 - It’s a feeling that you
will always remember but never relive
10:26 - Everyone should experience luxury to see what it's like
10:54 - It’s even better
if you’ve earned it

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[alux]

Hello Aluxers, have you ever flown first or business class?

[MrWarrenRB]

You should distinguish international long haul first class flights from short trip first class flights, there's a big difference.

[TFM]

I flew business class with Singapore Airlines from LAX to Tokyo. 10 years ago I was broke and could barely keep the lights on. I used to watch YouTuber videos of people flying in business class and told myself one day that would be me. I enjoyed every moment of being in the business class lounge and having a sky bed. Now I am going again this year for my second business class trip with SIA. I used to fly premium economy but now that I’ve had a sky bed, I may never go back 😁

[Lawyerman]

My first overseas business class flight took place this past January, Los Angeles to Melbourne, Australia, 16 hours on a United Airlines dreamliner. I loved the lie flat seats at a push of a button, the hot towels, warm nuts, and the ability to request both dessert choices at the end of dinner. Also, the storage space and large screen IFE were amazing.

[mikeknowles]

If you fly a lot of first class you need to run the numbers and see if you can actually afford to be on a fractional ownership of a private jet. You'd be surprised. The lack of waiting for everyone else to get on the plane and find their seats when flying private is amazing. If your time is money remember you're spending it waiting for everyone else. The airline first class lounges are pretty cool and it's true I've met some celebs in there. Key point - if you do meet someone famous keep the converstion related to their work and stay away from personal topics and they will generally engage. Another key point - trying to get a first class upgrade at the airport is just a game and kind of fun. Dress for the part because the ticket agents have a lot of discretion. My leveling up story has to do with starting out in life as an aircraft mechanic, going back to school, and working my way up through management in the Aerospace business to point of being the guy in the suit riding in the corporate jet rather than the guy working on it. I don't how to describe the irony.

[sharonjones]

I loved my experiences in first class. When possible I fly private. It would be great if you share a video on how average people can participate in private jet clubs. thanks, ALUX. I love this channel.

[LindaRosem]

The first time I flew first class was when I was working for an airline and had incredible flight benefits… I flew Delta from the USA to London and it was amazing, and it really opened my eyes to a new life. The journey itself really was an experience in itself and I was actually sad to see it end. I flew first class and business class many times after that until I moved overseas and it was brutal returning to economy haha but now I know what I want to work towards! 🤩

[lanresokeyo]

My 1st first class flight was mindset shifting, pleasurable and amazing. Emirates! Wow!

[ulyhey]

I’ll never forget my first experience with first class. Swiss Air to London for my birthday. Also once you get a taste of it & it’s from speaking of experience you’ll find ways to do it again & again. Especially on long-haul flights & special occasions it’s worth it.

[Deadly_DUP]

My first Business Class flight was amazing! It was with British Airways and I was upgraded for free. I was flying from London to Denver. I had seared lamb for dinner, LAMB! The salad was amazing and I had three choices of each course to choose from. There were three choices for breakfast also. The libations were all premium. I loved being able to comfortably sleep and watch a movie laying down. It was an incredible experience.

[tobalmil]

Yes, the Concorde was first class entirely and completely.
Air France and British Airways were the only two airlines who purchased and fly the Concorde. The aircraft was used mainly by wealthy rich passengers and famous celebrities who could afford to pay the high price, in exchange for the aircraft's speed(it was the fastest passengers aircraft ever, it was purely supersonic) and luxury service, to get to their destination faster than any regular comercial jet.
At a supersonic speed, it used to take passengers for example from London to New York in five hours instead of nine.
Some super wealthy Concorde flyers used to fly between London or Paris to New York, for business or pleasure, and get back home the same exact day.
For example, Phil collins amazed the whole world back in 1985, Saturday, July 13th, playing drums for Live Aid at Wembley stadium in the morning, and then flying five hours later across the Atlantic with the British Airways Concorde, to play drums again the same day for Live Aid at the JFK Stadium in Philadelphia, PA, in first class and pure luxury.
The whole world saw him doing that live via satellite on MTV(Music Television) back then.
At JFK stadium in Philadelphia, PA, people saw him playing drums in the morning live in London on the JFK stadium’s big screens, and five hours later he showed up at the JFK stadium to play drums, and at Wembley stadium in London, people saw him playing drums live in Philadelphia, PA on Wembley stadium’s big screens.
Phil Collins did that world record thanks to the Concorde.
The reason why the Concorde was so extremely expensive( more than any regular airline carrier) was the huge cost of fuel(it was required a ton of fuel per seat/weight) plus a ton of fuel to fly at a supersonic speed.
After the tragic Air France Concorde deadly accident back in July, 25 2000, both companies retired and grounded their Concorde jets for good and forever.

[gabriellacompany]

I flew in first class before, only because I was the last one to board and sat down in the first seat. I didn’t know and the flight attendant didn’t ask…

They were definitely friendly, I received a blanket, a fancy drink and had leg room! I believe it was Delta Airlines… nothing crazy but I can’t wait to afford first class I’d love some steak for a longer flight. The Goal is to fly to Dubai first class🎉because why would I fly there any other way💁🏽‍♀️thanks for another amazing video!

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[macshild]

This is so true, flew business class for the first time, and lounge access was amazing delicious buffet an assortment of drinks. I got a chance to shower and sleep for bit before boarding. and slept even more in between the gourmet meals that were served. I touched down feeling very relaxed. I don't see myself fly economy anymore so I currently looking for economic opportunities to will allow me afford business class everytime...

[polymathica]

I would love to fly first class or business class again someday. My first time flying first class was when I was 11. My parents and I had missed our flight from Manchester, NH to Orlando, FL, so the airline put us in a limo and drove us down to BOS to catch the next flight. We were upgraded to first class to make up for the inconvenience. The first leg of the flight, I was sat next to a lovely old man who told me how he made his money by buying land in California before it was worth anything. He told me about cool things like being able to take his wife to Paris for the weekend on their anniversary. The next leg of the flight I was sat next to Larry Naston, the NASCAR announcer. I had no idea who he was, but I loved his story about flying in an F-16. At the end of the flight he gave me a signed photo. The funny thing is, to me at that age these were just people with jobs—it never occurred to me to ask them how they got their jobs or how much money they make to be able to fly in first class. They were just cool people who were willing to talk to a fifth grade girl on her way to Disney World. I’ve met lots of other cool people in coach, like the guy who owns his own squirrel suit adventure company, but I can’t seem to strike up conversations with people as easily when I’m traveling with my husband in coach. Middle class mores tend to make people tight-lipped and scared of “stranger danger”; in first and business you all know you’re PLU.

[TarrelScot]

Yes... aaand no! Very much depends on the airline. Being UK based, I fly mostly BA and have had the full range of experiences with them in Business Class from superb to downright miserable, sometimes due to factors outside their control, but often due to the individual crew.
Priority Pass and similar are the reason why the airport lounge experience is now more akin to a buffet breakfast in a budget chain hotel.
By the way, we don't do the clapping thing in Europe. Well, maybe on Ryanair....

[daniellespeller]

I took First Class on American Airlines to Orlando Florida last year for Mother’s Day. It was my first time on a plane and to Florida. I loved it so much. I’d fly first class all time.

[angeliquebel]

+1 your bonus point was so on point :) for me it was Qatar Airways, the feeling was I want to fly premium cabins only :)

[Lolastar]

My first 1st Class flight was in college. I was happily upgraded 😉 The experience was exhilarating ✈️🥂 either AA or United

[sorinabalan]

It depends on the airline company. You will be disappointed in business or first class for most of the North American air companies. Some European companies are bad as well, so there is no "special" experience. The food is not good and limited in options, too much processed food and canned beverages. Some air companies don't have access to a special lounge area in the airports. Probably private would be better for those who can afford it.

[ultimatebearbeast]

+1 My journey is definitely a complex one alright! I love every bit of it. Definitely, when I'm traveling and learn to do this stuff even if I'm broke.