Darren, don’t listen to the naysayers. The majority of your subscribers loves these videos, the ‘inside baseball’ of the majors and love planes. Especially the 777 . Keep it up, we all know you’re the real deal !
RE: The comments at the end of the video I think I speak for most of your viewers, excluding the obvious negative ones, but I (and we) really appreciate your insight and your content. Thank you for making these videos.
I just happened upon your channel and enjoyed your video. I have been retired for 13 years now after spending thirty-four years working. I spent many years based in DFW. I do not miss the job at all!! I made some great friends; about five of us remain in touch. I enjoyed the layovers. The different cultures, customs, folkways, and mores were always interesting. I enjoyed the LHR layovers. People all over the world were shocked on 9/11. It changed our work life forever. I was on a layover in MAN, Manchester, UK. I live by two thoughts and share them with others when appropriate. !."Look back but do not stare." Secondly, "There are no deadlines on dreams." Be well, my friend.
Thank you for showing the world the lack of glamour of long haul ! I fly the 777 too and which breaks, which bunks, which food dominates my world . Incidentally BNN - Bovingdon - Is the airfield Glenn miller disappeared from as he set off to France . I used to do doughnuts down its runway in my first car …all the best
Hi Darren, love your detailed aviation content - makes me feel like I’m living vicariously as a pilot. Since watching your videos, I found myself using “It is what it is” all the time now 😂
Darren, keep doing videos the way that makes you happy. You owe nothing to anyone, this is all information is mere mortals rarely are privy to. Thank you for what you share! There's a saying in Spanish "El que no le gusta que no se lo coma". "Who doesn't like it, don't eat it ".
I enjoy your vids ... especially being you're far more transparent than the other Av channels I've ever seen > thanks for taking us along & sharing things from Your perspective 🙏 As for the trolls > it is what it is 😜
Darren keep up the great work…we the majority of your followers love and appreciate your content. Please keep up the great work, I’m a student pilot and I also have my ADX certificate, I appreciate everything you do thank you 🙏🏾.
And we appreciate the insights you provide into the career! Being able to learn what your day to day looks like in detail has been a big part of me deciding to pursue a career in aviation. So thank you!
Hi Darren, I’ve been watching your videos for about a month or two now and think I’ve caught up on nearly all of them.. They’re fantastic! I really enjoy your take on your life as a pilot. Don’t listen to the negative people, we all know that you take the safety aspect of your job with the highest regard (as per your crew van seatbelt comments 😉). I am about to start my flying training on a sponsored scheme with a large UK airline based out of LHR. So I really enjoy your London vids - keep them coming!
Darren don’t listen to the naysayers, I’m going to start my lessons to be a pilot soon and you’re BY FAR my favourite aviation RUclipsr! Look forward to your videos every day.
Dazza, you're a legend. Don't listen to the haters! Did you know there are even people out there who hate Captain Sully! Someone once told him *to his face* that he could have flown the aircraft out of the way of the birds!
@@geekontheflightdeck thank you! Ha they’re not my favorite either but just gotta do them. Also shout out I’m local to DFW myself, I train out of Addison
Keep doing these videos! They're very interesting for all of us - don't listen to the negative comments, for they are a fraction of the total comments composed of positives!!
Hey Darren, I always have the mindset your content is smooth as butter and easy to flow with!! There is always haters and those who think you need to hear their opinions Ah.. NO. Keep doing your thing my brother and put them in'' the pay you no mind club'' 😉😉
hi Darren first time viewer here in London I enjoyed your 'hands on approach' video especially the details of your earnings which I have never seen before on a pilot RUclips video
Your videos are very awesome Darren, I appreciate your efforts to post them. I am hoping to get a job at maybe PSA soon so I can come over to your airline in the near future
Re: Ending -- always love to see the inside story! Total LOL about the doorknob.But, y'know, glad to hear there's an escape route just in case. ;) Also -- TooGoodToGo - definitely some good values, but bakeries can be hit or miss. Whole Foods in CA has been quite decent, especially when you can time "end of day" vs "previous day's" old stuff, but it's a little harder to figure out the pattern for each location.
In my previous line of work (I’m retired) the senior folks on a shift would sit in the back rows of the briefing room…junior and new folks in front rows
@@joshuasmith1813 I'm a fairly consistent posting new videos every Thursday. I go live Randomly...try turning on notifications and clicking the bell on my page?
Great vid as always Darren! Leonidas chocolates are great!! Idk if you guys have tried it before but you should give a try to Neuhaus chocolates, bit expensive but totally worth it. My fiancée loves them.
@ it’s good fun to see such a different operation with the steep approach and short runway. Also the DLR is cool if you’ve never been on it as it’s driverless so you can sit up front!!
The issue is London is more than half non British born and has many tourists, I think we instinctively walk on the side of the path that people drive on (being a Londoner that lives in mainland Europe) and people don’t do this consciously. So I think this messes up people who grow up in London because half the people naturally want to walk on the right so we never get this subconscious habit. I lived in Japan for some time and it was wonderful just being able to walk on the left side of the pavement/sidewalk without changing sides
Hey Darren, great video, I was just wondering how does your airline calculate your flight time on a type? Is it the block time for the flight and how does it work if you are a relief pilot? Thanks!
I'll give you a pro-tip regarding the chain Paul. It is a French patisserie and boulangerie and I am afraid it doesn't cross the English channel very well. Kind of like the French can't make fish and chips properly. If you get a Paris flight, then try a Paul there. It is like two different businesses!
Darren, ignore the nay sayers. Love hearing about your flying life. Was a 135 pilot, so completely different to 121 - your trip reviews bring back memories. In my day the captain was responsible for the crew when down line - translated to hefty dinner bills that I always expensed lol. Here it seems your crew basically slam clicks until it’s time to fly home - is this accurate?
Some go out. The Captains offer to meet up for dinner with the pilots on the 777 about half the time. Rarely the FAs. On the narrow body it was similar as we swapped FAs almost every leg
Let's just say I'm inhaling them at the moment after going on a cruise. Love the videos. Background: I did the opposite of you, started commercial pilot then computer engineer. One of my old fellow CFIs just made B787 captain on AC so I'm living vicariously through you and him.
Darren, Greetings. Assist on the example below. If you are a 737 pilot based at LGA/JFK but live in Dallas, can you bid to fly premium trips out of DFW on your days off?
I’m genuinely surprised that you don’t have a British accent by now Darren! Will you have to pay that new 10£ charge for the UK entry starting in January? Much love from Switzerland good sir! Have you ever flown to LZRH? Keep up the great videos!!
I enjoy all of your videos. If you gave someone a free solid gold Cadillac they’d complain about having to buy gas. Cement heads are cement heads. You’re right, Bless their little hearts 🙄
Hey Darren, my question it’s based on what I’ve noticed from your videos. Often when I see your videos I find you operate most of the flights as a relief pilot and as a i know you must do 3t/o,ldgs /3months compared to the other airlines (same Type) I notice the FO’s are usually operates on the right seat. Would you like to explain what’s exactly your policy’s saying about it if we have the chance to know it. And thanks in advance
I can’t state airline policy verbatim. I do need 3 landings in a rolling 90 day period. If I only do relief pilot trips then they pull me into the sim for a landing simulator ride.
Next month will mark 7 years at my current airline. Previously I was at American Eagle/Envoy. I interviewed here June 2007 and started November of that year. I've down the MD80 and Airbus 319/320/321 here. At Eagle I flew the 145,175 and CRJ7
Do you put in for leave for special occasions like kids’ birthdays, activities, etc, or just gamble with your schedule whether or not you get the time off?
I request birthdays and important days off. There are few guarantees. If it’s really important and I’m scheduled to work I can request to get it off with my Chief Pilot.
@@geekontheflightdeck thanks Darren. I’m working through my CPL at the moment and have a newborn baby, I’m hoping to be at an airline within the next 5 years or so and am aware of the risk of missing some important milestones. Good to hear that it is possible to get off for important events.
Darren how about a video explaining turbulence a recent transatlantic got very choppy over Ireland , knowledge is power , explain why it’s no big deal ? …
12:57 What, in your SOP, constitutes enough turbulence to turn on the seatbelt sign (if you can say)? Or is it just a little bit subjective. I personally like moderate turbulence. It’s enjoyable and keeps things interesting.
When you haven’t flown and when you actually fly do you get rusty or is just second nature? Maybe I answered my own question but I hope you can answer.
Generally if it's been more than 2 weeks I prefer to take the second leg vs first leg. I have been doing this for a long time so at worst I turn a bit quick or more likely land a bit firmly.
Random question: I heard the way you said that high-pitched "long time" when talking about how long it was taking to get fueled. So my question is, are you singer?
They are more senior but I’ve been on the 777 longer is all. I could have been a narrow body Captain for years. I don’t want to take the quality of life hit.
I have a RUclips channel too and... every so often I get some complaint or (worse) hateful comment too. Hope you don't let it bother you, I love watching your videos.
It’s not real for airplanes and won’t be real in my lifetime for passenger planes. Recruiting in aviation is delayed, over budget and lacks original features.
Darren, don’t listen to the naysayers. The majority of your subscribers loves these videos, the ‘inside baseball’ of the majors and love planes. Especially the 777 . Keep it up, we all know you’re the real deal !
RE: The comments at the end of the video
I think I speak for most of your viewers, excluding the obvious negative ones, but I (and we) really appreciate your insight and your content. Thank you for making these videos.
I just happened upon your channel and enjoyed your video. I have been retired for 13 years now after spending thirty-four years working. I spent many years based in DFW. I do not miss the job at all!! I made some great friends; about five of us remain in touch. I enjoyed the layovers. The different cultures, customs, folkways, and mores were always interesting. I enjoyed the LHR layovers. People all over the world were shocked on 9/11. It changed our work life forever. I was on a layover in MAN, Manchester, UK. I live by two thoughts and share them with others when appropriate. !."Look back but do not stare." Secondly, "There are no deadlines on dreams." Be well, my friend.
Great video, Darren. It’s great to see the tracks and planning that is used for routing. I find it to be very informative.
Thank you for educating us Darren - keep doing this your helping a future pilot amongst your subscribers
Stumbled across your profile tonight.
20 mins in and I love your style.
Calming, interesting and the occasional dad joke.
Thanks. I try to tell it like it is.
Keep the videos coming, Darren - they are always interesting!
You're a great dude, thanks for doing what you do and I will always continue watching
Amazing insights, Darren. Loved this video, hope for more!
Thank you for showing the world the lack of glamour of long haul ! I fly the 777 too and which breaks, which bunks, which food dominates my world . Incidentally BNN - Bovingdon - Is the airfield Glenn miller disappeared from as he set off to France . I used to do doughnuts down its runway in my first car …all the best
Hi Darren, love your detailed aviation content - makes me feel like I’m living vicariously as a pilot. Since watching your videos, I found myself using “It is what it is” all the time now 😂
Darren , love the videos ! You keep it informative , entertaining and honest ! Thank you !
I love the London videos. Even with the same flight you give us different info in each. =)
Darren, keep doing videos the way that makes you happy. You owe nothing to anyone, this is all information is mere mortals rarely are privy to. Thank you for what you share! There's a saying in Spanish "El que no le gusta que no se lo coma". "Who doesn't like it, don't eat it ".
I enjoy your vids ... especially being you're far more transparent than the other Av channels I've ever seen > thanks for taking us along & sharing things from Your perspective 🙏
As for the trolls >
it is what it is 😜
Thanks, I try to be as open as possible! Glad you enjoy the vids!
I for one love your trips reports, You have the best job in the world.
Darren keep up the great work…we the majority of your followers love and appreciate your content. Please keep up the great work, I’m a student pilot and I also have my ADX certificate, I appreciate everything you do thank you 🙏🏾.
And we appreciate the insights you provide into the career! Being able to learn what your day to day looks like in detail has been a big part of me deciding to pursue a career in aviation. So thank you!
The taxi/van seatbelt advice is great. So many people dont do that and its really unsafe.
currently in CPL training and I love your videos. really relaxing and the detail is so good. this is my favorite channel rn
I enjoy your videos and the detail you provide into being a pilot. Keep it up and ignore the negative comments
Hi Darren, I’ve been watching your videos for about a month or two now and think I’ve caught up on nearly all of them.. They’re fantastic! I really enjoy your take on your life as a pilot. Don’t listen to the negative people, we all know that you take the safety aspect of your job with the highest regard (as per your crew van seatbelt comments 😉).
I am about to start my flying training on a sponsored scheme with a large UK airline based out of LHR. So I really enjoy your London vids - keep them coming!
I enjoy you making these videos. I will soon be a dispatcher that is also a pilot.
As a current student, this is great insight into the away from home lifestyle of a wide body pilot
Definitely like seeing behind the scenes. The new format is 🔥
Darren don’t listen to the naysayers, I’m going to start my lessons to be a pilot soon and you’re BY FAR my favourite aviation RUclipsr!
Look forward to your videos every day.
Watch Speed Tape Films. They are the best by a mile
Dazza, you're a legend. Don't listen to the haters! Did you know there are even people out there who hate Captain Sully! Someone once told him *to his face* that he could have flown the aircraft out of the way of the birds!
Me grinning ear to ear hearing you describe the crosswind landing in London. I love your videos. ❤
Pilot at another major, I love your content and I learn a lot from your videos. Keep up the great and fun work. See you out there.
I love your videos! As an aspiring future airline pilot working on my CAX rating now these videos give me excitement for the future
Thank you. Have fun with lazy 8s and Chandelles. I still hate those maneuvers. Ha
@@geekontheflightdeck thank you! Ha they’re not my favorite either but just gotta do them. Also shout out I’m local to DFW myself, I train out of Addison
Keep doing these videos! They're very interesting for all of us - don't listen to the negative comments, for they are a fraction of the total comments composed of positives!!
Hey Darren, I always have the mindset your content is smooth as butter and easy to flow with!! There is always haters and those who think you need to hear their opinions
Ah.. NO. Keep doing your thing my brother and put them in'' the pay you no mind club'' 😉😉
Thanks as always Darren. Love the pilot life where going to London is boring!
Love the channel…. Keep doing what you do and thanks for the insight into your world as an airline pilot
hi Darren first time viewer here in London I enjoyed your 'hands on approach' video especially the details of your earnings which I have never seen before on a pilot RUclips video
I love your videos about what you do and what the work load is like going from point A to B, keep doing it. Take care
Another great informative video. And Hot Tamales are my weakness and the best!
Great video's as usual Darren! Love the content.
Thanks!
Thank you for these videos. They are so informative.
My Man! We gotta get you off of all those carbs! Love the insight videos.
Nice job. Thanks for bringing up into your world.
Your videos are very awesome Darren, I appreciate your efforts to post them. I am hoping to get a job at maybe PSA soon so I can come over to your airline in the near future
Re: Ending -- always love to see the inside story!
Total LOL about the doorknob.But, y'know, glad to hear there's an escape route just in case. ;)
Also -- TooGoodToGo - definitely some good values, but bakeries can be hit or miss. Whole Foods in CA has been quite decent, especially when you can time "end of day" vs "previous day's" old stuff, but it's a little harder to figure out the pattern for each location.
Darren your videos are wonderful and definitely way above board! Disregard the trolls. Hope to run into at the ranch someday! -DFW/737 guy
Thanks for another awesome video!
"Bless your heart"..... LOL, I remember when my grandma said that to someone.
Love these videos man !!!
I live under the BPK and ULTIB Deps for 09R so it is always fun to guess if you were flying or not. Love the vids . Thanks.
Thank you. You have quite the plane spotting location!
Keep the videos coming - Bless Their Hearts.
Another great video Darren!
Love your stuff, good sir! It is what it is! 😊
Sorry you felt you needed to address the complainers. Keep doing what you are doing, I look forward to your videos, they are fun and informative.
Another amazing video!
In my previous line of work (I’m retired) the senior folks on a shift would sit in the back rows of the briefing room…junior and new folks in front rows
Great video!
Love the Tesla wall 😂
Keep on with the videos brother. Dont listen to the haters
Love these vids man keep it up
Appreciate it!
@@geekontheflightdeck where can i know what and when your gonna post ?
@@joshuasmith1813 I'm a fairly consistent posting new videos every Thursday. I go live Randomly...try turning on notifications and clicking the bell on my page?
@@geekontheflightdeck i had hope you posted on specific socials any future vids im An aspiring pilot and you do the best most in depth vids
Great vid as always Darren! Leonidas chocolates are great!! Idk if you guys have tried it before but you should give a try to Neuhaus chocolates, bit expensive but totally worth it. My fiancée loves them.
BOVINGDON. It is what it is. 😎
Ockham. It is what it is. Lol
I live underneath Bovingdon stack and watch them going round in circles. LHR is desperate for extra runway capacity.
Have you ever been plane spotting at London city? There is a DLR stop you can get off at opposite lcy and you get a great view
I have not. I’ve been meaning to get out there. It’s a trek from our hotel.
@ it’s good fun to see such a different operation with the steep approach and short runway.
Also the DLR is cool if you’ve never been on it as it’s driverless so you can sit up front!!
Great video! No problems here!
Thanks for watching!
You have a great delivery style. You may consider working in the training department as too.
I appreciate the compliment, thanks!
The issue is London is more than half non British born and has many tourists, I think we instinctively walk on the side of the path that people drive on (being a Londoner that lives in mainland Europe) and people don’t do this consciously.
So I think this messes up people who grow up in London because half the people naturally want to walk on the right so we never get this subconscious habit. I lived in Japan for some time and it was wonderful just being able to walk on the left side of the pavement/sidewalk without changing sides
Hey Darren, great video, I was just wondering how does your airline calculate your flight time on a type? Is it the block time for the flight and how does it work if you are a relief pilot? Thanks!
Block time for 2 pilot crews. A fraction based on number of crew for multi pilot crews. 4 pilots = half block time. 3 pilots 2/3rds block time.
Bless their heart is right…Ignore the uneducated comments about your content!
Do you know why the 300ER interior refresh has been delayed?
I have not heard anything beyond speculation of supplier parts delays.
Hi Darren, what App are you using with the NAT track included? TY- safe flights!
JeppFD Pro and WSI.
Thank you!
Darren, what base at your airline would you say is the quickest way to earn a type rating on the 777?
Varies by the quarter currently Miami.
Hey Darren, any trips to Asia coming up, or are they just too senior on the triple?
Nothing yet. They are senior but there’s always a chance and I bid them when I see them
I notice that you guys got there pretty fast. Have there been tailwinds recently in the routes you guys use?
Yep. Part of the planning of the dispatcher is to find the most optimal winds. Flights have regularly been arriving early/Under block time.
@@geekontheflightdeck Oh, that’s pretty neat! Thank you for the information.
I'll give you a pro-tip regarding the chain Paul. It is a French patisserie and boulangerie and I am afraid it doesn't cross the English channel very well. Kind of like the French can't make fish and chips properly. If you get a Paris flight, then try a Paul there. It is like two different businesses!
Interesting. I’d never heard of them before. Thanks for the tip!
Darren, ignore the nay sayers. Love hearing about your flying life. Was a 135 pilot, so completely different to 121 - your trip reviews bring back memories.
In my day the captain was responsible for the crew when down line - translated to hefty dinner bills that I always expensed lol. Here it seems your crew basically slam clicks until it’s time to fly home - is this accurate?
Some go out. The Captains offer to meet up for dinner with the pilots on the 777 about half the time. Rarely the FAs. On the narrow body it was similar as we swapped FAs almost every leg
Hot Tamales are great to cover up the metallic after taste when on Paxlovid.
That’s an odd statement
Let's just say I'm inhaling them at the moment after going on a cruise. Love the videos. Background: I did the opposite of you, started commercial pilot then computer engineer. One of my old fellow CFIs just made B787 captain on AC so I'm living vicariously through you and him.
Darren,
Greetings. Assist on the example below.
If you are a 737 pilot based at LGA/JFK but live in Dallas, can you bid to fly premium trips out of DFW on your days off?
If you are a line holder yes. Make up or premium out of base is possible. Reserve OG/PR no.
@@geekontheflightdeck thank you Darren.
I’m genuinely surprised that you don’t have a British accent by now Darren! Will you have to pay that new 10£ charge for the UK entry starting in January? Much love from Switzerland good sir! Have you ever flown to LZRH? Keep up the great videos!!
Switzerland is only a 787 right now. I’ve never been there. Crew will not have to pay any fees. Thank you for the kind words.
I enjoy all of your videos. If you gave someone a free solid gold Cadillac they’d complain about having to buy gas. Cement heads are cement heads. You’re right, Bless their little hearts 🙄
They would also complain about hazing to pay taxes on the Cadillac. Ha
Hey Darren, my question it’s based on what I’ve noticed from your videos. Often when I see your videos I find you operate most of the flights as a relief pilot and as a i know you must do 3t/o,ldgs /3months compared to the other airlines (same Type) I notice the FO’s are usually operates on the right seat. Would you like to explain what’s exactly your policy’s saying about it if we have the chance to know it. And thanks in advance
I can’t state airline policy verbatim. I do need 3 landings in a rolling 90 day period. If I only do relief pilot trips then they pull me into the sim for a landing simulator ride.
Awesome video sir. How long at AA? Were you with US prior or only AA? What busses did you fly? 330 or little guys? What a/c and seats have you flown?
Next month will mark 7 years at my current airline. Previously I was at American Eagle/Envoy. I interviewed here June 2007 and started November of that year. I've down the MD80 and Airbus 319/320/321 here. At Eagle I flew the 145,175 and CRJ7
Thanks for the kind words. I was Captain on the 175 and CRJ
Do you put in for leave for special occasions like kids’ birthdays, activities, etc, or just gamble with your schedule whether or not you get the time off?
I request birthdays and important days off. There are few guarantees. If it’s really important and I’m scheduled to work I can request to get it off with my Chief Pilot.
@@geekontheflightdeck thanks Darren. I’m working through my CPL at the moment and have a newborn baby, I’m hoping to be at an airline within the next 5 years or so and am aware of the risk of missing some important milestones. Good to hear that it is possible to get off for important events.
I hope you’re not tempting fate by saying you hope you don’t have any more flights lol. Love your videos.
Thanks. I should be safe. Just one more day of reserve.
Hey Darren hope all is well. Do they stamp your passport every flight like passengers ?
Thankfully no. It’s very rare to get stamps. I think in 17 years I’ve had fewer than 10. Otherwise my book would be full yearly
Darren how about a video explaining turbulence a recent transatlantic got very choppy over Ireland , knowledge is power , explain why it’s no big deal ? …
I’ll see if I can make one that makes sense
12:57 What, in your SOP, constitutes enough turbulence to turn on the seatbelt sign (if you can say)? Or is it just a little bit subjective.
I personally like moderate turbulence. It’s enjoyable and keeps things interesting.
I can’t directly comment on SOP text. Generally if in doubt turn it on.
If you're in Kensington then you're near all of the museums, which are free.
When you haven’t flown and when you actually fly do you get rusty or is just second nature? Maybe I answered my own question but I hope you can answer.
Generally if it's been more than 2 weeks I prefer to take the second leg vs first leg. I have been doing this for a long time so at worst I turn a bit quick or more likely land a bit firmly.
@@geekontheflightdeck understood. Thanks for the reply.
Triple 7 💙✈
London is a great city, you are lucky. How many times have you flown to London as a pilot?
Over 15 times since April.
Random question: I heard the way you said that high-pitched "long time" when talking about how long it was taking to get fueled. So my question is, are you singer?
Only in my car alone. Ha
Paul is a good, better than most in the US, boulangerie. The jambon sandwich is a staple, with butter.
Dairy milk chocolate or Galaxy chocolate … get that for the Mrs next time … you’re welcome 😆👊🏼
Dairy Milk Fruit and Nut FTW!
@@N1120A I’m boring - I like the plain one 😆
Hot tamales and Red Hots are my long haul go to’s. 😂
Is that common? Or you are overdue to be captain? Or the captain was promoted very early?
They are more senior but I’ve been on the 777 longer is all. I could have been a narrow body Captain for years. I don’t want to take the quality of life hit.
truly London is your second home
do u fly on American
I do not publicly state my employer for multiple reasons
I have a RUclips channel too and... every so often I get some complaint or (worse) hateful comment too. Hope you don't let it bother you, I love watching your videos.
Note to future you, you get two landings in.
8000 hours on the 747 checking in.
What do you think about ai aviation’s is it real
It’s not real for airplanes and won’t be real in my lifetime for passenger planes. Recruiting in aviation is delayed, over budget and lacks original features.
What are the write ups you mentioned?
Things that break in the cabin. Happens on most flights. Mostly passengers breaking things