Wow, I didn't know they did flights this long with the a220. Reunion looks like quite a nice place as well!

So I live in Chennai and its been my home since birth. I understand that it is mainly the looks which makes it worst. So just want you to know that Chennai Airport is not privatised unlike Delhi, Mumbai, Bangalore and Hyderabad. So it is rather plain and simple in looks and different from the usual Glass and Steel Structure. However, the new terminal is expected to have all looks which you would expect (Despite still being managed by the Goverment of India) so you should definitely come once the new terminal is operational for a review.

@ashwathkrish7144

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Well said. And this new Terminal will be the new Intl Terminal and the current Intl Terminal which will be used as additional Domestic Terminal. So 2 Domestic Terminals on the left and right with the International Terminal being at the Center which will be the latest one.

@ashwathkrish7144

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@Aniruddha Vasudeva That's not true. The New Terminal will be state of Art.

@prof.ballabypikkalbhattham4507

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If you saw the state of Chennai’s old terminal, you would be very pleased with whatever progress they’ve made. Still, lines are a big issue though. Can’t make progress if there is inefficient crowd control

@phanigeddada

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it is not about glittery stuff, first of all, the environment needs to be maintained well, I found chocolate wrappers in the lift and spider webs on the roof when I was waiting for my transit flight. it is all about maintenance.

@theaussiewhinger

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Just accept the fact that you live in a backwater. Embrace it. Own it. 🤣

Air Tanzania has used the A220 from Dar to Mumbai as well. That might be one of the longest A220 flight too

Nice. Air Tanzania, depending on load factor, also flies their A220s to India. Their new A220s have in-flight entertainment and more enjoyable during the flights to India.

My favourite in top 3 1. Flying to Greenland for the email 2. Africa Adventure with Noel Philips 3. Your toxic relationship with Vistara

@malo5453

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His Toxic Relationship with Vistara never gets old! 😂😂😂

@RICARDO-tn8hx

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@@malo5453 they're like love couples trying to make it work xd

The algorithm brings me to your channel this year first time! I worked in an Australian airline head office. I change industry at Covid time for financial stability hence your Air Greenland two videos gives me hopes and dreams and be brave to wor towards your goal! Virgin Australia review back in 2020 is my favourite too - aus domestic routes sometimes are about competitive cost in this large country rather than fancy things.

6hrs30 in a A220 is something interesting that I would love to try. Love the A220

Alles Gute für 2023, viele tolle Flüge und Reisen und Eindrücke rund um den Globus !

Can’t tell you how much you have helped my fear of flying Josh, Thank you 🎉

I used to teach French and we watched a video about Reunion island and one of the teachers who was actually French, said she hated the place as they are always so rude to none islanders! So she was French and obviously spoke French the whole time and found the islanders rude! Like you said, for being so reliant on tourism, you’d think they’d welcome with open arms! I had had visiting there on my bucket list, until she put me off!

@jonathanboyer768

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You should go there.. They're not rude at all. They had no luck..

@Fly-K

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Similar issue for most French DOM/TOM islands/regions (esp. Guadeloupe/Martinique), 90% of visitors are French, so little effort non-French tourists, plus a lot of government subsidies, so less effort for welcoming tourists. Nevertheless, wonderful beautiful places, mixing local culture with French flair.

@swimmingstuff

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Not true at all. Reunion people are so welcoming. Those islands are really used to tourists and usually welcome them. Not speaking English doesn’t make them rude. In the past years tourism was much more about French speaking people.

@swimmingstuff

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Plus it’s always better to talk about something you experienced yourself

@NarasimhaDiyasena

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The attitude occurs on every island. In Hawaii for example the boomer generation of the natives despise non natives and calling us Haole, which is a derogatory term.

I’ve flown Air Austral’s A220 this summer from MRU to RUN (short 40 minutes hop) and RUN-JNB (more than 4 hours with strong headwinds) and also had a positive impression, with good inflight-service on the longer segment (warm meal and free alcoholic drinks) and a comfortable ride (helped by a low load factor). Wifi was working well. RUN airport was overcrowded in the evening with several longhaul departures to Paris, but a new terminal addition is under construction.

Great video mate! Shows how good these aircraft are

Didn’t know that the 220 could stay in the air for this long 👍👍👍

Great video as per usual! Just a clarification, Reunion is not an island nation, like : Japan Malta, UK, etc. It’s a French overseas territory.

The first Greenland flight was also one of my favorites. But I did like the launch flight too. The Noel Phillips crossover was one of my all time favs. Crossover content has a great appeal.

That was a really spacious, clean and good looking cabin for a small flight like A220

Hey, Josh, love your videos as always. But when Reunion Island and Bombardier"cough* Airbus A220 crossed path on this journey, it's surely grabbing my attention with enthusiasm! Thanks for showing to us.

Ive been to Chennai for many gaming reasons and indian gaming tournaments (though I'm not Indian). I LOVE the city and the nice people. Its just that they gotta renovate the Airport a bit to keep up with the other world class airports India has like what you said.

@anish7183

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Which tournaments were these if u don't mind me asking?

@yayrobloxadventures8094

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@@anish7183 mostly pubg Indian version, and sometimes league

@yayrobloxadventures8094

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@@anish7183 idk how to change my yt channel but i would change it to pubg instead

Your reviews are so helpful! Glad I subscribed!

Ein wirklich toller Trip Report! Danke

Hey Josh.. My grandfather stays in Reunion. He is enjoying his retirement life. Only problem is food. Apart from that its a cool place to live he says and he is coming to Chennai in Feb via this same Air Austral 😊 Keep rockin Josh 🤞🏼

@akhilnandhramesh6029

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Just wondered, is he settled in Reunion, I have always been fascinated about Tamils in reunion and migration

I absolutely love the A220! got to fly Air Canada’s over the summer, and it’s such a sleek and comfortable aircraft!! 😁🙌

@Daniel-fx1yz

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as far as my top 3 go, 1. Air Peace disaster, I just found it so fascinating how different that experience was to other airports, I also loved it when the Nigerian king paraded through the airport- 2. Air Greenland flight (A330ceo and Q300), I always find it so fascinating just how kind smaller companies’ managers are 3. TAAG flight, it’s just an airline that’s fascinated me for so long! Maybe it’s the livery that caught my eye and excited my plane spotter personality haha, but it’s always cool seeing how some of these African airlines operate!

Nice Video ! and i love that the a220 is Used for such a Long flight

Fantastic color scheme on that aircraft! Looks amazing!

I love the air Greenland story, the new Singapore 737 business class was really cool as well as the a330-800 in Uganda

RIX-DXB is 5093km and it's official flight time is 7+ hours. Due to airspace closure they have to fly via Turkey and Eastern Europe instead of directly through Belarus, Ukraine and Russia.

Wieder ein super Video. Danke und ein frohes Fest aus Guyana.

great video , merry christmas!!

Greenland was my favorite. I was stationed there in the late seventies when it was Sondrestrom Air Base and the mission flight was Bluie West-8. The scenery hasn't changed that much and I stood at pretty much the same spot you did for a view of the flight line.

I actually like Mauritius more than reunion. And yes, Chennai is a terrible airport. You have to see it to believe it.

@oliverqueen5883

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I’ve seen it so many times I never thought it was that terrible. Not great by any standards but *terrible!?!??*

@MrSAYANTAN22

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The system at chennai is very confusing and the cisf are so horrible there.....i showed them my ticket on phone but he wanted a hardcopy.......

@TravelogsIndia

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@@MrSAYANTAN22 hmm. Tirupati Airport accepts mobile copy to enter..

@lituanolt8447

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Grear video, and well explained longest A220 flight 👍😃

@PInk77W1

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I landed at Chennai airport before. I rode my bicycle across India to Amritsar

Great video! Hardly knew about the A220 or Reunion island!

Great video! Keep up the good work and merry Christmas!

Another great video, Josh! Top three videos for me are definitely your Crazy Mission to Greenland (such a fun adventure), your flight with Noel Phillips chasing the rarest 737, and the flight on air Azman! Have a happy Christmas! Cheers!

Yet another great aviation video. I always wondered about air austral whenever I see it at Chennai during my travels. I can’t agree more with your comment regarding Chennai Airport as it’s my home airport and given no other choice i use it for all my frequent travels, it hasn’t improved a bit yet. Reasons being its still run by government unlike bangalore Delhi and Mumbai which is under private organization.

That Video was amazing! Thanks for taking us with you

Love your approach to reviewing - critical without being cruel. Safe travels in 2023!

Great video sir, I didn't believe that such a tiny aircraft like the A220 can take the almost 6 hour flight and over the ocean 😀🙌

@TomCook1993

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It’s a wild time to be alive. A321s are doing transatlantic.

The A220 is my favorite aircraft of all. Slick look with comfort and great range for an aircraft of that size. I like that lighter color look of the seats on Austral.

Great video, I liked it when you teamed up with Noel Phillips earlier in the year

Great video Josh. Happy Holidays!

Love this trip report! I can't believe a 6 hour flight on an A220, so incredible to have amazing new efficient aircraft!

Hi Josh, I'm a Nigerian and have been following your contents for 5 years now. Here is my top 3: 1. Air Peace. I love how you exposed the company, thanks so much! 2. Saudia. I love how they've reconstructed completely 3. The recent Air Greenland delivery flight

@Moksha-Raver

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Complete agreement on the Air Greenland video. I also liked the ones with Noel Phillips, although I can't remember which of the two channels was better. BTW, one of your Nigerian Princes sends a lot of emails regarding his banking problems.

I always loved to watch all your videos since I love travelling and visiting places. I also acquire essential information and thanks for that. Best of luck Cahill! Looking forward to meet u in person.

Amazing video, once again!

i used to live in Chennai for around eight years and then i moved to Finland after coming back to chennai i had the worst baggage experience ever i had wait two hours for one bag and i had around 4 so it took me 4 hours to get past baggage claim .

Thanks for entertaining me this year.. I discovered you in the summer and have enjoyed catching up with your older and current video content 👌 looking forward to seeing what's happening next year... 👏

Great video Josh once again!

Awesome to watch all your weekly videos. Enjoyed the 220 flight.

My top 3 videos of this year are no 1) the recent Greenland video. I agree that following your dreams is important. Love the message . Inspiring 😊 2) Iran Air - scary crew. Very brave JOsh 3) Air peace -very entertaining and chaotic

Hi Josh, Reunion Island guy and Cabin Crew in Europe here ! :) Thank you for showing our little island and reviewing its airline. I am so glad when people from other countries than France come to Reunion, fly to it or talk about Air Austral. It is so rare to see this kind of content on KZread or even other website or whatever when it's not from a french speaker, so yeah.. I am always looking forward to these kind of videos! About our island and its people, I can totally understand your opinion on how "rude" some people may seem, however I do strongly believe that it is not how the majority of us is. The tourism industry is of course important there (not as vital as it is in Mauritius) but the problem is that it is mainly oriented towards "french tourism" with people coming from mainland France. Even with french speakers coming to visit, I have heard the same opinion but most of the time we hear the complete opposite, that people in Reunion are actually very friendly and welcoming. (At least from what I know and used to or maybe because of the people I am surrounded with, we are like that. We could invite someone from an other country that we just met on the beach or abroad to our house but like geniunely). But as you said, not speaking french and coming to visit may lead to such point of view, which is totally fair, since many people even in the tourism industry don't speak English and it is a shame, yes. We do have many "foreign tourists" yes but because of what we just said and then when you compare to Mauritius... there's wonder why Mauritius is prefered as an "international" tourist destination haha(Very different island and landscape to lol). I wish that my island focuses on a more "international tourism" in the future, they always talk about it but nothing really improves in this regards I guess. -> Reunion and French people, you are welcome to correct me if needed or add more info :) About the Air Austral review itself.. shame that the Wi-fi didn't work, I would have been pissed as well for such a long flight. And yes, frustrating when a crew member or airport staff has poor english skills in the aviation industry. Anyway, I hope that you will come next time to Reunion maybe on their 777? Should be much better haha, and that you have a different and more authentic experience on our beautiful Island. I know most of us there will welcome you as a king and will show you everything you need see, to experience and to know... and I promise with decent english ;) (At least I will welcome you for sure if you need !)

Nice job Josh, as always...

love this revieww 😀❤❤, A220 such a nice aircraft! thanks Josh for reviewing this one

my top 3 videos this year are, 1: air peace disaster flight on the 777, 2: The Air Greenland video when you asked to be on the intro flight, and number 3: The uganda airlines unexpected upgrade w. Noel Phillips , so good I watched it from both perspectives aswell. Love your content Josh and keep up the great work💪✈

What a lovely flight, im so gassed to see more Euopean airlines to feature the 220. My top 3 of yours are the LET-410 mountain flight in Georgia, now with my new job the Nowegian Air vid was very helpful for my new business trips and of course as most people in the comments would agree, the Greenland series was just phenomenal to watch. Honorable mention to the latest Lufthansa video as it perfectly incapsulated my disappointed with what used to be my main carrier. Thank you so much for the lovely videos brother! I miss Air Berlin so so much lol.

Always good to get a Josh video! Cheers 🍻

Hallo Josh,danke für die vielen ,klasse Videos.Grüsse aus Köln.

Awesome review! The A220 is such a beautiful and modern aircraft 👌

Josh always brings different content from around the world ❤

Great video again. Have a great festive seasons 🎉

Another great video Josh, thank you. Best wishes for a happy holiday!!

Hey Josh, here are my top 3 videos from this year: 1. The treck to Greenland to get your name on the inaugural A330 flight 2. The Air Greenland A330 delivery flight 3. The Air Tanzania flight with Noel

Favorite 3 episodes was the ones with Noel Phillips. You guys have excellent chemistry quite hilarious as well to see 2 back to back perspectives as well.

Finally someone who can tour the airport

Great review as always. TY

That island of Reunion looks amazing! My favorite 3 in order are: trip with Noel Phillips, Vistara, Crazy Israel security.

My favorite videos are the ones you did with noel. I don't remember if there was 3 or what order would put the in, but I love see my two favorite aviation youtubers collab. I ended watching both your videos on the same flights. You on Saturday morning and Noel on Sunday morning!

Hey Josh, great flight review, for me I love all your vid's but when you and Noel are together you guys are like the comedy genuis like Hale and Pace, you guys together are brilliant! love to see more of you and Noel together in 2023!!

Great video, thanks a lot ! 🙂

The A220... What an aircraft! Nice Air Austral livery and interior as well

Hey Josh and nice video, I honestly wasn't expecting a UU review (Air Austral) for the non airline folks, They also operate to my home, which is the Seychelles. I love their A220-300 Aircraft, and their livery looks awesome. Love that shade of blue. But I was expecting a little more from the carrier from Ile de la Reunion (Reunion Island) in French. An entertainment system instead of the Wi-Fi streaming would have been nicer. maybe they have on their bigger flagship aircraft, TBH I prefer a nice screen on the seat also. Regarding their people maybe the French see them differently, they do receive a lot of French Tourist, after all the Island is still under the French colonial rule, Their people also visit us here and I find them to be ok, not really rude, anyway never really been there. For the three videos I enjoyed the two Air Greenland reviews you did and the SQ B737 review also.

💪💪💪💪 nice video as always!

Beautiful aircraft, like a mini A350. Great trip report as ever Josh, happy flying in 2023.

My top two videos are (sorry I can't really decide on the third one): 1. The Air Peace flight from Lagos to Johannesburg. It was fun seeing all the drama unfold! 2. Air Akaka's inaugural flight from Mumbai to Ahmedabad. I loved how many subs you met on the flight!

Stayed in Reunion for 1 week a few years ago with my Mauritian girlfriend and never again. You're totally right,the people are totally rude and are not bothered to help you.Stayed in the same hotel as you,which was lovely.Taxis stop at 6pm and we had to get the police to drop us back to the hotel,which was funny.Love your work and Happy Christmas to you and your family love from Ireland 🇮🇪

@flaviosilveirafreitas1913

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Try to come to Porto de Galinhas, state of Pernambuco, Brazil. I’ve never been to Reunion, but friends of mine had already been on both places and told Porto de Galinhas is even better. Specially because it’s the second nearest city from Europe on a 6 hours TAP flight from REC to LIS.

Your colaboration w noel philips WAS REALLY A BLAST to watch , enjoyed all ur videos together. Hope u link up again in the near future, more power josh. Merry Christmas and a Happy New year !

My top 3 videos of this year are: 1: air peace madness. 2: Lufthansa 787 review. 3: EL AL special 787 anti missile systems. This are on top of my list for this year so far ❤😊👍

@angelagraham2001

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Im all about the greenland vids, but this list is great

@lontongstroong

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El Al the most OP airlines ever

Being from chennai searching for which all airline/locations are served from Chennai was always fascinated by Airaustral

Love your video's mate, especially the ones that feature Noel Phillips and Paul Lucas. I love the interaction and the banter.

Every Josh’s trip report makes everyone’s day keep on going eventually you’ll become famous trip reporter, Love your videos ❤

Bangalore's Terminal 2 is very beautiful at least infrastructurally, kind of resembles Singapore Changi. Hope you take a flight from there soon. AirAsia India and Air India will operate their domestic flights initially and international flights will maybe commence from 2nd quarter of 2023.

@griffin9493

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I am in Bangalore, hope Josh tells us which flight he is at and maybe I can meet him!

@eswarravi5918

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Bangalore’s T2 definitely is beautiful, too bad the city’s infrastructure is absolute shit

@griffin9493

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@@eswarravi5918 agreed lol

@aaryanbali4726

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@@eswarravi5918 I've visited Bangalore once and I somewhat agree. The traffic is absolutely nuts though! Took me like 4 hours from KIA to Whitefield.

Great video review. Happy new year

Recently flew, almost as long a flight on Air Canada's A220-300 in economy, YHZ ( Halifax ) to YYC ( Calgary ), just under 6 hours. The PTV's, with a very decent selection of TV and movies, made the time fly and sitting on the 2 seat side of economy almost made it feel like business class so absolutely one of the best mid-haul narrowbody flight experiences I've every had. AC's biz experience, on the 220's, would absolutely trump Air Austral's simply because of the personal entertainment options. Something about the 220's just seems so wonderful, maybe it's the personal, space, the quiet ride, the humidity, not sure but they are my new fav narrowbody by far!

It's odd that the Réunion people were so unfriendly and that the aircraft crew didn't have a good command of English. I think Mauritius has everything Réunion has and it's friendly. My son enjoyed a short visit to Mauritius. Perhaps Réunion prefers its visitors to come from metropolitan France. My favourites among your recent trips would have to be both trips to Greenland. That country and other subpolar countries have always fascinated me. You got the chance to see the country and meet the people, well done.

@kyunbhai49

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French… that is answer

@florianpelin

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@@kyunbhai49 true, c'est un territoire français

@SH-ly1uy

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Hundreds of years living on subsidies from France and then being French.

The videos where you teamed up with Noel were the most memorable. Collaboration videos are fun once in a while.

@lituanolt8447

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Couldn’t agree more 👍

That is interesting that you chose this route from La Réunition to India

Your videos are to the point. I feel that you report independently. Happy Holidays

I am an airBaltic employee (mechanic), as of right now technically Riga to dubai is the longest flight, due to this war, our planes avoid Ukraine and Belarus territory, and we fly around them, bringing this flight time at almost 7 hours and almost 5000 kilometers (4.9 or something like that.). I flew to dubai myself :) . But if we would not consider this war, then yes, air austral has the top spot!

Hey Josh thanks mate for making such videos. Great Work 👍 And loved the efforts you made for air Greenland delivery flight. Cheers.

Josh!! I love your channel, your videos and your personality and presentation. Your information and video quality is always top notch. Thanks so much. You always seem to be so fair about the subject you’re reviewing. We will begin our travels this years after years of caretaking my elderly mom. You’ve taught us so much. We can’t wait to put your expertise to use. Thanks. (What camera do you use to film?)

Josh the cheek of them people that questioned your knowledge about the worlds longest A220 flight. You don't disagree with someone who is simply the best at his game.love your videos and all things Aviation..

Great video! Thank you

Another great video Josh thank you.

Love your videos, would also love the amenity kit and key ring!

I'm not able to travel, that being said watching your videos I get to experience a little bit of travel different places different planes I really enjoy them thank you so much!

Enjoy Your Holidays...Great Shows...Thanks

Thank you for sharing your time with us!

Love your work babes. Hope you have a great new year!

Thanks Josh here in the Southern Hemisphere we don’t get to see A220 and was very interested to learn about it, great Video thank you

Amazing video, as aleays. Congratulaciones.

Another great one Josh. I particularly enjoyed your Air Greenland series!