What Really Goes On Inside The Grounded Planes and Engineering?

With so many aircraft being grounded during the COVID pandemic, in this video I discover the answer to how do airlines store and re-activate airplanes? I asked Etihad Engineering about the work required to store an airplane, protect the plane from heat, humidity, sand and dust; I also inquired into the processes involved in bringing a stored plane back to service.
Then I took a tour of the Etihad Engineering hangar, observing how the maintenance is carried out. A lot of behind-the-scenes repair and maintenance work goes on in the hangar. Finally, I visited the airline workshop; to see how they manufacture and repair seat covers, engine covers, toilet doors and bulkhead panels. A lot of work is carried out to make sure the planes are well maintained.
I asked a few questions on the future outlook of aviation engineering and the entry requirements for a person looking to get into aviation engineering.
Finally, I would like to thank all the hard-working ground staff and engineers during the pandemic; their work didn't slow down (it actually increased) making sure that aviation remains safe and that standards are being maintained.
You can find out more about Etihad Engineering on www.etihadengineering.com/ and follow their latest updates on LinkedIn at bit.ly/EYEngLinkedIn

Пікірлер: 689

  • @TheFlyingSpanner
    @TheFlyingSpanner3 жыл бұрын

    As an engineer myself it’s great to see us finally get some mainstream exposure that most people will always forget about! Great video

  • @Vik.kem7
    @Vik.kem73 жыл бұрын

    It's so interesting to note that how innovative Sam has been getting with his content even in these uncertain times! Unravelling the nittie-gritties of an aircraft and a million small elements that go into a making of an aircraft, the finer aspects that we often tend to overlook while flying normally otherwise! Thanks for the amaze coverage in this video!

  • @SamChui

    @SamChui

    3 жыл бұрын

    Thank you so much of your appreciation. I believe the content should be balanced. There are still so much in aviation I haven't covered. Lots on my to do list.

  • @pasoundman

    @pasoundman

    3 жыл бұрын

    @@SamChui How's the flying going ? Do you have any opportunity to advance your training in Dubai ?

  • @zachoo5135

    @zachoo5135

    3 жыл бұрын

    kzread.info/dash/bejne/oH2LycqEp8jHp6w.html

  • @michael-m
    @michael-m3 жыл бұрын

    This is why I love your channel. You always take a deep dive into all things airplanes. This video was very interesting and teaches one a heck of a lot. I hope all these birds get off the ground flying soon! 🤞🏼🛫

  • @SamChui

    @SamChui

    3 жыл бұрын

    Thank you Michael. I love the varieties in aviation. Engineering deserve more coverage.

  • @QJTube

    @QJTube

    3 жыл бұрын

    @@SamChui sam me too

  • @cannon.3203

    @cannon.3203

    3 жыл бұрын

    Sam Chui is one of my fav you tubers. But he’s not only a KZreadr............. he’s an idol. I’m an Aviation enthusiast and he has taught me everything

  • @chiruraju1306

    @chiruraju1306

    3 жыл бұрын

    🌍🌎🌏🎂

  • @amithattimare834
    @amithattimare8343 жыл бұрын

    Massive respect for all the engineers working to keep our aeroplanes safe for everyone.

  • @Dragflyer9669
    @Dragflyer96693 жыл бұрын

    Sam's video is always my greatest therapy after a long and tiring work. It's great that you are able to keep uploading new videos to keep us entertain during this hard time for almost all industries because of the pandemic. Can't wait for the air travel to open up and travel to make travel vlogs soon. Stay safe and healthy, Sam

  • @SamChui

    @SamChui

    3 жыл бұрын

    Thank you for such encouraging words! Hope we all get to enjoy aviation and travel again soon!

  • @lajoyalobos2009
    @lajoyalobos20093 жыл бұрын

    That was insane, the huge workload involved is otherwise unimaginable. Thank you for showing us behind the scenes!

  • @kellywan3765
    @kellywan37653 жыл бұрын

    Show great respect to these engineering guys behind the scene all over the world during this hard time. Thank you all. As a pilot feeling safe to fly again.

  • @justintanofficial
    @justintanofficial3 жыл бұрын

    Nice to see more unique aviation content from you! Your videos allow us to see behind the scenes experiences! Love your video editing skills too! Immediately watched your video when the notification fron your channel comes! You are an inspiration for many #avgeeks

  • @SamChui

    @SamChui

    3 жыл бұрын

    Thank you for your support Justin!

  • @nagarajuab7593

    @nagarajuab7593

    3 жыл бұрын

    Hi

  • @SupremeLeaderKimJong-un
    @SupremeLeaderKimJong-un3 жыл бұрын

    We take good care of our planes, the most supreme care of course

  • @Acepilot1312

    @Acepilot1312

    3 жыл бұрын

    Kim Jong-un that is why they are grounded for 6 months in a year. Mind buying new aircraft?

  • @RatedJBR

    @RatedJBR

    3 жыл бұрын

    hahahahahaa

  • @kamlendrasingh7082

    @kamlendrasingh7082

    3 жыл бұрын

    My heartfelt salutations to the supreme leader of north korea for keeping your planes well and also keeping your country free from plandemic corona.

  • @aaravsgaming337

    @aaravsgaming337

    3 жыл бұрын

    Isee you everywhere lol

  • @jimmypappas9780

    @jimmypappas9780

    3 жыл бұрын

    Hello Supreme leader! Most glorious master of all

  • @misterdroneboy8999
    @misterdroneboy89993 жыл бұрын

    Sam this is the greatest video you have ever created. Absolutely astonishing. A massive credit and respect for Ethihad to give you the insight! Just brilliant! ✊🏽

  • @eviain
    @eviain3 жыл бұрын

    Thanks for doing this video, I was wondering what went into the storage of aircraft during this time. As I suspected a great deal of maintenance required to keep them in a fit state to fly. Loved the dive in to the routine maintenance programmes too! Brilliant as always 👍

  • @joebarrett4353
    @joebarrett43533 жыл бұрын

    Fascinating video, Sam. Just finished watching your catering video as well. So much going on in the background. It's opened my eyes to a whole new world of aviation. Good stuff. Thank you.

  • @JasonSturgess
    @JasonSturgess3 жыл бұрын

    Love these Vids Sam :) Makes us all appreciate flying more all the hard work going on in the background.

  • @BeechSportBill
    @BeechSportBill3 жыл бұрын

    WONDERFUL TOUR... THANKS!

  • @steelepls
    @steelepls3 жыл бұрын

    Sam you find one unique thing after another that no other aviation blogger seems to get to and you get to do amazing things. Please keep up the good work sir and God bless.

  • @thegreatestdonut461
    @thegreatestdonut4613 жыл бұрын

    Thanks Sam. Great video, very educational. Really sad how new airplanes may be retired due to rust etc. Again, we have to stand strong through this time.

  • @jessejamesss
    @jessejamesss3 жыл бұрын

    your videos are gettin better thanks

  • @FaizanKhan-zg4no
    @FaizanKhan-zg4no3 жыл бұрын

    Engineering needs more attention and more coverage. Hope sam will cover it in future 👍👍

  • @samr6148
    @samr61483 жыл бұрын

    Thanks for bringing us along, Sam. That was very interesting!

  • @pklar87
    @pklar873 жыл бұрын

    It's very humid in the middle east? I always thought it was a dry desert heat. very interesting! Thanks Sam!

  • @OOpSjm

    @OOpSjm

    3 жыл бұрын

    They are by the sea.

  • @dod-rw9xl

    @dod-rw9xl

    3 жыл бұрын

    Mostly all countries in the middle east are by the sea, so..

  • @music_pannalam5120
    @music_pannalam51203 жыл бұрын

    Dear Sam... you are a true motivational.... i am first generation traveling in flight...I travelled in Etihad for the first time as my international travel... that too in Business class what a wonderful experience.... keep up... we will meet soon if time permits... hats off...

  • @fastcarzrc4349
    @fastcarzrc43493 жыл бұрын

    Another fantastic video Sam it’s great to see the people behind the scenes who look after these planes

  • @akkidd1
    @akkidd13 жыл бұрын

    Sam, I love every single one of your videos. Being an corporate A&P Flight tech, I appreciate this video more than you can imagine. I am going to link to this on our Facebook page!!! Thank you!!

  • @danhairul5352
    @danhairul53523 жыл бұрын

    Your channel and videos have been the main drive for me to do aeronautical engineering. Fortunately I'll be learning about it next year

  • @sabrecruz6721
    @sabrecruz67213 жыл бұрын

    Way to go Sam! Your job is out of this world, one of a kind! Really looking forward to see planes where they should be again!

  • @meenal1139
    @meenal11393 жыл бұрын

    i really commend the workers at these grounding sites. they first wrap, then 30 days later they fully unwrap, then test, and finally rewrap the whole plane again. i hate wrapping presents so this is a nightmare of a process :(

  • @hernandoramon5046
    @hernandoramon50463 жыл бұрын

    Great video Sam, thanks for sharing

  • @1harishbala
    @1harishbala3 жыл бұрын

    One of your most interesting videos Sam. Really eye opening. Thanks for sharing.

  • @excitedstepbro6956
    @excitedstepbro69563 жыл бұрын

    Love your vids Sam. You making days better .

  • @stein1385
    @stein13853 жыл бұрын

    Love it when Sam uploads behind the scenes operations. Quite fascinating to watch. Ty Sam

  • @IrvineDrugLord
    @IrvineDrugLord3 жыл бұрын

    Sam, as someone who works in the industry, and a big proponent of STEM education, thanks for these very insightful videos!

  • @mitchbarredo3990
    @mitchbarredo39903 жыл бұрын

    The time, effort and cost of doing all this. Amazing video Sam!!

  • @mikeschiesel2852
    @mikeschiesel28523 жыл бұрын

    This was fascinating, and yet a bit sad. I hope that soon these aircraft will be back in the air. Thank you for this behind the scenes look, it certainly brings appreciation to the hard work and dedication of so many.

  • @amithattimare834
    @amithattimare8343 жыл бұрын

    I've never seen a similar behind the scenes video. Thanks for sharing the mammoth engineering that goes behind the scenes.

  • @frankthomas855
    @frankthomas8553 жыл бұрын

    Sam, I always enjoy your content. But this went above and beyond. Instead of showing this as the end of the line for aircraft being stored, you showed it as a positive transition. Not doom and gloom (Quantus 747). Thank you for insipring next generation engineers as well. Brilliant presentation!

  • @Barley98
    @Barley983 жыл бұрын

    Sam I love your channel good work with the subs hope u are safe 🤗

  • @abdulkarimsamawi8370
    @abdulkarimsamawi83703 жыл бұрын

    Always amazing videos sam. Thank you for sharing such interesting and informative engineering tour.

  • @hitardo
    @hitardo3 жыл бұрын

    Loved the video! Thank you 😊

  • @Sonny0276
    @Sonny02763 жыл бұрын

    Great Video. Thank you for posting.

  • @davidsyamsir6025
    @davidsyamsir60253 жыл бұрын

    Sam, it is a very good and informative content, how the aircraft maintained during grounded in pandemic situation. Even there are some maintenance that had been done in normal condition, like changing the toilet door...and you also put about the future of airlines for every young people. Well done Sam!👍👍🙏🙏🙏

  • @_dr.chekuthan_7362
    @_dr.chekuthan_73623 жыл бұрын

    This is what makes your channel unique. You go deep into aviation details rather than doing only flight reviews. Hope all aircrafts are back in the sky soon

  • @miraroad13
    @miraroad133 жыл бұрын

    Thank you Sam for this video. Aviation is lot more. This is real backstage hope travelers appreciate!

  • @OscarRodriguez-ot3ez
    @OscarRodriguez-ot3ez3 жыл бұрын

    Great video Sam... I always wait for it every Saturday... From Honduras 🇭🇳

  • @jdrtech1
    @jdrtech13 жыл бұрын

    Another awesome video sam, i always wanted to now the details about planes when there are in storage, thanks!!

  • @britbongali
    @britbongali3 жыл бұрын

    Amazing insight 👍 enjoyed watching it

  • @BelfastCowboy
    @BelfastCowboy3 жыл бұрын

    Superb documentary Sam. Thanks. I’ve always been interested in what happens to airplanes when stored or retired.

  • @mahmoodsoleja9068
    @mahmoodsoleja90683 жыл бұрын

    Great effort ! Keep it up.👍

  • @saradare641
    @saradare6413 жыл бұрын

    I absolutely love these kinds of videos Sam !! Cant wait until we can start flying again 💪

  • @itsfromlawrence
    @itsfromlawrence3 жыл бұрын

    That was very interesting to see the behind the scene activity of the aircraft maintenance facility. Fascinating.

  • @tutorandtourist7413
    @tutorandtourist74133 жыл бұрын

    This is interesting Sam. But ultimately I still hope that aviation will be back soon. I miss flying. Thank you for this video 😊😊😊

  • @marvin7533
    @marvin75333 жыл бұрын

    Wow! Amazing video, and much respect for crews taking care of aircrafts. That's a ton of work!!!

  • @ChrisDunnnz
    @ChrisDunnnz3 жыл бұрын

    Sam your videos during Covid have been so interesting and provide some amazing insights into all aspects of the industry. Thanks

  • @williamdw40able
    @williamdw40able3 жыл бұрын

    Sam your channel is amazing , keep them coming

  • @roshaanqasim5979
    @roshaanqasim59793 жыл бұрын

    Sam you doing great work Keep it up

  • @alanleech37
    @alanleech373 жыл бұрын

    One of your best videos so far.

  • @MrStanwyck
    @MrStanwyck3 жыл бұрын

    Hello San - I just recently ran across your channel. I really enjoy your videos. I like seeing how everyone was practicing safe social distancing in the video during the era of the human malware virus... Hopefully, the trend of getting these planes back into the skies continues.

  • @kuldeepkhurmi3618
    @kuldeepkhurmi36183 жыл бұрын

    Very nice and informative video Sam. Usually a common man doesn’t get chance to see these engineering makeovers. Keep it up good work👍

  • @FofosMoto
    @FofosMoto3 жыл бұрын

    this type of video content are way more better and informative than those mainstream media.. thanks Sam for this awesome content in aviation. 👍🏻💯

  • @rubyred93chev
    @rubyred93chev3 жыл бұрын

    _It's very very expensive to mothball a commercial jet, and not just maintaining the storage, but bringing the aircraft back into full flight status. Great channel Sam._

  • @Bad_Karma1968
    @Bad_Karma19683 жыл бұрын

    Sam another fantastic and educational vlog

  • @ericbooth4772
    @ericbooth47723 жыл бұрын

    Great behind the scenes video Sam! I’m a mechanical engineer, so I really enjoy this stuff.

  • @Abhy212
    @Abhy2123 жыл бұрын

    You make great contents. Even during this bad condition you manage get this content got to appreciate you my freind

  • @traceyturner9428
    @traceyturner94283 жыл бұрын

    Sam your videos are always awesome! Loved this!! 🥰❤

  • @turk223
    @turk2233 жыл бұрын

    Fascinating video - thanks for making it!

  • @RibasFilms
    @RibasFilms3 жыл бұрын

    Nice vid Sam! Amazing quality🙌

  • @sjones8738
    @sjones87383 жыл бұрын

    Great job Sam. That is good information to know how well a company care for their equipment.

  • @JustinLHopkins
    @JustinLHopkins3 жыл бұрын

    It’s a wonder how any airlines survive with this type of insane detail and cost.

  • @mrp9498

    @mrp9498

    3 жыл бұрын

    No matter how good they wrap the plane something will happen. They’re made to use.

  • @psoon04286

    @psoon04286

    3 жыл бұрын

    You are perfectly correct. The detail inspections called for in these 'return to service' checks can often lead to findings that will require more work, and or replacement of very expensive parts. The covering/blanking of every orifice on the airplane is carried out to prevent birds and insects from building nest in them so after removing the covers we have to check very closely and purge the openings and then function the systems to make sure that they operate normally. There are different kinds of fluids in the plane that needs checking and maybe replacement too, and that includes the fuel in the tank. Fuel tanks are never left empty and dry as this will lead to deterioration of the sealants that lined the insides of the tank. Thats almost wing tip to tip!

  • @anthonychavez3697
    @anthonychavez36973 жыл бұрын

    @Sam ! I would personally like to thank you for what you do by making these incredible video's! You have gotten me in loving AIRPLANES! I have not flown on an Air Plane! Since 9/11. Thank you my friend !

  • @jaleesahemad6056
    @jaleesahemad60563 жыл бұрын

    Sam ...great video....we love you...

  • @chomski1985
    @chomski19853 жыл бұрын

    Thanks sam i enjoyed this videos is fun,learn and joy thank you im big fan of your work keep up the good work

  • @farangtravels3956
    @farangtravels39563 жыл бұрын

    Awesome as usual 👍❤️

  • @kaziullah9721
    @kaziullah97213 жыл бұрын

    Hiiii Sam. We all have been following you for years. We all absulatly love your channel. We all are waiting for more videos of this channel....

  • @mohammadalrabiah5300
    @mohammadalrabiah53003 жыл бұрын

    A wonderful new episode, keep going SAM 👌🏼🌹🌹🌹🌹

  • @Chris-wg2gd
    @Chris-wg2gd3 жыл бұрын

    Thanks Sam, your videos are all great. It gives me insight as to what are happening now to our airline industry as we move forward with this COVID-19 pandemic. :)

  • @alisterrussell4726
    @alisterrussell47263 жыл бұрын

    Brilliant! Thank you

  • @mistersubby
    @mistersubby3 жыл бұрын

    Amazing, awesome, great Sam. Thank you.

  • @businessguide6219
    @businessguide62193 жыл бұрын

    Really like your videos!

  • @maxstechnology6363
    @maxstechnology63633 жыл бұрын

    Hey Sam! Great video as always :)

  • @Torrie97400
    @Torrie974003 жыл бұрын

    Hello, thanks for your great job!

  • @rejojacob7307
    @rejojacob73073 жыл бұрын

    Sam thanks for this informative video... great job.., eagerly waiting for this video...

  • @suhailcp5135
    @suhailcp51352 жыл бұрын

    World Leading MRO Etihad Engineering, One stop for all Aircraft maintenance solutions I am proud to work as an Aircraft Technician in Etihad Engineering

  • @coca-colayes1958
    @coca-colayes19583 жыл бұрын

    Thanks mate, 100% better then last weeks crap video you uploaded, looking forward to next Saturday video

  • @saibhargavaramu5749
    @saibhargavaramu57493 жыл бұрын

    Sam: How many *hours* does it take to bring it back to service Engineer: Its takes *3-4 days* 😅

  • @TrainsDirectVictoria

    @TrainsDirectVictoria

    3 жыл бұрын

    @Thomas Boersma said*

  • @United1158

    @United1158

    3 жыл бұрын

    No one likes grammar police.

  • @RDnAC

    @RDnAC

    3 жыл бұрын

    🤣🤣🤣3 to 4 days working 24 hours a day

  • @thassioam

    @thassioam

    3 жыл бұрын

    Underestimated, also thought about hours haha

  • @wizizzizou5146

    @wizizzizou5146

    3 жыл бұрын

    10 people 3 shifts for 3-4 days correct

  • @antoinemifsud8781
    @antoinemifsud87813 жыл бұрын

    Amazing video good job Sam 👏🏻👏🏻👌🏻👌🏻

  • @ElAye
    @ElAye3 жыл бұрын

    Excellent video!👍🏾👍🏾

  • @Ananth8193
    @Ananth81933 жыл бұрын

    Hi Sam you are my favorite youtuber.You are the only youtuber who always go behind the scenes and give us a overview .. Thanks much for all your efforts ❤️❤️❤️❤️.Lots of love from India

  • @FitEvie
    @FitEvie3 жыл бұрын

    Interesting. Very Informative. Thanks for this.

  • @AngelGonzalez-hc4zw
    @AngelGonzalez-hc4zw3 жыл бұрын

    Great show Sam!! It would have been great to have such information back when I was young. Hope this inspires the younger generations.

  • @tonynavaidrashid3948
    @tonynavaidrashid39483 жыл бұрын

    Loved watching this video. Very informative. Thank you for sharing this information with us. Hope and pray that all these planes are back in the sky very soon.

  • @pabloricardovaldesvaldes3325
    @pabloricardovaldesvaldes33253 жыл бұрын

    Wow ... great video !

  • @arshavine0
    @arshavine03 жыл бұрын

    Wow so much informative and its really enjoyable to watch this Sam

  • @mohamedawadh4576
    @mohamedawadh45763 жыл бұрын

    Dear Sam, thank you for keeping us with travel mode . Wish see you soon on one of the aircraft flight.

  • @BradleyPennyAviation
    @BradleyPennyAviation3 жыл бұрын

    Great video

  • @mo1amri238
    @mo1amri2383 жыл бұрын

    Inspirational,thanks for showing the perspective of engineering. Aircraft engineer

  • @omarhamid6821
    @omarhamid68213 жыл бұрын

    I appreciate this a wonderful video Sam 🙏 I am an Aircraft maintenances Engineer student & you gave a hope to do my best for my future career.

  • @josheric8625
    @josheric86253 жыл бұрын

    all your video look TOP keep it up 🥇💯👍👍👍

  • @allezvenga7617
    @allezvenga76173 жыл бұрын

    Thanks for your sharing 👍

  • @TravelwithSJ
    @TravelwithSJ3 жыл бұрын

    Grate video!

  • @panhavoteysith484
    @panhavoteysith4843 жыл бұрын

    Your video is so cool!

  • @lullimuppi
    @lullimuppi3 жыл бұрын

    Wait to flight again. Make me crazy to wait. Thank you for this Video! ❤️