Flying $200 Million Boeing 747-SP Private Jet ALONE 

That guys mustache deserves its own documentary

I was on the first flight of the 747SP as a test engineer on July 4th, 1975 when I was in Boeing flight test (instrumentation). Our flight did not have quite the VIP treatment the king's aircraft had - in fact the interior didn't have walls or (real) seats. We had water barrels that were used to transfer the weight around the aircraft for control of the center of gravity, maybe ten or more instrumentation stations, six foot by 20 inch wide racks measuring everything the plane did during that first flight. I'm 79 now and was 32 during that flight and your video brought it all back, thanks Sam.

The woman at the start awkwardly saying "I'm so happy to see it leaving today" That's my mom when I finally move out and start living on my own

“A year ago this plane landed in our airport and hasn’t left since... I’m so happy to see it leaving today” Best line from monotone lady

Why nobody commenting about that mustache man..

This mustache has a bigger wingspan than the plane

Old school aircrafts with old school pilot, co pilot and flight engineer... What a lucky day for you, Sam.

I was a Pan Am flight Attendant back in 1980 and always flew that same aircraft from JFK- TOKYO, JFK-RIO and SFO- HONG KONG . The upper deck galley in your video brought back many memories . It may interest you to know that Pan Am flight attendants gave input in the design of the original galleys . Nothing changed in the upper deck galley! 41 years later , the 747SP at Pan Am remains the most beautiful, luxurious aircraft flying the skies.

Who else scrolled down to see comments about the mustache?

Not sure what is more impressive. The plane or that guy’s mustache.

That guys mustache just gave the plane 5% in fuel savings

My god there's luxury and then about 10000x levels up there's this! The 3 pilots ooze experience and class you can tell they are absolute masters in their field. The 747 is and always will be the queen of the sky, i was so lucky to have flown on 1 route before it was a lifetime dream come true. Incredible video.

30% comments: normal The 70%: _MUSTACHE GUY_

“This is probably the best flight i had this year” This year? I can’t even imagine a better than flight than this..

The genuine joy this guy gets out of planes is contagious and it makes me so happy, i love these videos man

my father first started flying the dc9 in the late 60s to mid 70s for southern and then switched over to northwest airlines.He also flew the 747-200s for northwest airlines / orient starting in the late 70s 80s 90s and 00s until his retirement in 08, he absolutely loved these beasts with all analog functions. I started my career in his footsteps with American in 1999 started flying 757s until 2015 and now flying 787 Dreamliners. My sister also flies for southwest airlines. We are a family of old to new school pilots

I had the great privilege of been part of the maintenance crew looking after this great flying beast in the late 90's early 00's. I am really happy to see her still flying. Was not sure what happened to her affter FLS Airospace at Stanstead Airport UK went bust in 2004! Great video, has brought back many memories of long hours crawling through her tight areas keeping her airworthy. Keep up the good work of showing these giants of the sky Sam!!!

A friend was involved with the interiors. All materials used in the aircraft's interior are natural, no synthetic fabrics were used. Unless it's been removed, an interesting feature not seen was a complete surgery in the cargo level. The original owner had a heart issue and traveled with a surgical staff and cardiologist, just in case.

Seeing the enthusiasm Sam has in his videos is always very refreshing...you can tell this is what he loves doing. Keep on going Sam!!

The 747 has such an iconic silhouette! To me, all new airplanes look alike… Got to fly a dozen times in the 747 when I was a kid, late 80s. Paris to New Delhi! Back then, kids could go in the cockpit to see the pilots.

The parties you could have on that thing.....it's so cool to see a bunch of guys wearing t-shirts and jeans flying a 747

Love how the pilots are not even dressed as pilots, idk why that appealed to me

*Flies VIP 747 private jet alone* Sam: Greatest flight this YEAR

I want to be as proud of myself one day as that man is proud of his moustache

Sam that was amazing, my most favourite video from you this year so far 😀 the 747sp is my favourite aircraft, I’ll never forget standing at the viewing area at the Perth international airport when I was 7 years old watching a South African airways 747sp arrive and depart - it was mesmerising! I couldn’t take my eyes of her, you’re so lucky to have flown her. Such a special aircraft, you’ve made my day

This is probably the best mustache I've ever seen this 2019!

The one thing money can't buy: Good taste!

My dad Richard Sias was an interior designer for this plane. I remember him showing me his drawings when I was a kid. It was a hard plane interior to do because the customer wanted more gold and weight was an ongoing issue.

So nostalgic watching the old pro's preparing and then flying the aircraft. Sam you have a way of capturing the emotion of the event. Nuff Respect 👍

Cool mustache guy: “The best vip plane I’ve ever seen” Nobody: Me: “the best vip mustache wings I’ve ever seen”

Unfortunately, once seen, that interior can never be unseen.

One small thing: You actually flew to Pinal Airpark (KMZJ) Not into Marana Regional (KAVQ). I have done bunches of touch and go's at Pinal and all the big airplanes there are amazing!

Are we just not going to mention this man's facial ornament.

this is the number of flights Sam takes in a year 👇🏼

That moustache guy is literally egg head from sonic

VP-BAT truly the most beautiful aircraft EVER made. I hope (s)he can fly for years to come. Nothing better than a 747-SP.

My favorite comment, "This airplane arrived a year ago and has stayed here ever since...I'm so glad its leaving today."

Who’s scrolling down here because of the Moustache?

That plane is so regal. Thanks for the video.

Saw the interior and immediately thought "This belongs to a Saudi Prince or Donald Trump"

01:41 the gentleman has modelled his moustache like the aeroplane's wings ....

Everyone: luxurious and mustache Me: But where is the ultra fast wifi?

Loving the direction this channel is going Sam! You took Us on a Cargo flight, a 737-200 in the North and now this. You’re evolving this channel into something much more than just airline reviews!

No matter how many times I see a 747, every time I am still amazed that such a huge machine can take off into the sky.

Pilot's drees like casual morning walk dress 😂😂😂

This man´s mustache is almost the size of the airplane wingspan that he works on.

I was driving south on the 1-10 just outside Marana when this beast was landing. I recognize the red and white scheme. I thought it was an old airline getting retired. Good to know she's an SP and still got life left in her!

Amazing Sam, I help build the 747 but never imagine it looks like this. Thanks for giving us the glimpse into the world of the wealthy, kings and queens of the world. You are the man!

Me: "The decor is so tasteless, so garish and dated." Also me: "I want it."

1:43 Lobster trapped in a man's body.

The guy's moustache makes him look like a character from one piece

*Your channel is absolutely incredible - I just love how you show things that the normal lay-person would never see!! God bless and thank you for all of the incredible content!!!!!*

Girl: “I think you’re afraid of commitment” *shows her that mustache*

You see the wingspan of the...... Mustache 😉

RU-vid: check out this very special airplane Everybody: mUsTaChE

I was a Purser for American Airlines for over 20 years. AA had two of these and they retired them the year I started. The upper deck had a bar and lounge originally with a Rhodes electric grand piano in the middle of it. I'd love to be able to do that one more time. Those were the days!

Ten seconds in See’s moustache *instantly scrolls down*

I turned 60 years old , After this wonderful clip, I started to hate myself because I couldn't even own a bicycle yet 😂😂😂

After seeing the whole part I am mainly thinking about that man's moustache.

I worked for Pan Am and probably traveled on this plane many times. My favorite 747. Loved your video.

Hard to see sooo many 747s lying dead in the dessert 🥺. This SP has gotta be one super lucky 747 jurassic to still kiss the sky!

I can't focus while I'm seeing that mustache guy

Everyone reading through the comments have a nice day

Nothing beats the 747........... it's the best flying machine ever..... I love your video's / the work you do...... GOD Bless 👍👍👍👍👍👍🛫

That “luxury” interior is straight outta the early 90’s lol

that was definitely the most glamourous music ive ever heard while looking at a toilet

They made sure there was enough seats for the owner´s wives.

Man: "Best VIP airplane I've seen in my career" Me: "Best moustache I've seen in my life!"

One like who wants to see sam chui travel to space ! 👍

Word of advice Your giving us a tour of the plane hit the camera is facing u the whole time. You should walk through the planes With camera facing down plane not on ur face. This is way we can actually see the plane. Nevertheless great content

I’m still fascinated and love to watch aircraft take off from the flight deck.

This plane is incredible. It should be preserved for a museum dedicated to the extreme madness of mankind.

So many analog instruments. I love it!

1:47 lady : A year ago this plane came to our airport,i can't wait to see it leave again My brother: A year ago my cousin came to our home,i can't wait to see him leave again.

I hope to one day be able to fly on a plane like that. So nice.

Love the SP! I’ll never forget my last flight on the SP on the Qantas SYD-PPT-LAX route in July 1996. So cool disembarking via stairs in Tahiti to have an up close look at this beautiful machine. Thanks for sharing, Sam!

0:11 That dude's moustache looks like an aircraft wings 😂😂😂😂

That King’s bathroom interior 😍😍😍 Wishing current aircrafts washroom looked a tenth as good 😩

And that sir is the greatest mustache I've seen in my career.

Everything is cool and all but IMO what really sets this plane above the rest (no pun intended) is the full size toilet with a BIDET. And it's in GOLD. Now that's luxury! So awesome! 😄

Would be cool if the master bedroom had the bed in the nose facing forward with custom windows so your view from bed would be same view as pilots! That'd be sick if they could

"Honey, I'll be home a little late tonight. Something just came up and I gotta stop by Canada and Arizona on the way home."

when he saw the bidet and said "Wow a golden water hose" i nearly pissed myself LMAOO

THIS 747SP has so much significant history behind it. The fact that it was owned and FLOWN By PAN AM, united from 1986 on, and now a private jet looking for a buyer. This plane should be in a museum honestly.

That guys mustache is longer than my math test

Everyone: uhh that moustache Nobody: Me: wait a minute 5:12 Jeff: my name is Jeff

The pilot: my name is jeff Me:*still laughing 30 minuts later*

What an awesome aircraft! It was built the year I was born!

The whole plane was amazing. I've never been in an airplane before. I hope to take a trip an fly somewheres with my husband one of these days. Love your videos!!!

i love seeing the everyone in the cockpit in casual clothes.

"Traffic, Traffic" "Yep, I don't see anything...."

The 747SP is one of the most beautiful and most ironic and luxurious aircraft in the world.

ive seen this plane at JFK, Milan Malpensa and Dubai Airport! Never knew what i was looking at or what was inside....wow

The dude with the mustache must take hours to get ready to go anywhere.

As having this based at My Local Airport of Bournemouth we got to see this regulary depart and arrive. So good to see the inside.

I started life as an Airframe and Power plant mechanic, 2 years working on 747 -100s Run taxi qualualified great memories Loved that airplane the maintenance manuals were truly helpful unlkie most a reference.

I liked the kings ‘throne’ toilet. Nothing like a 38,000 feet dump on a gold toilet

The mustached guy deserves a Guinness

the only airliner to exceed the speed of sound in a dive accidentally.

love the polished rim on the intakes.