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It was the Golden State Warriors they had a preseason game against the Washington Wizards in Tokyo

If you haven't figured it out: The service for Shinzo Abe happened Sept 27th. This video is a few months old, probably held to slow down the internet sleuths. Coincidentally 🤔 the Golden State Warriors and Washington Wizards played two preseason games in Japan Sept 30th and Oct 2nd. Edit: The real tough question for the internet sleuths is how Kelsey stays so thin eating all that VIP food. "A few push ups and pull ups" - what about 400 after that cheesecake?

My husband and my son are pilots for a major carrier and my husband loved flying the sports charters! Especially when it’s the LA Kings hockey team! He tried the long hauls but it wasn’t for him. That’s the great part of being a pilot ..there’s a type of flying to fit everyone!

The shortest 747 flight I remember took less than 6 minutes from wheels off the runway, to wheels down on the runway. I worked at the delivery center in Everett and someone forgot to remove the pin from the nose gear. We saw the flag attached to it when the airplane went by on take-off.

At first I thought the toilet was starting to play music😂😂

A testament to how respectful and law abiding are in Japan. A friend on a very busy and tiring trip, on the express train from Tokyo to Narita forgot to put his laptop back in his bag and left it on the next seat. He realized that at the security screening and reported it to the airport help desk. They immediately contacted rail services to try to intercept at the next stop or in worse case till it reaches back to Tokyo. In many other places, someone finding a forgotten laptop on a seat in a train, you could kiss it goodbye. But not in Japan, someone already submitted it to the lost&found or train personnel. And my friend received it back from a security guard on the next train stop.

I'm glad you enjoyed your sports team charter. Years ago when I was a flight attendant for American Airlines based out of NYC at the time I was sitting ready-reserve at LGA when a few of us got paged by crew scheduling. Crew scheduling told us that we had to deadhead to CLE and pick up the Cleveland Indians and fly them to Canada. I remember the crew scheduler telling us for the "male flight attendants" to stay in the galley. Now, this was back in the mid 90's and I'm figuring that if that comment was made now that it could have landed that person in hot water. Anyway, we got onboard and they had all this custom catering food that we had NO place to stow. Everything was so last minute and thrown together. We had ice cream bars with no dry ice and no place to securely stow. It was such a horrible experience. During the safety demonstration (we were on a MD-80) the players had boom boxes blasting and some of them in the back were smoking... YES SMOKING. We pretty much were told not to ripple the water. I do not even want to think about how many FAA violations we made. By the end of the flight none of us even cared whether they were seated with their seatbelts fastened or even that the overhead bins were open. They were the most disrespectful people I ever encountered during my years at AA. However there was TONS of really good food (including melted Dove ice cream bars) that were delicious. Oh and they asked for a bag so they could dump the contents of the entire liquor carts in. Don't these dudes make millions of dollars? I guess that's why, huh? All in all the reason we chartered them was because at the very last minute the Cleveland Indians’ own jet had a mechanical and they wouldn't be able to fix it in time to fly so they put them on ours.

Kelsey what an incredible life you have! You've been to tons of places that I'll never see in my lifetime! I've been binge watching you for several days now. My brother Danny has traveled all over the country. He goes back over 40 years with the classic rock band Foghat, Blue Oyster Cult, and was a drummer with Mitch Ryder for 5 years back in the mid 80's. They flew to Germany to record an album back then. He had some frequent flyer miles saved up, and flew me with him from Detroit Metro to West Palm Beach for a show. The band covers practically all expenses from there, hotels, food, "beverages." I've been to a few places, but never out of the country. Watching you on these videos brings back great memories. When Foghat was in their prime, they told my brother about some "crazy" stunts that their pilot would do for them if they asked. I was thinking about all the exploring that you do on layovers. Would you ever consider showing us some of the most beautiful girls in (literally) the world that you've seen? That would really be a cool video to see. I doubt that you'll ever see this comment, but if you do? Please consider it ok? You're like a Rock Star to me. I know for fact that we would have a great time hanging out for a day or two. Like millions of others, what I wouldn't give just to meet you once and take a selfie. I already know that we would have an absolute blast hanging out for a day. We would definitely have a lot to talk about. I'm a huge fan brother. Safe travels always man! 🙏

So good seeing you in action on the flight deck sir, even if for a brief time. Thanks for taking us along on your adventures. Loved it.

Love how genuinely happy you seemed to be walking around Tokyo.

I went to Japan waaaaay back in 1999, and the biggest thing I remember of Tokyo was how clean it was. Even the subway system was spotless! I've been to a number of large cities (NYC, London, Madrid) and none of them compare to Tokyo. I flew from O'Hare to Narita. Such a looooong flight! That jet lag is a killer. One way you skip a day, the other way you repeat a day. It was bizarre, and took me several days to figure out when and where I was!

Hey Kelsey, I’m really glad you’re showing some of your adventures such as your stroll through Tokyo. I really like that you’re keeping it up even though it’s obviously pretty tiring at times. No obligation. It’s really cool to have a perspective on flight, especially on the flight deck.

We rolled the last 747 out of the factory this week for delivery in early 23. End of an era! 54 years first one rolled out in 1968.

I absolutely LOVE getting to 'virtually' travel/spend time with you! Thank you so much for sharing a little bit of your life with us. I live by myself in a (very) rural area of Western NY, and don't have a vehicle,& there's no public transportation here, so needless to say I have very little time outside of my home. These posts of yours are the equivalent of human contact for me, lol! Your time and effort in creating/editing this really is greatly appreciated. 😊❤

I’m really liking this “blog” format! It’s great to see you in action and see the plane and cockpit you’ll be flying! Really fun! More like this, please!✈️

This is why 74 Gear is #1.. Fantastic content kelsey

Love the vlogs, glad we’re getting more of them! Always inspiring

Although I agree with other commenters that your videos are well-edited & have a great format, those skills can be learned & honed. I believe that you have such loyal & supportive subscribers because of your personality: respectful, self-aware, self-deprecating, curious & appreciative are some of the descriptors that immediately come to mind. Those qualities are innate & not acquired. Honestly, I think we will watch whatever type of travel or aviation videos you decide to post simply because your interest & enthusiasm shine through! Wishing you safe & happy travels, Kelsey. Greetings from the west coast of Canada.

I have had a recent spike in anxiety when flying. This channel somehow calms it a bit. Thank you.

On the way to 1 000 000! ✈I'm so happy for you, you are such a cool dude 😄

I always look forward to the Sunday morning videos! Where I can just relax & eat breakfast & and learn about aviation!

I quit my job at a notable US airline a few weeks ago to do the same job as Kelsey at the same airline. I've honestly been terrified at the big change in my life but everytime I see any of these videos I remember I've made the right decision. Thanks for doing these!

Sushi for less than $30 per plate... that's a great deal, and I loved Japan when I lived there in the mid 80's. Beautiful and clean!!

Great videos ! I was in Tokyo in '91 and noticed the same two things you did...how clean it was (really, really clean) and unlocked bikes just sitting next to entrances to houses and businesses. Glad to know the Japanese culture has not lost their sense of respect for others.

Your best video yet. Not only the content but the level of detail and the editing. Loved the subtle shot of the Golden State hat 🤣 I was staying at a hotel near Tokyo tower a week or so before when this video was probably filmed. Crazy to think I nearly bumped into you.

Puerto Rico saying Hello and thank you. keep up the good work, love sight seeing as a remote tourist.

Team flown: Golden State Warriors Callsigns: Atlas Air 8957, Atlas Air 8958 Aircraft: N263SG, Boeing 747-400

It was golden state vs Washington pre season. Remember seeing a video on the teams insta page with and Atlas 747 in the background.

I love aviation content soo much thank you for giving us such a great enjoyment 🎉🎉

I work tons of Atlas Air flights over the pacific and I worked one from RJTT to SFO recently. Glad to have ya in the ol KZAK.

You're a multi-talented pilot. Great to see you're not some average boring pilot and have a creative creator content side to you. I'm 32 yrs old but I'm inspired to become a pilot more and more watching your content. Thank you!

Kelsey, I've been following you for a while now and you've come so far s a creator. I love the edits and the transitions. You're inspiring and as someone else in aviation..you have a way cool job.

At the beginning of October, the golden state warriors played an exhibition game in Japan, and that is almost certainly what this was. Super cool that you got to fly the warriors 👍

I loved this! We've seen you flying but you on a layover was a treat! Thanks for sharing! Have a great week everyone!

Kelsey, you should definitely do more travels vlogs when you have long enough layovers! 👍👍

Thanks for the memories. I miss Tokyo. Lived there for four years. That toilet lid opening when you open the door, that new. Very nice. A rough money exchange, for the ¥3,630, move the coma “,” over to the right one digit, turn it into a period “.” and subtract $10. So about $26.30

5:43 Mentour Pilot, far into the future: "So guys, the NTSB report concludes a contributing factor the flight was delayed multiple hours was the number of snacks on the flight deck...."

1:54 Brussel Sprouts in an Airmeal...! Awesome!!! 😃

I love this style of vid, seeing cities with you etc. More like this please Kelsey!

Kelsey, no hate. I really enjoy your videos. The best thing you have ever done for our family is to thwart my son’s unreasonable fear of flying! It’s because of you that he was able to fly his wife to Las Vegas. On the trip he took a picture out the window of the aircraft and told me how good it was to be able to fly without feeling so frightened. Thank you, Kelsey! You’re our hero! Mary. PS I’m a ginger too, and we DO SO have souls!❤

I'd love to see you do a video commemorating the last 747 rolling off the assembly line

In Japan it is all about respect, and their society and culture show it. It is as clean, and as safe as can be. Love the people.

Hey Kelsey - great vlog! And, from a SF Bay native thanks for your service to our Champion Golden State Warriors! They were in very good hands!

I’m new to your channel, and truly enjoy your Vlogs. I’ve been a Flight attendant for 35 years. First with Pan Am for 4 years, and now 31 years with United. Like yourself, I still absolutely love what I do for a living. We’re so fortunate to work in the aviation industry. I’ll be on the lookout for you if you ever deadhead commercially on United, I’ll make sure to have some extra snacks for you! 😊 Stay safe and well.

nice relaxing video. coming into SFO as a passenger is a bit spooky, because of the way the runways extend into the bay. looking out the side windows, all you see is water until you're inches above the runway.

Great video! I really appreciate the time you took to make this one. I wish my wife and I could travel around and see some of the places I went to while I was in the Marines. Semper fi Brother and keep up the good work.

Not only are you adorable, but you have created your own redundancy safety feature by showing us how you entered the numbers for example. Situational awareness personified. Nice!

Fun fact, there are only two months in 2022 where the 27th is on a Tuesday, and one of those months is December so hasn’t happened yet. And now I feel like quite the internet sleuth knowing when this flight took place 🧐 I see what you did there Kelsey and I applaud you for it. Great video! The day-in-a-life videos are my fave

Gorgeous scenery! Definitely gonna have to visit Japan one day.

I am welder and I used to travel the US doing jobs. The thing that I enjoyed was the places I got to go and the things I got to see. I haven’t ever been out of CONUS , but I’m sure that you get to see some really cool stuff all over the world. Much love from NC🤙

I love how you smile and look on the bright side.

I'm glad you also seem to enjoy this format, Kelsey. Thanks for another bangin' blog video

You were flying the GS Warriors most likely.. their assistant coach told me that they chartered a flight to Japan. He said the flight was good 😂 but one of the pilots kept stealing their cheese cakes!

Tokyo has changed a lot in the (almost) sixty years since seeing it for the first time. Some things haven't changed though. The politeness of the Japanese and their fastidious attention to cleanliness are two of the things that have endeared me to them for many, many years. I love and respect them. The two years spent there were, undoubtedly, the best in my long life.

Where I stay in vegas (Aria) was the first place I saw one of those toilet seats. A total game changer and made toilet paper shortage nonexistent for me. I think ToTo is actually a Japanese company now that I think about it.

Loved this video so much! It must have taken a lot of effort on your part so please know it is very much appreciated! (Also, I totally wouldn’t be able to resist all the snacks either 😂)

I really enjoyed this vlog. Thanks for taking us along for the ride, Kelsey. Be safe. ✈️

So cool. For me one of your best!! When you was walking Tokyo I seen a lot of where you where cause I watch Virtual Japan, a great RU-vid channel. Thanks again. Have a Merry Christmas and a. Great NewYear

Good job, Kelsey! I really loved your vlog. There is some influence of the Monthly class we both took in the beginning of this year and I am very happy to see it has paid off for you. I love flying and aviation, but I used to be a very nervous flyer, every single bump or weird sound scared me. Since I've been following your channel, this has improved a lot. I love the way you share information with us and now I really enjoy flying. Some months ago I was flying on a short-haul flight within Europe and I was chatting with a lady sitting next to me and she got really scared and nervous when we hit some bad weather shortly before the landing and the "rock'n'roll" started... I continued talking to her and I repeated some of the information that I heard from you: don't worry madam, the pilots are very well trained and they have plenty of options like doing a go around, landing on a different airport... and most importantly they want to get down on the ground safely as much as we do. So I'm pretty sure they wouldn't do anything that would compromise the safety of the flight. I probably sounded as an internet-taught wise ass, but it helped and she calmed down and we continued to discus other stuff despite being thrown around like on a motocross bike. Thank you, Kelsey! Looking forward to your future videos. Keep the blue side up! Your classmate from Casey's class, Rado

Thanks for getting us out of the hotel room on this one! We enjoyed seeing your adventure.

You definitely flew the golden state warriors, that's awesome!

That walk around an almost abandoned Tokyo had to be on a Sunday, when all the frenetic salaried types bail out of the city. A wonderful time to take pictures. Those remaining are generally in their Sunday best, especially the children. I spotted Richard Branson once near that temple in Narita. At the time, he owned a nearby restaurant. That short 29 minute 747 flight from Narita to Haneda would've taken about 2-3 hours by taxi or bus on a weekday, back then. Likely more.

WOW 👍👍👍👏👏👏So cool, I loved the days to be able to request a visit with the pilots, My sons all 3 and my bride enjoyed that in the good old days , Best job ever and inspiring to many. Thanks for this post Kelsey , Nice to see the day to day and other beautiful areas around the world. Very cool 😎

Another great video! :D Really love your work man, keep it up :)

Love your vlogging style. Super relaxing to watch. Am tired of being yelled at by vloggers as they rip through places with fast cuts!

Welcome to the World of Corporate Flying ! I hope that this will show a bit of what Corporate Aviation is all about to your audiance. The Legacy Airlines aer not the only Carrot to chase in a Flying Career. Love your channel keep the Vids coming!!

I found your channel very recently cuz youtube recommendations took me here. Sometimes these really find me good content! Love the vids ^_^

So cool to get to see where you fly into and out of. You really have an amazing job!

Love the video!! Thanks for taking us along. Keep the blue side up! 💙

My shortest 747 flights were Shenzhen to Hong Kong. 15 minutes of busy work. I used to really enjoy any of my layovers in Japan. Great food, clean atmosphere and polite people everywhere.

That was a neat touch to hear you on the radio when leaving SF! Now we know what your "radio voice" sounds like lol

I was in Japan back in the early 80"s as my father worked for GTE back then and he was working on the elephant radar up in Misawa Japan on or near the airbase. One of the things I remember even though I was a kid at the time was that in the small town Misawa, I remember seeing the people wash the ground outside their stores along the road in the morning before they opened. and How tidy and clean everything was. That's one thing that just stuck in my mind and I'll never forget, another was the bus system where you took a ticket when you get on and then it tells you how much you have to pay depending on the stop where you get off, so ya pay at the end of your ride and not the beginning that was cool too.👍 (Food was great too!)

Tokyo is so much fun. Even just for a short visit 😁😁

Had one of my most memorable flights on a regional flight in Japan - Tokyo to Osaka on a single class, 600 passenger 747 "commuter" flight. What made it memorable was that I got a window seat with a perfect view of Mt. Fuji as we passed by as the sun started to set - spectacular sight! Japan is an amazing country and with an amazing culture.

Great to see Kelsey at my home airport SFO! Unfortunately, due to the pandemic, I haven't been there since December 23, 2019. Time to get moving again in 2023!

That was fun!! Thank you, Kelsey!

Love all your videos that being said I’d love to see MORE like this!! Behind the scenes, day in your life, what YOU do and how you do it.

Some observations here: 1) The month doesn’t appear when you show the date at the beginning of the video (Tuesday 27th 2022… Huhhhh?); 2) You forgot one mustache hair when you shaved 😂; 3) It’s the first time you reveal publicly your airline (call sign + napkin); 4) That video was lovely !

Anyone else think that the toilet was playing music only to discover that it was the intro music to the next segment?

Your vlogs are always so good! Thanks for bringing us along.

That's nice 8:19 taking off from a taxiway.....hope kelsey makes a pilots vs atc video on that😂😂.Anyways great video tho!!

LOL! I hit the like button when I saw the toilet lid lift automatically. I am not a pilot but, have always been fascinated by aviation. I have flown several times in small craft with a friend who did let me take the controls and he said I was a natural. A lot like golf where it is a rich mans sport.

Awesome!!! I need to add SFO to my list. Great video Kelsey!

this was so good, more of this plz :)

I really enjoy this new format. Thank you so much.

Just wanted to let you know I really like your videos. I'm not a pilot and I rarely fly but I am interested about aviation and to my surprise found myself binge watching your videos. I learned a lot and I continue to be fascinated about the professionalism and efficiency most pro pilots and ATCs demonstrate. Cheers from a German RC flyer.

Man, the VIP meals really beat the Bag of Sandwiches you’ve shown before! And I like how they know to just bring you the snacks haha!

Kelsey, what a cool video it must be so nice to be able to do what you do oh I’m so jealous stay always. I wish I had seen that plane come in. I watch sometimes from my house because the flight pattern brings you over my house when you land at San Francisco airport. Unless it was cloudy, I don’t think I could’ve missed a White 747.

1:32 It was cool to hear your "working voice" on the radio. Might seem odd, but I rather enjoy seeing the dichotomy between the teaching/entertaining side of things and being in your element working.

Thanks for the time and effort you put into shooting and editing. I can only assume you found the video professional you were looking for. This is allowing you the time to be both informative and entertaining.

Love this format! Thanks for sharing bits of your work life with us Kelsey!

I think we all knew Kelsey flew for atlas but now we have confirmation “giant” is their callsign! Love your vids!!

Love the new format and how it really shows what the job is like.

for anyone wondering what team he was carrying, he was carrying the golden state warriors for a preseason trip to play against the wizard. i did the work so u didnt have to. ur welcome. and Kelsey, pls like this if im right

My airline (US based) we cater sports teams, occasional music groups and occasionally military flights. I'm below based so I just load them, but when we get the military, the ones with rank is always trying to get those with very little rank to load them. Though no one but us loads them.

This is so awesome! I make the wings for 747 and 737 in the Midwest USA!

Great video as usual I was stationed in Japan back in the '80s when I was in the service loved it.

Im very happy for you! You work so hard and you definitely deserve this!

I love the vlog style, please keep doing these!

That was excellent. What a lovely clean and respectful country Japan is.