Flying a BOEING 737-200 COMBI to a remote Inuit village
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Date: 2023-08-20
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Colaholiker
When it comes to the sound, nothing beats the good old JT8Ds.
The cockpit seems to have been modernized at some point, the -100 and -200 didn't originally have any electronic displays, it was all steam gauges. This looks more like what you'd find on one of the 737 Classic generations from the -300 onwards. But of course, the engines are a cleat indicator that this is not a Classic, but older.
Wit their ability to reconfigure the aircraft between different cargo/passenger splits, wouldn't that technically make it a QC version?
I have to admit their crew is really amazing!
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When it comes to the sound, nothing beats the good old JT8Ds.
The cockpit seems to have been modernized at some point, the -100 and -200 didn't originally have any electronic displays, it was all steam gauges. This looks more like what you'd find on one of the 737 Classic generations from the -300 onwards. But of course, the engines are a cleat indicator that this is not a Classic, but older.
Wit their ability to reconfigure the aircraft between different cargo/passenger splits, wouldn't that technically make it a QC version?
I have to admit their crew is really amazing!
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Jambon
Great video. I've done the 737-200 a few times:
1983 LTN - GRO Britannia Airways
1993 LTN - REU Britannia Airways
1997 LTN - TFS Sabre Airways
1999 LTN - DUB Ryanair
I always remember the noise particularly when thrust reversers are deployed. In fact, in the earlier days I think the crew used to make an announcement to let people know that the increase in noise level when landing was normal and nothing to be concerned about.
Great aircraft.
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Great video. I've done the 737-200 a few times:
1983 LTN - GRO Britannia Airways
1993 LTN - REU Britannia Airways
1997 LTN - TFS Sabre Airways
1999 LTN - DUB Ryanair
I always remember the noise particularly when thrust reversers are deployed. In fact, in the earlier days I think the crew used to make an announcement to let people know that the increase in noise level when landing was normal and nothing to be concerned about.
Great aircraft.
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Chris
That brought back some memories. My first ever flight was on an Orion Airways 737-200 to Malaga in Spain. On the way home I was sitting in view of the wing and on landing when the reverse thrust thing happened I actually thought there was something wrong with the plane and started trying to get out of my seat. I was only 7 or 8 at the time and thought the engine was falling off. Planes back then also seemed to push you back in your seat more on takeoff.
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That brought back some memories. My first ever flight was on an Orion Airways 737-200 to Malaga in Spain. On the way home I was sitting in view of the wing and on landing when the reverse thrust thing happened I actually thought there was something wrong with the plane and started trying to get out of my seat. I was only 7 or 8 at the time and thought the engine was falling off. Planes back then also seemed to push you back in your seat more on takeoff.
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Char
Air Inuit is just like a bus company. Most airlines fly directly to the destinations. But Air Inuit isn't like that. The Dashes stops at airports along the Hudson Bay one by one and pick up passengers, just like a bus. Puvirnituq isn't a small town, that's why you need only one stop in La Grande. If you stay in smaller towns like Ivujivik or Salluit, the plane can only take you to the airport next to it.
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Air Inuit is just like a bus company. Most airlines fly directly to the destinations. But Air Inuit isn't like that. The Dashes stops at airports along the Hudson Bay one by one and pick up passengers, just like a bus. Puvirnituq isn't a small town, that's why you need only one stop in La Grande. If you stay in smaller towns like Ivujivik or Salluit, the plane can only take you to the airport next to it.
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Angus
TheCost of that flight to the Inuit village, is not designed for a Scots Sporran. When I saw the cost per mile and the cost of those chicken nuggets; I needed a defibrillator to bring my heart rate back to normal. I loved the manner of the Captain and Flight/Cabin crew. They can teach the Old Chooks on QANTAS a lesson or five about courtesy and customer service. Travel safe my friend.
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TheCost of that flight to the Inuit village, is not designed for a Scots Sporran. When I saw the cost per mile and the cost of those chicken nuggets; I needed a defibrillator to bring my heart rate back to normal. I loved the manner of the Captain and Flight/Cabin crew. They can teach the Old Chooks on QANTAS a lesson or five about courtesy and customer service. Travel safe my friend.
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leonardo
Not sure if you were hamming it up for the video or you really were surprised that all the comforts of home weren't available in a remote northern community. some of your comments come across as crass. I'm surprised; I usually enjoy your videos but on this one in particular you seem to have made some odd assumptions or not done any research into your destination.
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Not sure if you were hamming it up for the video or you really were surprised that all the comforts of home weren't available in a remote northern community. some of your comments come across as crass. I'm surprised; I usually enjoy your videos but on this one in particular you seem to have made some odd assumptions or not done any research into your destination.
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JD
One of my first flights ever was back it the late 70s (yes Im old ) was on a Southwest 737-200 into Houston Hobby and I had a window seat behind the wing. As we were landing the thrust reversers deployed and 11 to 13 year old me FREAKED the hell out! My dad had to calm me down and explain it was supposed to do that!
And welcome to Texas Noel.
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One of my first flights ever was back it the late 70s (yes Im old ) was on a Southwest 737-200 into Houston Hobby and I had a window seat behind the wing. As we were landing the thrust reversers deployed and 11 to 13 year old me FREAKED the hell out! My dad had to calm me down and explain it was supposed to do that!
And welcome to Texas Noel.
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Gregory
Great work and so unique. Well done. I have been on that aircraft on PWA in 1984 out of Victoria BC and they flew some short 9 min sectors on the island for cargo and crew training. It eventually went to CPA and then flew Ottawa /YVR supposedly n/s but had to refuelin Calgary. Great days.
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Great work and so unique. Well done. I have been on that aircraft on PWA in 1984 out of Victoria BC and they flew some short 9 min sectors on the island for cargo and crew training. It eventually went to CPA and then flew Ottawa /YVR supposedly n/s but had to refuelin Calgary. Great days.
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Lord
My father who is originally from Scotland lives in Tuktoyaktuk with is in the far north of the north west territories and its about the same size of this town by the looks of it. It costs a lot to get everything there which is why the food was so expensive in the grocery store.
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My father who is originally from Scotland lives in Tuktoyaktuk with is in the far north of the north west territories and its about the same size of this town by the looks of it. It costs a lot to get everything there which is why the food was so expensive in the grocery store.
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Philip
Living in a big city in Canada, I always forget how large Canada is and some of the remote areas people live. Watching this video was a great experience and reminds me of how a lot of people live in the Canadian north. Great video Noel, can wait to see you on the next one!
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Living in a big city in Canada, I always forget how large Canada is and some of the remote areas people live. Watching this video was a great experience and reminds me of how a lot of people live in the Canadian north. Great video Noel, can wait to see you on the next one!
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Kenneth
I flew on an EPA 737-200 from St. Johns to Toronto in the spring of 1984 to connect with an Eastern Airlines flight to Tampa, Florida during Easter vacation. In spring 2001, I flew to Iqaluit in a 727 that was similarly configured for freight and passengers.
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I flew on an EPA 737-200 from St. Johns to Toronto in the spring of 1984 to connect with an Eastern Airlines flight to Tampa, Florida during Easter vacation. In spring 2001, I flew to Iqaluit in a 727 that was similarly configured for freight and passengers.
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Pam
We flew a lot in the USA and Canada during the 70's. I remember a stewardess telling me those were brake thrusters. Nearly every plane we rode had them. First plane I was in that didn't have them, scared me to death! Thought we wouldn't be able to stop!
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We flew a lot in the USA and Canada during the 70's. I remember a stewardess telling me those were brake thrusters. Nearly every plane we rode had them. First plane I was in that didn't have them, scared me to death! Thought we wouldn't be able to stop!
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drkstd
You Said there is no Hospital in Purvinituq thats actually Not True the have a Hospital there which is responsible to serve the whole area around the village but obviously they can Not handle everything
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You Said there is no Hospital in Purvinituq thats actually Not True the have a Hospital there which is responsible to serve the whole area around the village but obviously they can Not handle everything
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Maeve
Fabulous job Noel. I think that the impeccable service of this flight attendant and his reference to you as a guest instead of a passenger are commendable. I truly enjoy your travels. Be safe.
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Fabulous job Noel. I think that the impeccable service of this flight attendant and his reference to you as a guest instead of a passenger are commendable. I truly enjoy your travels. Be safe.
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stalag14
The loudest jet I've ever heard was a 200 series 737. EPA had a scheduled route to Sydney, Canada in the 1970's. Then the AC dc9's came along and the 737's pulled out and stayed in Halifax.
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The loudest jet I've ever heard was a 200 series 737. EPA had a scheduled route to Sydney, Canada in the 1970's. Then the AC dc9's came along and the 737's pulled out and stayed in Halifax.
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Katherine
Hello, nice video: )
I see the trip on the 732 was well worth the try!
I am glad I get to work close to this aircraft almost everyday. I keep good souvenirs of the 737-200!
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Hello, nice video: )
I see the trip on the 732 was well worth the try!
I am glad I get to work close to this aircraft almost everyday. I keep good souvenirs of the 737-200!
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YVRCasey
lol - always interesting to see an English reaction to milk in bags! It's actually very practical! As long as you use the proper milk jug the bags fit into - they're very standard.
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lol - always interesting to see an English reaction to milk in bags! It's actually very practical! As long as you use the proper milk jug the bags fit into - they're very standard.
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Warriorking1963
What an amazing airline! The crew are the best, friendly, down-to-earth, and chatty! These guys could train the crew of other airlines how to do their jobs. Bravo Air Inuit!
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What an amazing airline! The crew are the best, friendly, down-to-earth, and chatty! These guys could train the crew of other airlines how to do their jobs. Bravo Air Inuit!
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The
Great report but sad to say that Air Inuit is now part of Canadian North airlines. As of today though their aircraft are still in the Air Inuit livery but Canadian North branding.
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Great report but sad to say that Air Inuit is now part of Canadian North airlines. As of today though their aircraft are still in the Air Inuit livery but Canadian North branding.
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