I Flew AIR ALGERIE And Instantly Regretted It.
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Date: 2024-07-07
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meeshker
Worst plane I ever flow was British Caledonian 747 to LA. Got to airport flight delayed something wrong with plane 4 hours late set off, the interior of the plane literally rattled, roof panals moved about. Had to refuel at Winnipeg. After filling we taxied to the runway for the pilot to say we need to go back to terminal because there was a problem with the plain. We all had to get off in an airport that was shut. We were all stuck in a large room. Eventually we were about to set off when the captain said LAX staff had gone on a work to rule, so airport wouldn't open until about 9 o'clock in the morning, all had to get off again.
Eventually we got to LA about 16 hours late. Because our plans, we had to drive straight to Vegas.
This was a holiday from hell because we later had spent a great day in Yosemite and drove to San Francisco, we were about to cross the Bay Bridge when the 1989 Earthquake happened.
The rest is another story
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Worst plane I ever flow was British Caledonian 747 to LA. Got to airport flight delayed something wrong with plane 4 hours late set off, the interior of the plane literally rattled, roof panals moved about. Had to refuel at Winnipeg. After filling we taxied to the runway for the pilot to say we need to go back to terminal because there was a problem with the plain. We all had to get off in an airport that was shut. We were all stuck in a large room. Eventually we were about to set off when the captain said LAX staff had gone on a work to rule, so airport wouldn't open until about 9 o'clock in the morning, all had to get off again.
Eventually we got to LA about 16 hours late. Because our plans, we had to drive straight to Vegas.
This was a holiday from hell because we later had spent a great day in Yosemite and drove to San Francisco, we were about to cross the Bay Bridge when the 1989 Earthquake happened.
The rest is another story
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Strayanoo
They haven't been involved in a major accident in recent years for all i know, but i've known they cut corners on safety. There's several reports of a couple of unreasonably hard landings, technical faults caused by bad maintenance, and, well. Their cabin crew service also appears to be lacking, both in service and in security procedures, the atmosphere and culture surrounding this airline does not seem to be adequate for the standards of aviation today, and cabin crew and overall service is usually a good indication of that. They must have had some degree of quality if they are allowed to fly in Europe and America but. I would suggest regulation authorities to re-check them as i have quite a reasonable suspicion that they might need to update their safety standards, otherwise, in my opinion it is a matter of time before something really bad happens.
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They haven't been involved in a major accident in recent years for all i know, but i've known they cut corners on safety. There's several reports of a couple of unreasonably hard landings, technical faults caused by bad maintenance, and, well. Their cabin crew service also appears to be lacking, both in service and in security procedures, the atmosphere and culture surrounding this airline does not seem to be adequate for the standards of aviation today, and cabin crew and overall service is usually a good indication of that. They must have had some degree of quality if they are allowed to fly in Europe and America but. I would suggest regulation authorities to re-check them as i have quite a reasonable suspicion that they might need to update their safety standards, otherwise, in my opinion it is a matter of time before something really bad happens.
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ecclestonsangel
Jeez, Noel I wouldn't be anxious to fly an airline like that, The filth is revolting! And only rude Montrealians speak just French. If you think the Parisian French are puffed up with themselves, the Quebec French are five times worse.
I could tell that was pork as soon as I saw it. It had the appearance of a hockey puck. My late mum used to cook pork like that all the time, because she was terrified one of us might get trichinosis. It was horrendous!
I recognised those people movers because they have them at Dulles. My sister and I always called them the Star Wars shuttles! Thankfully, my sister lives closer to National now, so I don't have to fly into Dulles anymore. My sister and I call Dulles the Roach Motel. You can get in, but it's next to impossible to get back out! The delays are insane!
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Jeez, Noel I wouldn't be anxious to fly an airline like that, The filth is revolting! And only rude Montrealians speak just French. If you think the Parisian French are puffed up with themselves, the Quebec French are five times worse.
I could tell that was pork as soon as I saw it. It had the appearance of a hockey puck. My late mum used to cook pork like that all the time, because she was terrified one of us might get trichinosis. It was horrendous!
I recognised those people movers because they have them at Dulles. My sister and I always called them the Star Wars shuttles! Thankfully, my sister lives closer to National now, so I don't have to fly into Dulles anymore. My sister and I call Dulles the Roach Motel. You can get in, but it's next to impossible to get back out! The delays are insane!
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nacerhi5486
ive waited years for someone to review air algerie very upset u had a bad experience but also i have to say its such bs how they treat us nationals if ur dad aint the general or someone important u wont get in regardless of how good u are the pilots and crew are all related in the sense that they come from powerful families who rob the country blind its why all our national stuff is in shambles.
my cousin tried to get in as an engineer and got shown the door they dont hide the corruption or the fact that its only their families and friends that get in they literally tell it to ur face that y will never get in unless ur family is important in the country why do u think the crew are so useless.
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ive waited years for someone to review air algerie very upset u had a bad experience but also i have to say its such bs how they treat us nationals if ur dad aint the general or someone important u wont get in regardless of how good u are the pilots and crew are all related in the sense that they come from powerful families who rob the country blind its why all our national stuff is in shambles.
my cousin tried to get in as an engineer and got shown the door they dont hide the corruption or the fact that its only their families and friends that get in they literally tell it to ur face that y will never get in unless ur family is important in the country why do u think the crew are so useless.
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noel_philips
In regards to your seat being an exit row This only applies to seats sat directly next to the door on your left/right hand side, overwing exits for example. The seat you are is what is classed as a restrictive seat therefore in an emergency you may be called upon to open the main exit on the other side of the bulkhead, but that would only be explained and discussed with you at the time of the emergency. Appears this airline places the card just to give you a heads up that it is an expectation of you in an emergency, but your not required to be spoken about this by the crew before departure as it only becomes an exit seat shall we say when a potential emergency occurs. Hope that helps!
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In regards to your seat being an exit row This only applies to seats sat directly next to the door on your left/right hand side, overwing exits for example. The seat you are is what is classed as a restrictive seat therefore in an emergency you may be called upon to open the main exit on the other side of the bulkhead, but that would only be explained and discussed with you at the time of the emergency. Appears this airline places the card just to give you a heads up that it is an expectation of you in an emergency, but your not required to be spoken about this by the crew before departure as it only becomes an exit seat shall we say when a potential emergency occurs. Hope that helps!
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Rayners-R
I'm Algerian myself and thank you for exposing the state of the airline to the world.
However my experience tells me the situation is more variable that you think, you can get absolutely filthy planes and poor service on one trip (especially these landing in Algiers) and clear planes and great service on another trip (especially for these taking off from Algiers.
The airline is well known for bad management, and while some efforts seems to be made (2 A350 and 5 A330neo are on order) way more should be done. May the airline's upper management see this video.
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I'm Algerian myself and thank you for exposing the state of the airline to the world.
However my experience tells me the situation is more variable that you think, you can get absolutely filthy planes and poor service on one trip (especially these landing in Algiers) and clear planes and great service on another trip (especially for these taking off from Algiers.
The airline is well known for bad management, and while some efforts seems to be made (2 A350 and 5 A330neo are on order) way more should be done. May the airline's upper management see this video.
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orlabuckley9641
Noel, last year for my 50th birthday I went to the US firstly Seattle but travelling from Dublin to Seattle was 400 euro more direct than Dublin to Calgary and then Calgary to Seattle and because we had a connection (my hubby and my niece) to Canada we had to get a Canadian visa even though for only a few minutes and I only discovered this the night before our flight but managed to get it and a few stressful flights later we arrived in Seattle so I'm not surprised you needed a visa in Algeria for just a connection, this is such a pain
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Noel, last year for my 50th birthday I went to the US firstly Seattle but travelling from Dublin to Seattle was 400 euro more direct than Dublin to Calgary and then Calgary to Seattle and because we had a connection (my hubby and my niece) to Canada we had to get a Canadian visa even though for only a few minutes and I only discovered this the night before our flight but managed to get it and a few stressful flights later we arrived in Seattle so I'm not surprised you needed a visa in Algeria for just a connection, this is such a pain
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longrider8265
The boarding bus’ is a hold over from the ultra modern but failed Mirabel airport built in the 80’s to replace the Dorval/YUL airport as they city had grown around the property and gave little room to expand. It was a disaster and too far from town and as is the Canadian standard - no airport train from the city. Alas, after a few forced years of operation it became clear it was a total fail. The boarding buses were then moved to YUL to help expand the capacity of the airport. I think Miarbel still is active for cargo.
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The boarding bus’ is a hold over from the ultra modern but failed Mirabel airport built in the 80’s to replace the Dorval/YUL airport as they city had grown around the property and gave little room to expand. It was a disaster and too far from town and as is the Canadian standard - no airport train from the city. Alas, after a few forced years of operation it became clear it was a total fail. The boarding buses were then moved to YUL to help expand the capacity of the airport. I think Miarbel still is active for cargo.
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Adam-om3dz
On the behalf of the Algerian people, I would like to take the time to first of all apologize to you into everybody watching this video. This company does not represent our country or our history. It is quite the opposite. We have a very beautiful rich history and culture, but unfortunately, we do not have the same for our national airline And the bright side all our airplanes will be refurbished by 2025 and we have ordered 7 A330-900Neo and 3 A350-1000 I hope you can give us another chance when we get our new airplanes.
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On the behalf of the Algerian people, I would like to take the time to first of all apologize to you into everybody watching this video. This company does not represent our country or our history. It is quite the opposite. We have a very beautiful rich history and culture, but unfortunately, we do not have the same for our national airline And the bright side all our airplanes will be refurbished by 2025 and we have ordered 7 A330-900Neo and 3 A350-1000 I hope you can give us another chance when we get our new airplanes.
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freakishuproar1168
You have a talent for keeping your complaints to yourself (well, sort of. if you ignore that you're sharing said complaints with us, I guess. ;p) and rendering them highly comedic as a result. Thus you have my absolute respect Noel for being critical the proper British way - don't make a fuss, but bemoan them harshly to your nearest and dearest - or us. I salute your polite candour as always Noel: D
_They barely know that they've got any passengers on board, let alone somebody making videos. _
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You have a talent for keeping your complaints to yourself (well, sort of. if you ignore that you're sharing said complaints with us, I guess. ;p) and rendering them highly comedic as a result. Thus you have my absolute respect Noel for being critical the proper British way - don't make a fuss, but bemoan them harshly to your nearest and dearest - or us. I salute your polite candour as always Noel: D
_They barely know that they've got any passengers on board, let alone somebody making videos. _
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fuller9x
Dirty Plane, lack of interior upkeep, where else are they cutting costs that would really affect passenger safety Call them out on it instead of backtracking. Especially if this was more expense than a more trusted carrier.
Food, you're really at the mercy of what ever the airport kitchens make, so we've had that level of food on other premium carriers and some really great surprises on el cheapo carriers.
But call me surprised that they use those airport lounge transporters in Montreal.
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Dirty Plane, lack of interior upkeep, where else are they cutting costs that would really affect passenger safety Call them out on it instead of backtracking. Especially if this was more expense than a more trusted carrier.
Food, you're really at the mercy of what ever the airport kitchens make, so we've had that level of food on other premium carriers and some really great surprises on el cheapo carriers.
But call me surprised that they use those airport lounge transporters in Montreal.
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malcolmnorton4214
Last fall I connected internationally through Houston. Not only does the USA check you in, I have Global Entry which normally is faster but now so many people have GE the lines were longer than those without. It took 1 hour 15 mins to get through to the airside of the terminal including going through a connections security check. Many places check you in these days unfortunately.
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Last fall I connected internationally through Houston. Not only does the USA check you in, I have Global Entry which normally is faster but now so many people have GE the lines were longer than those without. It took 1 hour 15 mins to get through to the airside of the terminal including going through a connections security check. Many places check you in these days unfortunately.
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flimgenco
William Howard Taft was also Governor-General of the Philippines in the early 1900’s, and enacted a policy or law or order or whatever, stating that Filipinos be treated as racial equals, rather than inferiors, which was the widespread sentiment of Americans at the time. Probably the reason why one of the capital city’s (City of Manila) main roads is named after him.
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William Howard Taft was also Governor-General of the Philippines in the early 1900’s, and enacted a policy or law or order or whatever, stating that Filipinos be treated as racial equals, rather than inferiors, which was the widespread sentiment of Americans at the time. Probably the reason why one of the capital city’s (City of Manila) main roads is named after him.
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myt763
im flying air algerie in a couple weeks as an Algerian myself. crew really is a hit or miss on some flights. you were lucky to be on one of the newer 3 a330s with the 1-2-1 business configuration with lie flat and ife. the 5 older a330s have them in 2-2-2 without ife and no lie flat. also the second Air Algerie Flight you took was on an A330 wet leased from Hi-Fly
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im flying air algerie in a couple weeks as an Algerian myself. crew really is a hit or miss on some flights. you were lucky to be on one of the newer 3 a330s with the 1-2-1 business configuration with lie flat and ife. the 5 older a330s have them in 2-2-2 without ife and no lie flat. also the second Air Algerie Flight you took was on an A330 wet leased from Hi-Fly
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jurgenhenn6288
Ha ha! This video sent me down memory lane! My very first commercial flight ever was on Air Algerie from Niamey to Algiers, back in 1992. It was a crazy experience! We encountered heavy turbulence and passengers were screaming an praying loudly. Once the weather had cleared up, the crew handed out free wine to everyone to calm them down. good times!
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Ha ha! This video sent me down memory lane! My very first commercial flight ever was on Air Algerie from Niamey to Algiers, back in 1992. It was a crazy experience! We encountered heavy turbulence and passengers were screaming an praying loudly. Once the weather had cleared up, the crew handed out free wine to everyone to calm them down. good times!
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noel_philips
Even if the crew are having a bad day, there is no excuse for poor customer service.
Not only was the service poor, the safety breeches alone should be shouted out for everyone to know.
I get your not the type of person to pull them apart but you should be putting in a full complaint about the experience of your flight
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Even if the crew are having a bad day, there is no excuse for poor customer service.
Not only was the service poor, the safety breeches alone should be shouted out for everyone to know.
I get your not the type of person to pull them apart but you should be putting in a full complaint about the experience of your flight
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goytabr
I know you only meant that the meat tasted like pork, but of course they wouldn't serve pork on an airline from a Muslim nation. To me it looked like eye round, a beef cut that I dislike because it's very dry and fibrous, though not particularly hard. Those cracks in the meat are very characteristic of eye round.
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I know you only meant that the meat tasted like pork, but of course they wouldn't serve pork on an airline from a Muslim nation. To me it looked like eye round, a beef cut that I dislike because it's very dry and fibrous, though not particularly hard. Those cracks in the meat are very characteristic of eye round.
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chakracoach2181
After showing the dusty vents, dirty wall, etc, you reviewed the amenity kit. Not sure if this was a Freudian slip after commenting on the filth, but the captioning substituted the word amenity with immunity. I had a little laugh, thinking you really needed an immunity kit when flying on Air Algerie!
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After showing the dusty vents, dirty wall, etc, you reviewed the amenity kit. Not sure if this was a Freudian slip after commenting on the filth, but the captioning substituted the word amenity with immunity. I had a little laugh, thinking you really needed an immunity kit when flying on Air Algerie!
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Collie1228
I flew on Air India on business several years ago, and it was the filthiest airplane I’ve ever seen. It was disgusting. I swore I would never get on another Air India plane again, once I safely arrived (it was Delhi to Hyderabad. How can this happen in the 21st century
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I flew on Air India on business several years ago, and it was the filthiest airplane I’ve ever seen. It was disgusting. I swore I would never get on another Air India plane again, once I safely arrived (it was Delhi to Hyderabad. How can this happen in the 21st century
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lindamoulton1560
Customer service is in the eye of the beholder. That's honestly a great point, I guess unless you can see a serious bias or lack of respect that's a good thing to keep in mind (and it makes me feel so bad for friends of mine who do work in Customer Service/Hospitality.
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Customer service is in the eye of the beholder. That's honestly a great point, I guess unless you can see a serious bias or lack of respect that's a good thing to keep in mind (and it makes me feel so bad for friends of mine who do work in Customer Service/Hospitality.
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