We were all super excited when Kenya Airways made history and launched the country’s inaugural direct flight from Kenya to the United States. However, one thing was missing… Of all those who were traveled in the KQ flight, no one shared with Kenyans the nitty gritty’s of the flight.
In case you are still feeling FOMO, don’t worry. One Vincent Ochieng AKA Captain Ozwald (on Twitter as @VinieO) today shared his experience on the Boeing 787-8 Dreamliner and guess what? His review will make you feel like you like you were in that plane as he shares with us everything that happened from the time he checked in at the Jomo Kenyatta International Airport till the minute he landed back in Nairobi.
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This world is full of surprises. I never saw this coming.
New York – Nairobi return flight on @KenyaAirways Dreamliner on Wednesday Experience
Surprise galore my friends. So here we go #KQNYCNBO pic.twitter.com/NB5dvKbZSx
— Captain Ozwald (🔥) (@VinieO) November 2, 2018
For some reason, we couldn't check in online on this flight, so we went to the airport early to do so at JFK #KQNYCNBO
— Captain Ozwald (🔥) (@VinieO) November 2, 2018
We got to the airport & to the KQ desk. The lady checking me in, tells me to wait for a minute or so as she calls her colleague. Being the African I am, i begin to panic wondering what the problem is 😫 #KQNYCNBO
— Captain Ozwald (🔥) (@VinieO) November 2, 2018
The two ladies come back and smile and say, 'Sir, you have been upgraded to Business Class.' See God. 🤣🤣🤣 #KQNYCNBO pic.twitter.com/0chwwQbtEk
— Captain Ozwald (🔥) (@VinieO) November 2, 2018
Honest feeling, is that before you leave for the airport, someone should call you that you have been upgraded, so you dress the part. You gotta look the part my friends (I didnt this time 🤣) #KQNYCNBO
— Captain Ozwald (🔥) (@VinieO) November 2, 2018
With Business, you don't need to really stress about the seat allocation/ map (remember what i shared for Economy). There's clearly a reason this is called Business Class #KQNYCNBO
— Captain Ozwald (🔥) (@VinieO) November 2, 2018
I sat across/next to these two clowns of @984inthemorning ; @Maqbuli & @Amina_Kenya best company to have on board. Couldn't have asked for anyone else. They were excellent company #KQNYCNBO pic.twitter.com/RsNAG92V9w
— Captain Ozwald (🔥) (@VinieO) November 2, 2018
Money is a good thing. To have it, is not bad. Business class reminds you of that. The things you can afford to have and pay for, with that money #KQNYCNBO
— Captain Ozwald (🔥) (@VinieO) November 2, 2018
From the minute you get into business and are all settled in, heh? Champagne galore. I was like. Is this what I have been missing? 🤣 #KQNYCNBO pic.twitter.com/IXSl3Ht1sN
— Captain Ozwald (🔥) (@VinieO) November 2, 2018
In Business, people are so composed and quiet. At some point, me and these two CLOWNS were told to try 'keep the noise down' 🤣. I felt so attacked #KQNYCNBO
— Captain Ozwald (🔥) (@VinieO) November 2, 2018
Honestly speaking, so we left Business for a minute to go make noise at the EXTREME back with the crew and other friends. We are radio people so we dont know silence #KQNYCNBO
— Captain Ozwald (🔥) (@VinieO) November 2, 2018
No need to worry about seating maps. All seats are comfy and extra leg room. If you need comfort and luxury , fly Business. As a tall man, I didn't need to worry about anything #KQNYCNBO pic.twitter.com/60bdlRXMY5
— Captain Ozwald (🔥) (@VinieO) November 2, 2018
The crew that serves Business are not the same ones that serve in Economy. It is worth pointing out and they are extra extra courteous, friendly and on point. I see why people pay for Business #KQNYCNBO
— Captain Ozwald (🔥) (@VinieO) November 2, 2018
In Business, they have truly put a huge amount of thought and energy into perfecting your experience through out. I really tried to look for anything off, just in case #KQNYCNBO
— Captain Ozwald (🔥) (@VinieO) November 2, 2018
Let me point out. NO WI-FI again on board. But an engineer on board told me, this can be changed and they are seriously looking into it, after seeing all the comments/ feedback #KQNYCNBO
— Captain Ozwald (🔥) (@VinieO) November 2, 2018
Take note. This Bag is very important. It has a clean toothbrush and toothpaste, clean black socks and ear plugs. This is only in Business Class #KQNYCNBO pic.twitter.com/wWLRvzftjV
— Captain Ozwald (🔥) (@VinieO) November 2, 2018
This was in addition to large head sets that you find, and also, the huge blankets you are given #KQNYCNBO
— Captain Ozwald (🔥) (@VinieO) November 2, 2018
This was my other highlight finding out what @ChefKiranJethwa had in store. Here you get a menu #KQNYCNBO Quiet fancy pic.twitter.com/QZTt0xplYK
— Captain Ozwald (🔥) (@VinieO) November 2, 2018
The food menu on board here was truly befitting of Business class. Thank You @ChefKiranJethwa #KQNYCNBO pic.twitter.com/wYxQrZysyt
— Captain Ozwald (🔥) (@VinieO) November 2, 2018
Delicious. Delectable. For real…..This menu was great. I see why people pay for Business #KQNYCNBO pic.twitter.com/vsjKqeRp74
— Captain Ozwald (🔥) (@VinieO) November 2, 2018
With a customized service and menus for day and night flights, these people really make sure your journey is comfortable and memorable on Business class #KQNYCNBO
— Captain Ozwald (🔥) (@VinieO) November 2, 2018
AT SOME POINT- I told the crew i cant eat any more. Its too much. I need a break to stop eating (Now I miss that food because I am back to my reality LOL….) #KQNYCNBO
— Captain Ozwald (🔥) (@VinieO) November 2, 2018
In wine there is truth and @zippoglisia would agree. The drinks menu on board and it was unlimited. Drink all you want. Keep it flowing until landing #KQNYCNBO pic.twitter.com/ba6YLAfHK7
— Captain Ozwald (🔥) (@VinieO) November 2, 2018
I still think they could do with more in flight music/ entertainment and I have said this before. If you can provide this business/ tender, go right ahead. There lies an opportunity #KQNYCNBO
— Captain Ozwald (🔥) (@VinieO) November 2, 2018
Some essentials in the washroom that come in handy on board #KQNYCNBO pic.twitter.com/LTAQFUM7t3
— Captain Ozwald (🔥) (@VinieO) November 2, 2018
No wonder people in Business get off the plane so fresh and ready for their meetings there and then. It all makes sense now #KQNYCNBO
— Captain Ozwald (🔥) (@VinieO) November 2, 2018
Reminder. Let me point out that in Business people are composed and chilled. They paid for this- quietness. Please dont go there to make noise and be loud Kenyan style #KQNYCNBO
— Captain Ozwald (🔥) (@VinieO) November 2, 2018
You can charge your phones/Gadgets all night all day #KQNYCNBO pic.twitter.com/br6dH3ks6r
— Captain Ozwald (🔥) (@VinieO) November 2, 2018
Fly Business if you can- Money is a good thing and when you have it, no need to apologize for it. Go right ahead and enjoy it #KQNYCNBO
— Captain Ozwald (🔥) (@VinieO) November 2, 2018
My last take? I am not too sure about daily flights to NYC- frequency. They could be stretching themselves far too wide/ much. It is a good plan, but for starters, maybe 3 per week and then increase if need be #KQNYCNBO
— Captain Ozwald (🔥) (@VinieO) November 2, 2018
Daily Flights to NYC is a huge ambitious plan esp on a huge plane as this. There will be seasons of much travel while others of not much travel and you dont want to fly a plane with half passengers. Not everyday will be the same #KQNYCNBO
— Captain Ozwald (🔥) (@VinieO) November 2, 2018
Whoa! What an experience right? I’m not sure whether the thread increased your fear of missing out or gave you a bit if closure but at least we now have some insight into the much celebrated flight.
Vinie pointed out that the plane has no WiFi on-board, quite a tall order for the millennial generation.
Would you survive 15 hours without an internet connection?