What Happened To Oman Air Business Class?😩
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Airline: Oman Air, WY
Aircraft: Boeing 787-9
Aircraft registration: A4O-SH
Flight date: October 2023
Route: Muscat - Bangkok
Flight numbers: WY815
Seat: 14K
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Timestamps:
00:00 Why Some Middle Eastern Airlines Are Confused
01:19 Muscat International Airport + Oman Air Business Class Lounge
02:10 The Story of My First Trip on Oman Air
04:02 Oman Air Boeing 787-9 Seat Map
05:02 Oman Air 787-9 Business Class Cabin
05:50 Oman Air 787-9 Business Class Seat (Apex Suite)
07:00 Oman Air Business Class Pre-Departure Service
07:19 Departing from Muscat
08:49 Oman Air Business Class Menu + Ordering Food
09:36 Oman Air Business Class Meal Service
10:58 Oman Air Onboard Service
11:35 Awesome Oman Air Lavatory!
11:55 No Amenity Kits
12:20 Oman Air Business Class Bed
13:01 Oman Air Wifi + Entertainment
13:51 So What Happened to Oman Air?
About Oman Air (from Wikipedia):
Oman Air (Arabic: الطيران العماني) is the legacy airline (flag carrier) of the Sultanate of Oman. Based at Muscat International Airport in Seeb, Muscat, it operates domestic and international passenger services, as well as regional air taxi and charter flights.
About Boeing 787 (from Wikipedia):
The Boeing 787 Dreamliner is an American wide-body jet airliner developed and manufactured by Boeing Commercial Airplanes. After dropping its unconventional Sonic Cruiser project, Boeing announced the conventional 7E7 on January 29, 2003, which focused largely on efficiency. The program was launched on April 26, 2004, with an order for 50 aircraft from All Nippon Airways (ANA), targeting a 2008 introduction. On July 8, 2007, a prototype 787 was rolled out without major operating systems, and then the aircraft experienced multiple delays until its maiden flight on December 15, 2009. Type certification was received in August 2011 and the first 787-8 was delivered in September 2011 before entering commercial service on October 26, 2011, with ANA.
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Have you ever flown Kenya Airways? Just curious.
It’s quite obvious the Omani government grew weary of funding Oman Air’s losses and now the airline is in extreme cost cutting mode. Service and quality of food is down, and yet fares are so high that most of the time they’re not competitive. The airline currently under temporary management after firing most of the old regime and being run by a committee.
Airlines are next to their cities the lifeline of middle east countries. So they always try to top eachother.
Flew the same route but started in London.
Huge contrast between the London-Oman route and the Oman-Bangkok one.
The former had some of the best crew we’ve ever had. The latter, not so much.
The food and seats were also vastly different. Seems they reserve the best for the more profitable route.
I think its just typical mid east racism in favor of Europe
Hmm that makes sense. The most experience crew probably bid for London!
This happen frequently with middle eastern airlines. They use the South East Asian customer to funnel traffic to their hubs but treat that customer as an after product. So many other reviewers have encountered shocking flights from Bangkok, to Mumbai, to Vietnam and in between.
@@NonstopDanno Dan, they bid for BKK. The answer is there is no proper standardization of service. Imported QR lady failed miserably….
NONSTOP DAN OBLITERATING THOSE TOILETS
We did not need this comment😭
I like Oman as unlike many of the Gulf countries it doesn't try to be something it isn't.The spikey mountains around Muscat are amazing for an urban environment.
Love your videos Dan!! You are the sole reason why aviation is one of my biggest obsessions 😂
That's amazing - thank you🥺
Same!
I agree with Dan, Oman's airport is my favourite airport in the middle east as well. Its vibes are grand but yet soothing and comfortable, washrooms are always clean, the signs aren't confusing and easy to navigate and the staff are friendly. Imo, It is way better than Qatar's HIA airport which is a huge mess to navigate around and the staff can be a hit or miss.
I found Doha aurport to be pure chaos. So many people everytime I went there. There was never enough seating for people. Felt stressed just walking there. I love Qatar Airways their cabins and food alot though.
DOH can be a catastrophe, especially if you are transiting during the rush hour around midnight, and have the pleasure of getting remote stands for both the incoming and outgoing flights. The interminable sighteeing tour around the airport can be a nightmare, complete with traffic jams, traffic lights, alternating one-way travel on single lane roads, luggage trains without proper lighting chugging along at a snail's pace, etc. Then the packed terminal has all the charm of a US inner city high school assembly hall on a really bad day. The pointless security checkpoint for transfer passengers is a disaster zone, and so forth, and so forth. And Qatar's Q-suites are overrated, in my opinion. I'll take Oman Air's business class seats any day.
Really enjoy watching your flight videos Dan. I currently live in Muscat and have not used Oman Air for some years now. Since BA have seemingly given up their direct flights from MCT to LHR Oman Air have been charging like a raging bull for business class seats on this route. My allegiance is now firmly with Emirates even though this involves travelling via DXB. I find the Emirates A380 hard product and superior cabin service more than makes up for the inconvenience of a slightly longer trip. My preferred seat is also 25K! 😀
Always the best aviation reviews
Hi from Qatar! The potato chips are actually Oman Chips which is a very very popular chips brand in the Gulf region.
excellent job as always. looking forward to seeing you flight ITA Airways' A330neo!
I love Oman, I´ve been there 3 times. Sadly I only flew economy class on Oman Air but I remember being quite impressed. Great video as usual, Dan!
Great review once again!! Keep up the great work Nonstop Dan!!
Amazing video Dan! I love your content! ❤
As always your honest appraisal is appreciated. So sad that the crew didn’t seem to understand that civility is paramount to superior experiences. It’s a shame the food was sparse and mediocre.
100% agree Dan, I also flew from Paris via Muscat to Bangkok in Business class and the crew are extremely inconsistent. I note they were absolutely wonderful on my return however.
Hey Dan! I’m in Charleston, SC and live suuuuuper close to the Boeing plant. Have you contacted them in regards to possibly getting a tour and seeing how the 787’s are constructed? Idk if you’d be able to necessarily film a *ton* of content, but the process is incredibly fascinating and I think you’d love a tour of the plant regardless. I see these planes while getting their final touches before being delivered and quite truly quite something.
You should fly Korean air next time. I flew their 747-8 on the upper deck from Seoul to Los Angeles (highly recommend row 18, you have 5 windows all to yourself). The lounge was spacious and not crowded, seat was also an apex suite but with more privacy. Food was great too!
Love the cabin interior color choice, and the frequent flyer “Sinbad” miles
Amazing content as always.
The hard product never makes up for fails like this in the soft product, especially crew indifference in a premium cabin. I hope Oman Air sees this.
No US airline could use this seat, half the passengers wouldn’t be able to get into the window seats lol
u ligit inspire me to make vids u are the best ngl
hey, if outdated is comfy, we like outdated 😆
I've always enjoyed Oman's economy class
Great review! Enjoy Chiang Mai!
I have sat at your seat and the one in the middle; comparing both I prefer the seat in the middle tho 😅 It's unfortunate that the service has gone down but Oman Air is my first time experiencing Business Class....so Oman Air will always have a special place in my heart!
the amenity kits are given but u have to ask for it but if you are flying it at night it is given even on the 1 hour flights and in economy
My partner and I flew a Qatar business class flight on an Oman A330 that had been wet leased. Completely agree with your video, the seat is amazing especially in the bed mode.
Mom just did Chennai-Cairo return via Muscat on Oman Air. I had suggested it to her after all the reviews on the internet (albeit focusing on Business Class).
She said it was really not worth it, with terrible service, even getting a glass of water was a challenge, and the food was mediocre in Economy and the portions abysmal (and she really doesn't eat too much). Dunno if it's discrimination thing some Airlines have against Indians or what, but overall seemed quite different from the Avgeek UA-cam.
fellow tamilian?!
Honestly, several gulf airlines have a terrible economy class. Emirates is the worst scam of them all. They have shiny first class and business class seats (Emirates business class is shit though), but the general population in economy is seen as scum, I guess.
it could possibly be the route. i saw another comment saying that the service was excellent from point x to x, but was ‘terrible’ from point y to y. i honestly forgot the locations, but it does seem that they reserve their best service for popular/profitable routes.
That's unfortunate! I suspect she also got their worst planes on those routes😩
3rd world countries get 3rd world sevice. why are you surprised?
lesss go i was waiting for this
Have an amazing weekend. Fly safe. Cheers.
Number 1 for 3 times in a row. Gr8 vid.
Hi Dan, your experience contrasts markedly with my recent flights on Oman Air. I recently flew KL to LHR via Oman, returning CDG to KL. On all 4 flights service was top level and food sublime, perhaps it was the crew on your flight, Im also not a vegetarian so didnthave the same issues as you on food selection. Theyve also just reinstated the amenity kits with an awesome selection of Amouge product. I must say Oman Air Apex suite FTW!
I absolutely adore Oman and Oman Air. The Muscat airport feels like my second home
Dan you are too good! Big fan of your channel 🙂
I flew Oman Business Class last year KL - Muscat - Heathrow and the return trip a month later. I found the crew on all flights friendly and attentive and the meals enjoyable. I got amenity kits and pj's on an overnight flight. The seat is great especially the window seat, though I found the aisle seat too exposed.
I also found the entertainment lacking and disappointing.
I love nonstop dan
I always enjoy your honest reviews of airline’s Dan, so thanks once again 👌
I feel like amenity kits will gradually be dropped by most airlines....
CONGRATS ON BOEING 787K SUBS
1:03 didn't expect Oman Air to be parked right next to a FlyArystan lowcost airline plane
We flew with Oman economy in 2017. The IFE and food was mediocre, and the only good thing was the 34in seat pitch. Muscat airport was nice enough apart from the toilets where the cubicle floors were full of water.
Hey, it might be interesting if you reviewed Qantas considering the crisis they are going through at the moment, but obviously I’m not charge of your money and you probably have plans. Nice video
yayy new vid!!
Love your videos, Dan ~ appreciate the efforts you put into your content.
My wife and I are traveling to Oman next year from Australia. Would you recommend traveling to Oman in light of the conflict in Israel and the possibility it expands into a broader conflict across the Middle East?
Yes, Oman will absolutely continue to be safe and I highly recommend a visit!
Can't wait to use my AAdvantage Miles for a Business Class flight in Oman Air next year
They’re still missing a lot of connections…. I guess that’s part of the “boutique” ethos
Happy 787K subs!!
My Fav Business Class without doubt is Oman Air
Beautiful video. Hope you feels better 😅
The snack is called Chips Oman its a very popular snack in the Middle East :D
Can we have a more updated British Airways Review?
Btw amenity kit is given per request but on the way back it is given to everyone.
Oman air have the most wonderful and courteous cabin crew
OMG BABY DAN 😍😍 you Were Wide eyed 😂😂 you look like TEN in the older video
Really like your honest reviews and your attention for detail. You are expecting full premium in premium cabins and that's a valid point. For me personally, the comfort of the seat is most important. If I can get a lie flat seat for a decent price and the service isn't top notch, I honestly don't care. If the food is edible and the quality isn't worse than what you get in a decent restaurant, that's fine for me too. Don't need all the bells and whistles, just like to get to my destination comfortably. Heck they could even serve me the economy meal in business if the price is right and I wouldn't care much since I prefer to eat before the flight anyways.
787K subscribers, a perfect match of the 787 featured in this video.
Cool video !
Flew them i. September. Got a lovely amenity kit
Their website failed us when we booked business to Muscat; we were allowed a free change when booking, but when we tried they wanted 500E each, and no way round it, despite complaints.
Can you try Royal Brunei Airlines 🙏 brunei is a country in Asia
Bro had food poisoning and drank 5kgs of caffeine on the flight 💀💀
Can u review fits air and srilankan airlines
Your Partner has GORGEOUS eyes
Dan I was on this exact flight last month what day did u fly?
Wahh, the trash pedal in the bathroom 😭 whyyy don’t all planes have this 😂
Amazingly, Oman Air is 3-4 years away from turning a profit. Compare with the likes of Singapore and Qatar that are already making record profits. But I'd consider using it between Lkmfon and Muscat. Operational efficiency looks good.
No desert? That's my favorite part..
With the lackluster service, did you notice if this was cabin-wide or with just you?
Cabin-wide by the looks of it!
I flew from Sweden to Thailand on Oman air business class earlier this year, and I found it to be great a extremely great value for money. I did the same trip on Finnair just a few weeks ago and the experience was all in all better on Oman air.
I will opt for Oman air on future travel,
Does Oman Air serve any airport in Sweden?!?
@@johanrebel SAS to CDG and Oman from there.
And No problems w. Connections ect ? Im planning to do the same out of CPH. But with our family of four. But is a bit hesitant due to “fear” of eventual delays and 2 stops 😅
@@lausravnsted5116 On the way back I had a stop in Frankfurt and that airport is huuuge - and I had to take the train between terminals. Never made it to the lounge on that stop.
Otherwise it was smooth sailing.
The stop in Oman is great, the airport is not that huge and well laid out, and the lounge is great.
I kind of prefer to break up the long leg of the trip into two flights with a bit of a legstretch in between.
@@lausravnsted5116 I've done that a number of times when FRA-MCT was still a morning flight. That entailed taking the first LH (not SK, thank God) flight from CPH, with a connection time of about 2 hrs. Doable, but very tight if you get a remote stand on arrival; take a bus tour of just about the entire airport; end up at Terminal 1; and have you make your way from there to a D or E gate in Terminal 2. Lots of fun when the Skyline is out of service.
WY116 is now an evening flight (much to my regret, I prefer day flights), so there are several flights from CPH that will arrive early enough to give you plenty of time for your connection. WY116 also almost always departs FRA late. The schedule is well padded, though, so unless it leaves very late, it will make up for lost time and arrive on schedule, or even early. On the rare occasions that it does leave FRA on schedule, you may find yourself arriving at MCT almost an hour early.
At MCT, Oman Air will keep outgoing flights waiting if there are enough connecting passengers arriving on a delayed inbound aircraft. The other week I flew to MUC, and that flight as well as ones to FRA and CDG were kept waiting for up to an hour for connecting passengers arriving on a late flight from HKT. Ended up arriving at MUC late (making up for lost time on westbound flights is hard given the jetstream), and I then had to make my way from Terminal 1 to the Terminal 2 Satellite (J,K & L gates). That took an hour, despite the fact that Lufthansa provided a shuttle bus for transfer pax departing directly from my arrival gate. I made it with time to spare, but not much. If, however, I had chosen to fly via FRA or CDG, I most likely would not have made my connection.
787 subcount incomming, you earned it :)
Oman Air Have A Great Business Class Product,My Opinion.Great Trip Report
@non stop Dan- We would love to check out the current status of Air India and Air India Express. Please travel and we would like to see more of your Indian reviews
I used to consider them on my way to Thailand but they've vanished off of Aeroplan for points redemptions.
looked pretty good to me
02:15 Dan, when I have problems with my stomach because of a different menu in other countries, I always take some probiotic.
Hi Dan
Just flew Oman business from Munich to Muscat and I can agree with your review 50%
The first flight was perfect, crew greeted me by name and the amenity kit is nice as was the food.
But on my day flight back to Munich I could copy your experience a 100%.
For me it totally depends on the crew and their mood if business feels like it or lacks the experience.
Thanks for sharing your trips.
By the way I loved staying in Oman😊
Oh Man, what a review!
*Seal of Saturn*
on seat backs!
I remember back in 2005, Oman Air had to be one of the nicest flights to fly out of Lucknow to Muscat. Great staff, amazing service and I'll fondly remember my family and I being upgraded to business class as they couldn't get a bassinet seat for my little brother. My first flight ever and so glad it was with them.
I hope more airlines add mattress toppers and other amenities for business class as they get rid of first class
U should try BA again
Omanair didn’t hire Quatar airways cabin crew trainer.
Instead Quatar Airways hired omanair crew (wet leased) and leased omanair aircrafts.
So disappointing when the soft product is so bad. The seat great, but food and service is so important
Am I wrong or did the lettuce(?) in the replacement appetizer look...less than satisfying either, like parts didn't even look green and I'm not sure if that's cause they were more purple for example or were wilting...(I should note I probably should eat lettuce more so I don't come off ill-informed lol)
With Dan's Aztec 2-Step, I would NOT want to be the unfortunate soul who uses the lavatory immediately after him 🤢🚽
Can’t believe I’m this early! Love your videos Dan :)
Aw thanks for watching so early!
Gentleman dan❤
Such a disappointment. I booked 2 business class seats on Oman Air earlier this year from CDG to BKK via MCT based on NSD's review and was delighted with the hard & soft product as well as the fare price. They are still great value and the cheapest best value gulf airline. During a recent promotion the price of a business class fare to Perth , Australia via Muscat & KL from Paris CDG was only €1317 flying on the 787-9, A330-300 & 737-8 (Malaysia Airlines).
YOU HAVE 787k SUBSCRIBERS!!! It's a sign lol
Emirates, Etihad, Qatar Airways, Gulf Air, Saudia, Oman Air, Kuwait Airways, Royal Jordanian and upcoming Riyadh Air will be rocks the Gulf
Guys, he's done it. he's hit 787K subs.
Go on Kuwait airways 777 or a330
Could you make a fair comparison of egyptair on their b787 😢😅
I’m flying to Kenya tomorrow. Inspired by Non Stop Dan Let’s get to 787k subs!
I love your vids I learn a lot from you BUT I know you travel a lot BUT please be careful as to much is going on in the area's you travel in, so BE SAFE!!
Don't worry Oman is a very safe stable country located around 1500 miles from the Israeli Palestinian conflict. This is much further than somewhere like the UK is from Ukraine!
@@Zeus-sz6it And lot of Coop Oman and UK have also
@@MrPh30 Yeah Massive UK military base there
Thank you - yes, safety first!
Dunno if you'll see this but im curious - are you able to expense the flight costs as a business expense? What about travel to/from airports? I would imagine if your business is about reviewing flights, the tax man has to allow it?
@@chloekpearl it's this thing called curiosity? Ever heard of it? Why do you care why I care about this?
no amenity kits in Business Class anymore or I missed something?