Safety videos

New Safety Video from British Airways

A good sign that we’re moving back to ‘normal’ in the travel world is the introduction of fresh airline safety videos that use a bit of wit and whimsey to get passeners to pay attention to the important safety instructions.

British Airways has a new safety video that will roll out on the carrier’s long-haul aircraft starting May 1, 2023.

The five-minute video features British Airways staff in key roles as well as as a cameo by British rapper, Little Simz, who takes off her headphones, and remarks ‘What?!’ in response to one of the instructions.

Elsewhere, a real-life farmer and two fishermen are shown inflating their life jackets.

In addition to drawing attention to the safety instructions, “we also wanted to inject some wit and showcase Britishness, and all the quirks that put us on the map by shining a light on real life people – from fishermen and chip shop workers to friends hanging out, as well as some well known faces who help put Britain on a stage,” said Calum Laming, British Airways’ Chief Customer Officer.

Take a look at the new safety video and let us know what you think.

And just for fun, here are some great airline safety videos from the past

Visit France in this new Air France Safety Video

Right about now everything – including the safety videos we’ve seen 100 times – are among the things we miss about flying.

We especially miss the fun safety videos that airlines offer up in an effort to get us to pay attention when we’re on the planes – or off.

So if France on your list of places you’ll go as soon as the coast is clear, then take a look at this new safety video out from Air France.

In it, two flight attendants lay out all the important instructions that you’ll see in any safety video, but while also visiting iconic French landmarks such as the Opéra Garnier, the gardens of the Palace of Versailles, and the sunny French Riviera. The virtual tour continues through the vineyards of Provence, past museums, a fashion show, a typical French café terrace, and along the banks of the Seine and its famous booksellers.

The safety briefing ends where you might expect: at the top of the Eiffel Tower.

See Alaska Airlines’ new safety dance & buy the airline’s holiday sweater for a good cause

Airlines aren’t messing around when they say “Wear a mask. Or else.”

So far, Delta Air Lines has banned more than 700 passengers who refuse to mask up. And Alaska Airlines has banned 219 flyers under the airline’s “No Mask, No Travel” policy.

Now, to help get their point across about masks, Alaska Airlines has a safety dance video.

Alaska Airline’s “Safety Dance” video was directed by Warren Fu. He’s known for his work with artists such as Dua Lipa, The Weeknd, Daft Punk. and HAIM. The video was choreographed by Anna Matuszewski, who is known for her work with Macklemore.

Even better, the people dancing in the video are real Alaska Airlines employees.

Buy an ugly Alaska Airlines holiday sweater for a good cause

For the past few years, anyone wearing a holiday sweater was treated to priority boarding on Alaska Airlines flights on National Ugly Sweater Day.

National Ugly Sweater Day is December 18th this year. But Alaska Airlines won’t be offering early boarding for holiday sweater-wearers due to social distancing guidelines.

Instead, Alaska Airlines is inviting sweater fans to purchase their own Alaska Airlines-branded ugly sweater for $30 each, with the proceeds going to provide holiday meals for those in need.

Funds will be donated to United Way’s Ride United Last-Mile Delivery initiative, which partners local United Ways with DoorDash and its “Dashers” (drivers) to deliver food from local food banks, food pantries and other distribution points to senior citizens, low income families and those who can’t leave home.

The sweaters are for sale on Alaska Airlines’ company store website, where you’ll also find fun gifts such as Luly Yang socks and holiday ornaments, such as tiny little ugly sweaters.

Watch Air New Zealand’s new domestic safety video

Oh what we’d give to be on an airplane watching a safety video right now.

Better yet, one of the charming and quirky safety videos that Air New Zealand puts together.

With borders closed due to COVID-19, most long-haul flights to and from New Zealand have been grounded and international visitors are staying home.

So Air New Zealand teamed up with Tourism New Zealand for this new safety video being shown now on domestic flights.

In the video we see various destinations across New Zealand vying to be named the 8th Wonder of the World.  And, of course, we see the important safety instructions for flyers.

“The video assists in supporting the recovery of international tourism once borders reopen, ” says Air New Zealand Chief Customer and Sales Officer Leanne Geraghty. “We know the decision-making process for visitors to come to New Zealand will be different into the future – so we need to be building the appeal and desire now in international markets in anticipation of borders reopening. It’s important to keep New Zealand as a visitor destination top of mind.” 

Take a look and let us know what you think. We’ve also added some of our favorite ANZ safety videos and TV commercials from the past.

Qantas has a fun new safety video

Qantas Airways is celebrating its 100th anniversary with some classic throwback action.

First up is this new in-flight safety video featuring ‘80s mullets, ‘70s moustaches, 1940s flying boats and 1920s propeller aircraft.

The safety video briefing features modern-day Qantas crew members in carefully recreated historical settings onboard aircraft and in airport terminals.

Qantas has also put together an exhibition showcasing the past, present and future of the airline, with artifacts, life-sized replicas and interactive installations.

The exhibition will be touring Australia for the next year, but here are a couple of highlights that seem pretty cool.

This is a replica of a Qantas 747 First Class Lounge from the 1970s.

Qantas original B747 1970s Lounge

And this is one of the scrapbooks that belonged to Qantas co-founder Fergus McMaster.