Six Miles Up

06/26/2026

Honolulu reef runway takeoff for this United Airlines Boeing 777-300ER airplane flying back to the mainland. I was wondering if or were in the flight deck piloting this beast out of HNL!

06/26/2026

Experience the complete departure of a United Airlines Boeing 777-300ER from Honolulu HNL Airport in Hawaii.

This video follows the aircraft as it taxis to Honolulu's famous Reef Runway, lines up for departure, accelerates down the runway, and climbs into the Hawaiian sky with the iconic Diamond Head crater visible in the background.

The Boeing 777 remains one of the world's most recognizable long-haul airliners, serving destinations across the globe with United Airlines. Watching these powerful twin-engine aircraft depart Honolulu is always a highlight for aviation enthusiasts and plane spotters alike.

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Airline: United Airlines
Aircraft: Boeing 777-300ER
Airport: Daniel K. Inouye International Airport (HNL)
Location: Honolulu, Hawaii
Filmed from: Near the Reef Runway (site not open to the general public)

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06/24/2026

Airplane window view of takeoff at Portland International Airport (PDX) onboard a United Airlines Boeing 737 MAX 9 airplane heading to San Francisco (SFO). This was an early morning departure at 5:15 am, with sunrise views over the Columbia River beside the PDX Airport.

06/24/2026

Yours truly in the worlds most powerful jet engine, the GE90 ✈️🤙🏽

06/07/2026

Days gone by: UPS MD-11 freighter aircraft parked on the ramp at Dallas Fort Worth International Airport (DFW). UPS has since retired its MD-11F fleet, accelerating its fleet modernization plans and taking a financial write-down on the aircraft, officially ending operations of the three-engine cargo jets, following the grounding of the aircraft type after a tragic crash in November 2025.

06/07/2026

A Lufthansa Airbus A340 airplane takes off at Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) on a bright sunny day when "the mountain is out," with Mount Rainier looming large in the background of the airport. SEA often has fantastic views like this in the warmer months, so be sure to look out your airplane window for planes and mountains.

05/31/2026

Japan Airlines Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner Taxiing at Honolulu Airport (HNL) | JA878

Watch a beautiful close-up view of a Japan Airlines (JAL) Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner taxiing at Daniel K. Inouye International Airport (HNL) in Honolulu, Hawaii. Filmed at Honolulu's famous Reef Runway, this stunning Dreamliner, registration JA878J, had arrived earlier in the day from Osaka, Japan and was preparing for its return journey to Tokyo Haneda Airport (HND).

The Boeing 787-9 is one of the most advanced long-haul airliners in service today, featuring improved fuel efficiency, advanced aerodynamics, and passenger comfort enhancements. At the time this video was recorded, JA878J was approximately six years old and operating on Japan Airlines' extensive international network connecting Hawaii with destinations throughout Japan.

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✈️ Airline: Japan Airlines (JAL)
✈️ Aircraft: Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner
✈️ Registration: JA878J
✈️ Airport: Honolulu International Airport (HNL)
✈️ Arrival Origin: Osaka, Japan
✈️ Departure Destination: Tokyo Haneda (HND)
✈️ Location: Honolulu, Hawaii

05/29/2026

An Envoy Air Embraer E145 (before the aircraft type was retired by Envoy). This aircraft was operating for American Eagle on a regional flight bringing passengers into the American Airlines hub at DFW Airport.

05/27/2026

Hawaiian Airlines Airbus A330 taxis out to the Reef Runway at Honolulu

05/17/2026

Alaska Airlines “Go Dawgs” E175 Takeoff in Stunning UW Huskies Livery

Watch this beautiful Alaska Airlines special livery Embraer E175 operated by Horizon Air featuring the University of Washington “Go Dawgs” design in iconic purple and gold colors.

This special “Go Dawgs” aircraft celebrates Alaska Airlines’ partnership with the University of Washington and showcases UW Huskies pride across the Pacific Northwest. The aircraft is an Embraer E175 regional jet operated by Horizon Air on behalf of Alaska Airlines.

Perfect for avgeeks, plane spotters, pilots, airline employees, aviation enthusiasts, and fans of special liveries, regional jets, and Pacific Northwest aviation.

Aircraft: Embraer E175
Operator: Horizon Air for Alaska Airlines
Special Livery: “Go Dawgs” University of Washington Huskies
Location: Portland International Airport (PDX)

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