17 Hours Non-Stop: Revisitng the Flight that Changed Aviation

Is 17 hours on a plane actually doable? ✈️ In 2018, I was aboard one of the most significant flights in aviation history: QF10 - the first-ever non-stop passenger service from London to Perth. Operating on Qantas' first ever Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner (VH-ZNA "Great Southern Land"), this route bridged the gap between the UK and Australia like never before. In this retrospective review, we revisit the experience of QF10—from the exclusive Qantas London Lounge at Heathrow to the Business Suite and the reality of ultra-long-haul dining. In this video: The Departure: Taking off from Heathrow with views of the Thames and Dover. The Seat: A deep dive into the Boeing 787-9 Business Class Suite. The Journey: How the Dreamliner’s tech handles a 14,498km non-stop flight. The Arrival: Crossing the coast at Hillarys and landing at Perth Airport. Note: This flight was a self-funded frequent flyer redemption. — 📚 Buy my books: https://www.frameandcross.com/books/ 👕 Buy cruise merch: https://chrisframeofficial.teemill.com/ 🛳️ My Maritime History Substack: https://themaritimehistorian.substack... — 🛳️ BOOK A TRIP (AUS/NZ): https://www.travelmasters.com.au/chri... From a childhood voyage on Cunard’s QE2 to becoming a leading voice in maritime history, Chris spends many days each year at sea, with a front-row seat to how the cruise industry operates. When it comes to booking his own family cruises, he turns to Travel Masters and The Travel Studio. In Chris’ words: “Their team doesn't just navigate complex, long-distance itineraries; they have even secured cabins that many major booking engines can't find. They’ve been my secret weapon for many years, providing human expertise that I’ve never seen matched. I recommend them to friends and family without hesitation.” This is an affiliate link. By using this booking referral page Chris Frame may receive a commission at no extra cost to you. — 🎥 EQUIPMENT WE USE TO MAKE VIDEOS: Camera - DJI Pocket 3: https://amzn.to/4sG6nc7 DJI Lav Mic: DJI Lavalier Mic: https://amzn.to/4klRgBA DJI Roaving Mic Transmitter: https://amzn.to/3Qji62Q Voice Over Mic: Audio Technica: https://amzn.to/4ij8myg Voice Over Mic: Apple Ear Buds These are affiliate links meaning we may receive a small commission from any sales. — 🗺️ CUSTOM CRUISE MAP: Made using AIS (satellite ship-tracking) data, The Cruise Maps show the exact route. Select your cruise, give your map a title, and we'll do the rest. Use my code "ChrisFrameOfficial" for 10% off at: https://thecruisemaps.com/chrisframeo... This is an affiliate link, meaning I may earn a small commission if you purchase through it. 🌍 THE CRUISE GLOBE: Map your own cruises at: https://www.thecruiseglobe.com/ — Join this channel to get access to perks:    / @chrisframeofficial   — #qantas #aviation #boeing787 #perth #london #travelreview #ultralonghaul #qf10