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Etihad A380 First Class Apartment - World’s Best?

Sam Chui
2023 ж. 11 Там.
1 346 111 Рет қаралды
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The king of the skies - A380 is back at Etihad. I sampled some of the finest First Class premium experiences onboard Etihad A380 from London to Abu Dhabi.
Etihad A380s were grounded and stored in Teruel, Spain. Earlier this year, the airline made an announcement that 4 of its A380 will be returning to service flying between London and Abu Dhabi. The Captain gave a thorough briefing of the flight and how the crew has to re-qualify to fly on the A380. Enjoy the takeoff footage from the cockpit.
Etihad has 9 First Class apartments in unique seating configurations. The best seat is window seat 4A and 4K with forward facing. During the flight, I sampled their First Class offerings of pajamas, amenities, food, and beverage including caviar and steak cooked to my liking. The ottoman can be converted into a flatbed while you still have space. This unconventional design makes the Etihad First Class apartment stand out. I was even offered a shower at 39,000 feet.
Before landing, I have an opportunity to visit The Residence which is a 3-room suite with your own living room, bathroom and bedroom. After the flight, I gave my full verdict on Etihad A380 First Class.

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  • Nice to see the A380 is back in the game!

    @qwentuki1022@qwentuki10229 ай бұрын

    • Hell ya

      @theplanechannelN863GT@theplanechannelN863GT9 ай бұрын

    • It’s not a game

      @Adamzaouali13@Adamzaouali139 ай бұрын

    • @@Adamzaouali13 lol

      @theplanechannelN863GT@theplanechannelN863GT9 ай бұрын

    • Yeaaaaa

      @AviationXplore@AviationXplore9 ай бұрын

    • They never left

      @therealbukhari@therealbukhari9 ай бұрын

  • Hi Sam, This is Raja from Hyderabad,India. Whenever we see your aviation videos, we feel like we are flying with you and experience everything along with you. You are a person who is very humble and honest. Though we cannot afford to fly in a Business Class or on a First Class in the flights, we visualize through your experience and share it with family & friends. My wife is a huge admirer of you and shared her Best Wishes and Regards to You and your family members. We always love you, Sam.

    @rajaguthi8833@rajaguthi88339 ай бұрын

    • Sir, your the co-pilot of A380 in this video right. Wow good to see sir, I'm From Andhrapradesh iam a student pilot. ❤

      @birdeyepilot@birdeyepilot9 ай бұрын

    • Oh l'm also pilot I'm working at korean air

      @BiologicallySMG@BiologicallySMG9 ай бұрын

    • Insta id kay hai sir

      @Rahul-hd2dc@Rahul-hd2dc9 ай бұрын

    • @@Rahul-hd2dc lovely_transporter

      @birdeyepilot@birdeyepilot9 ай бұрын

    • Thank you Raja, you've been very kind.

      @SamChui@SamChui9 ай бұрын

  • The Go Pro video in the cockpit was amazing. The pilots from the back, from the front, looking down on them from in front, and views out the front windows. I’ve never seen anything like it in aviation videos.

    @42784rgb@42784rgb8 ай бұрын

    • Me too!! I was wondering what can of camera it was. That was 🔥🔥

      @AnitaTryn@AnitaTryn5 ай бұрын

  • I love that you say you no longer do reviews. I agree, there are enough of those u-tubers out there often doing very negative and antagonistic reviews. Your videos are different, documentary in style and show you having really nice interactions with the cabin crew and pilots because they trust you and they know you are not going to criticise them. Keep up this positive friendly approach, it's such a joy to watch. :)

    @christopherb1823@christopherb18239 ай бұрын

    • Thank you for your comment. I decided no longer do review as I want to present it as a travel show, with a focus on more behind the scenes and I chose to present it fairly and constructively if any criticism.

      @SamChui@SamChui9 ай бұрын

  • The A380 is a luxury spaceship! What a wonderful video, thanks to Ethiad for letting us all in on the experience!

    @kdrangej@kdrangej9 ай бұрын

    • It really isn't a spaceship.

      @mitchellleyshan@mitchellleyshan3 ай бұрын

  • The 747 was always known as the queen of the skies. The A380, for me on the other hand is the king of the skies. The sheer presence, the flying nature truly makes it the best the industry has ever seen. It’s a monumental moment to see the ethiad a380 return to service and looking forward to flying it soon. Thanks sam for the lovely video as always, cheers

    @DiabloZGaminG@DiabloZGaminG9 ай бұрын

  • 4:46 "May I know if you like to shower with us"! Damn Jesus! make my jaw drop. Oh my dirty mind 🤣

    @CrownlessClown@CrownlessClown4 ай бұрын

    • Heard same..you never know he might had the shower😅😅

      @amarsingh9973@amarsingh99733 ай бұрын

    • 😂 beautiful stewardesses also lol

      @Legofromthelowerlands020@Legofromthelowerlands02011 күн бұрын

  • Love the cockpit views! I could only dream to fly first class on the A380! Wow!

    @sugarpoultry@sugarpoultry9 ай бұрын

    • Yeah

      @AviationXplore@AviationXplore9 ай бұрын

  • I have not flown in first on Etihad's A380, but I have flown in business class on their A380. I loved it. Very comforable and quiet, with great Etihad service. Etihad is usually my airline of choice for flights between Asia and the UK.

    @HealthyMindProject@HealthyMindProject9 ай бұрын

    • Better try QSuite, much much better than etihad and emirates

      @exjock4foodie@exjock4foodie9 ай бұрын

    • @@exjock4foodie Not "much much" better cuz they are all amazing but ye Qsuites are better but with Qatar since they have A380s, A350s, B777s and B787s for long haul, in the past at least the plane swaps meant that from time to time you could book expecting Qsuites and not get it. With emirates especially that is not an issue.

      @TheArizus@TheArizus9 ай бұрын

    • I usually fly Emirates. Whenever I fly i get to got on the A380. I love emirates

      @Michael-uv7hx@Michael-uv7hx9 ай бұрын

  • Such an experience!!! It was incredible to see the landing and take-off view from the cockpit, had never seen this before. A380 is a forever love.

    @akshatapatil6763@akshatapatil67639 ай бұрын

  • The view from inside the cockpit during takeoff is just amazing!!!

    @josephtshimbalanga6241@josephtshimbalanga62419 ай бұрын

    • Fantastic job on the takeoff roll footage Sam and team, would like more of this. Great editing all around as usual.

      @Innerbrave@Innerbrave9 ай бұрын

  • I really like your idea of ''flight experience''. I think that the most common purpose of watching flight reviews is to feel the flight. Thank you for all of your efforts for all your videos!!

    @avgeek_channel@avgeek_channel9 ай бұрын

  • It's amazing to see the extent of professionalism from management, maintenance, the cockpit, to the crew take in their airline. Definitely an experience! Thank you for sharing.

    @jefesman@jefesman9 ай бұрын

  • Sam, you've truly taken us on an extraordinary journey through the skies with this Etihad A380 adventure! From grounded to grace, the resurgence of these A380s is a triumphant tale. Your firsthand experience of the First Class indulgence, the cockpit thrill, and even a shower at cruising altitude has left us all in awe. As the A380 soars once again, you've captured its majesty and luxury impeccably. Bravo to you and Etihad for showcasing aviation opulence like never before! 👏✈

    @visitcity.travel@visitcity.travel9 ай бұрын

  • Sam is still hands down the best airline experience show on youtube. the others, all they really do is tell you how their flight went.

    @pad9x@pad9x9 ай бұрын

  • Your videos make me happy. It’s like I am also travelling and flying with you and I just remember all the good memories when I travelled before.

    @cyrilbarcelon7033@cyrilbarcelon70332 күн бұрын

  • This is the best review/experience video so far coz of the extra features such as the camera in the cockpit. This is like you said, being immersed with the experience with you and not just watching a review. Fantastic. Well done Sam! 👏 🌟👌

    @deanjustinreeve@deanjustinreeve8 ай бұрын

  • Sam, as always, your reporting is absolutely first class.

    @moritzcruz-patzig4338@moritzcruz-patzig43388 ай бұрын

  • The amount of access that you have to the cockpit are amazing and make your videos so special. You are truly a master of travel videos.

    @OnThaMove@OnThaMove9 ай бұрын

  • what i like about your vlogs over others, is that you take the time to interact with all the crew, some of the other Vlogers seem to not take the time with the crew, thanks for spending the time to make your vlogs truly the best out here.

    @VanessaMorris@VanessaMorris9 ай бұрын

  • Thank you for the wonderful insight from the cockpit! I remember watching on a live planespotting show this plane arriving into London with the flags out to celebrate which was so special to see!!

    @jenlau5207@jenlau52079 ай бұрын

  • Spot on attitude about review videos. Your videos are another class Sam, living the experience. And the cockpit access, just amazing. 🛫

    @macl4ren@macl4ren8 ай бұрын

  • Sam I want to tell you one big reason I love to watch your videos is because of the behind the scene look at what really goes on. Keep it up with you I can travel the world and fly in luxury from home. Thank you ❤

    @munchie3310@munchie33109 ай бұрын

  • I'm so so happy about A380s revival across the aviation sector. Especially my favourite airlines. I have to admit, I have never been in Etihad Residence and was really disappointed when it was discontinued during COVID. Sigh, just happy it's all back and I now have a chance to travel in the residence 👍☺️ Thanks for sharing Sam, loved it!

    @TheTraffic247@TheTraffic2479 ай бұрын

  • The transition from flight reviews to flight experiences/adventures is a smart business move on your part. There are too many avgeeks doing them at this point. The only other components you could add are destination sightseeing, accommodations and ground transportation. Otherwise, you're on the right track, Sam.

    @lrg3834@lrg38349 ай бұрын

  • Wow. The video is awesome. This crew is amazing. Thx for producing this experience.

    @REDTEAMLAW@REDTEAMLAWАй бұрын

  • Thanks for taking us along your first class experience. I used to travel a lot and miss the first class flights. The Etihad service and amenities are truly exceptional.

    @sfneurosurgeon@sfneurosurgeon6 ай бұрын

  • SPOT ON with going with the experience...it's what I look for in your posts.

    @greyhairsoft@greyhairsoft9 ай бұрын

  • Amazing footage from cockpit, never fails to amaze me. Thank you

    @janicecrookston2199@janicecrookston21999 ай бұрын

  • Another amazing vlog. The view from inside the cockpit during takeoff is just amazing!!! ❤❤❤

    @KonnexAviation@KonnexAviation9 ай бұрын

  • We love the travel experience vlogs! You don't always necessarily need to review everything. Keep up the good work Sam!

    @ebenezeragbozo@ebenezeragbozo9 ай бұрын

    • Thank you!

      @SamChui@SamChui9 ай бұрын

  • Great video Sam thanks for always sharing your experience with us 👍🏽

    @_Mercy101@_Mercy1019 ай бұрын

  • the camera inside the cockpit for take off is so cool Sam, thanks, great to see that.

    @adamschinaski7098@adamschinaski70988 ай бұрын

  • Sam, you are the King of aviation experience videos. Thanks a bunch.

    @Habs8691@Habs86919 ай бұрын

  • Thanks Sam and good idea you stop doing reviews. Each experience is unique and your value added is to share special experiences. Keep up the good work. I like the shower and the caviar as superb products on this flight.

    @enjoypladecorrals@enjoypladecorrals9 ай бұрын

  • I love the experience you show on your videos Sam, keep it up¡¡

    @cristian.c.duarte@cristian.c.duarte9 ай бұрын

  • Sam, we need your reviews. You are constantly on the go and it is a great help to us that you are constantly watching out for us.

    @RobertDooley-sl7cp@RobertDooley-sl7cp9 ай бұрын

  • This is a great video. Thanks for sharing. It's not always one sees this kind of content in aviation videos. Job well done. That first-class experience is definitely a must, not to mention the residence. This whole experience takes flying to another level

    @zinhlecindi9121@zinhlecindi91215 ай бұрын

  • Excellent video, so glad to see the A380 back. I'm currently in London and saw so many A380s at LHR last days, it's a blast! On a side note, there are sadly 4 airlines that retired the A380, as Hi Fly also retired it

    @gert-janvannorden2313@gert-janvannorden23139 ай бұрын

  • Some of the best experiences you provide!

    @leonardorivera2324@leonardorivera23248 ай бұрын

  • Love this video and the new way of doing things. It seems like when folks do travel reviews, they're all about pointing out what "they" thought was wrong with the experience. In this case, you are showcasing what's great about flying on whatever airline/equipment. Love that and the positive attitude that goes with those kinds of videos. Travel is never easy and certainly crossing timezones can be difficult. The fact is, safety and getting passengers from point A to point B is the job. Anything above and beyond, such as a great meal or cabin service is just a huge bonus, unless maybe if you have paid for a 1st Class long haul ticket.

    @bryanward3327@bryanward33278 ай бұрын

  • Excellent work Sam, your videos are so enjoyable and your gusto for air travel is contagious. Thank you for such great content. Saludos from Mexico

    @JoelMSimental@JoelMSimental9 ай бұрын

  • I still love the cockpit perspective! Please more!

    @sbg8666@sbg86669 ай бұрын

  • Amazing plane. Amazing cockpit´s views!

    @fbdm75@fbdm758 ай бұрын

  • Dear Sam, genuinely I liked your perspective on review. Certainly mere one flight experience can't make or break impression/image of the whole airlines! Kudos to your minute details. It is sheer delight to an aviation geek. Wishing you many more milestones achieved in your journeys. God Bless you

    @divinedestination8099@divinedestination80999 ай бұрын

    • Thanks for your comment. Really appreciated that you agree with my perspective.

      @SamChui@SamChui9 ай бұрын

  • The cockpit cam was great. Enjoyed seeing the landing from the pilots viewpoint.

    @rtshort@rtshort9 ай бұрын

  • Loved the experience Sam! Top notch as always.

    @skoorb5409@skoorb54099 ай бұрын

  • I had the chance to get a first class ticket through American Airlines points before COVID. The experience from Abu Dhabi was insane. From personal check in counter in a separate area in the airport, to escort through special security and on to the first class lounge, it was fantastic. I am not sure if it has changed, but from a haircut while in the lounge to ordering a custom meal from the chefs and the ultimate cigar, cognac and whiskey room within the lounge, it was one to remember. I do hope it is still as great. The flight was brilliant and definitely would fly again.

    @lespullen1592@lespullen15928 ай бұрын

  • Finally. The Legend is back. (I’m talking about you) And also I’m so glad to see all flight attendants are no longer wearing masks here. Coz last July2023 I flew JAL (conmecting flights) from Jakarta to Narita and to San Fransisco they were still wearing masks.

    @riopianist@riopianist9 ай бұрын

  • Thank you for Go Pro peek in the cockpit. So so cool. Yes, this is not a review but certainly an experience!

    @anniechang2808@anniechang28089 ай бұрын

  • Love you Sam. Will always support you.

    @EvasBOTS@EvasBOTS4 ай бұрын

  • Sam loved the cockpit view during takeoff. It really adds realism to your videos. Please add more of that if you can where allowed! As always, t hanks for the great videos. Big Smile my friend🙂

    @OkFine1999@OkFine19999 ай бұрын

    • Thank you. I strive to do more of these whenever possible!

      @SamChui@SamChui9 ай бұрын

  • I saw this land at LHR yesterday morning at around 7:30am. My son and I were in the Emirates lounge watching our incoming flight land and we noticed this not long after. He’s really into aviation and I was telling him how good Etihad are and how rare it was to see their A380 back in the air. Great to see! What’s not great to see is the few remaining EK A380’s sat collecting dust at DWC (we live right next to there). They’ve been sat outside in the burning 40c+ heat collecting dust for months. I wonder if they’ll be recommissioned or retired.

    @matt1081@matt10819 ай бұрын

  • Nobody does it better, Sam. Thanks for sharing

    @robertlalor8090@robertlalor80909 ай бұрын

  • Bruh that cockpit POV was unreal yo. Amazing.

    @roro2k@roro2k8 ай бұрын

  • Hi Sam. Always a pleasure to watch your vids! But pls. make Flight Reviews as well. Not only behind the scenes. Your Flight Reviews are the best on KZhead!

    @georgeseverin5382@georgeseverin53829 ай бұрын

  • They go so above and beyond its incredible. Shame 99% of people will never experience this

    @Sonderax@Sonderax9 ай бұрын

    • Stop giving wrong information out to everyone. The real number is 99.999999%

      @kiss_my_axe@kiss_my_axe9 ай бұрын

    • shame on the inequality on the Earth

      @zhuqiuyao@zhuqiuyao9 ай бұрын

    • @@dr5290what airlines as in luxury airlines like emirates/qatar/etihad and upgrade would be more expensive than on a smaller airlines like philiphine airlines it could be a few hundreed and in a luxury carrier it could be double the cost of economy but it depends on how many biz seats are available.And many airlines these days dont have biz class.

      @22kwasi@22kwasi9 ай бұрын

    • I flew first class and service was horrible, they see his name and give him special treatment

      @vource2670@vource26709 ай бұрын

    • let me know the airlines, dates and times and I could try and check for you" @@dr5290

      @jesselibrack-balroop358@jesselibrack-balroop3589 ай бұрын

  • Another wonderful documentary. I really look forward to Sam's videos. They are so informative and he is so engaging. Roger....Pembrokeshire U.K.

    @rogerrees9845@rogerrees98459 ай бұрын

  • Great video as always!

    @joshuaeason5412@joshuaeason54129 ай бұрын

  • Omg, the cockpit view was dreams coming true, specially the young pilot, wow.

    @ayanacharles4366@ayanacharles43669 ай бұрын

  • Another amazing vlog! The footage in the cockpit was great. Very likable captain. If I had flight attendants in the U.S. who looked and acted like these A380 ones, I know it would be a dream.

    @jolene54@jolene549 ай бұрын

  • Thank you for the amazing videos. Highly appreciate it!

    @nikolaosm635@nikolaosm6359 ай бұрын

  • The intro is better than a movie trailer haha

    @lordxchristian@lordxchristian6 ай бұрын

  • Sam you are the original, I think, always a balanced approach and commentary

    @KN-lq4zv@KN-lq4zv8 ай бұрын

  • Thanks for being THE "Review-prenuer" with a different perspective. Way to go!

    @jamestan8914@jamestan89146 ай бұрын

  • Nice to see you again well come back ❤

    @greatfoodpk@greatfoodpk9 ай бұрын

  • Hello Sam, is so cool to share this amazing video❤. Great news to see the A380 Etihad back on buisness. Etihad A380 is over the top 🥂🍾🙏🇫🇷

    @bertranddeloye@bertranddeloye9 ай бұрын

  • I think it's great you differ between reviews and experiences. I really like to follow your experiences.

    @koenlemmen@koenlemmen9 ай бұрын

  • Wonderful, Sam! Interesting to watch as always. I'll be flying this one in September, for my German audiences - and really really curious now!

    @TravelSingFly@TravelSingFly9 ай бұрын

  • Nice one as always Sam. And also thank you for adressing your hater in such class, yes its true, cant fully review an airline based on one flight only. Keep giving us these experiences because we love them all. 😎😎👍🏾👍🏾✈✈❤❤

    @theflyer1@theflyer19 ай бұрын

  • Just love A380, had the privilege to travel business class on Lufthansa couple of times to the U.S. Incredible experience and smoothest landings ever!❤

    @ljubovluczati@ljubovluczati9 ай бұрын

  • Sam. As a new subscriber I am just catching up with your new approach - the travel experience. Involving the people who make your experience is very good. Thank you. As a traveler from Auckland NZ to the UK and return 4 times a year (pre-covid) I have been an Emirates client. That may well change, with the option of the Residence coming back on line!

    @michaelross2254@michaelross22544 ай бұрын

  • Thanks Sam, for this marvelous video of luxurious travel in the sky for those who can't afford it. An eye opener and a learning experience for us all.

    @JimsTravelLine-zo2bg@JimsTravelLine-zo2bg8 ай бұрын

  • You can see the crew love their job, that’s the most precious thing 💜

    @chenchen1929@chenchen19299 ай бұрын

  • Wow! LOVE the cockpit footage... prior to 911 - when I was learning to fly (restricted fixed wing), the hostess asked the pilots if I could have a look at the cockpit. Not only that, I was able to sit in the jump seat inbound into Melbourne. BEST flight ever... but the tech (now) is next level!! (pardon the pun) And the first class experience... manifesting that, as we speak!!!

    @Ahlia1967@Ahlia19679 ай бұрын

  • Nice to see the 380 back in the sky! I love Etihad! Took it once and it was my best flight

    @BaniAadama@BaniAadama9 ай бұрын

  • Long live the A380, I did a comprehensive presentation on this bird in college when it was first introduced. I’ll never forgot seeing one land in Orlando. My favorite 🤩.

    @bradpiovesan8550@bradpiovesan85509 ай бұрын

  • Superb job and always love to see your vlogs

    @AliShah-wg7hn@AliShah-wg7hn9 ай бұрын

  • Your videas are awesome experiences man. One of the best things on YT. Thank you for sharing your experiences with us.

    @hasinakhyear644@hasinakhyear6449 ай бұрын

  • I agree with you on that Sam. On my KZhead feed there’s a lot of fly reviews. Yours is more like an experience… Honestly I’m more into that. Love your vids thanks for sharing! 👊🏼✌🏼

    @Tino722@Tino7229 ай бұрын

  • Nice Crew and Armada Mr. Sam

    @akhmadsantosowicaksono8764@akhmadsantosowicaksono87649 ай бұрын

  • You have an amazing journey seeing different places planes this is truly awesome Thanks for sharing always 🎉😊

    @ozemsadventureofrandomstuf252@ozemsadventureofrandomstuf2529 ай бұрын

  • Am so excited. Just booked my first ever Etihad and first A380 flight today (in Business). Never looked forward so much to a flight and an aircraft type. 🛫

    @macl4ren@macl4ren8 ай бұрын

  • Sam, great video, Thank you very much!

    @asan1050@asan10509 ай бұрын

  • Thank you for sharing your trip here.

    @LMays-cu2hp@LMays-cu2hp9 ай бұрын

  • Im happy to see the A380 back. But I’m most impressed you succeed to get a 360-camera in cockpit.

    @WeekendTravelGuide@WeekendTravelGuide9 ай бұрын

  • Holy Smokes! What a treat that takeoff video was. Thank you, Sam!

    @kingnes13@kingnes137 ай бұрын

    • what did I win?

      @kingnes13@kingnes136 ай бұрын

  • I flew in the apartment between Abu Dhabi and LHR in late January of 2020 right before world shut down. The plus side of Etihad is that the space you have in the apartment is amazing. The bed, however, was on the harder side. That’s solvable via two mattress toppers they apparently do now. The shower was fantastic although space felt a bit cramp compared to Emirates. The food, however, was def a notch above Emirates precovid. Looks like quality is still good.

    @kevinhsu8184@kevinhsu81849 ай бұрын

  • Fantastic aeroplane. Really amazing Etihad Airways video. I surprised. Best wishes sir.

    @anandwilsontravelblogs5393@anandwilsontravelblogs53938 ай бұрын

  • Excellent experience, thank you Sam!🙂

    @michaeljohnson1413@michaeljohnson14139 ай бұрын

  • Thank you, a very good video after a long time, PLEASE MAKE MORE VIDEOS LIKE THESE

    @shivantahyadav1195@shivantahyadav11959 ай бұрын

  • Lovely Dear Mate Sammy.. Nice... Getting better and better...

    @PradeepRaajkumar1981@PradeepRaajkumar19819 ай бұрын

  • Loved the quote at the end!!!

    @apara2005@apara20059 ай бұрын

  • Thanks, Sam. Almost seems like too short of a flight to enjoy all the First Class amenities!

    @kentd4762@kentd47629 ай бұрын

  • Love the cockpit view

    @willhays3963@willhays39639 ай бұрын

  • I was also on seat 4A back in 2015. Crazy good old days. Redeemed just 36000 points from American Airlines from LHR to DEL. As with all loyalty programs, now hugely devalued.

    @flighteye6642@flighteye66429 ай бұрын

    • Good old days! I believe it went to 62.5k and remain as 62.5k but finding availability is a challenge.

      @SamChui@SamChui9 ай бұрын

  • Sam, your videos are amazing. Thanks.

    @kenhowell8403@kenhowell84039 ай бұрын

  • Hurray for the A380 🎉 My favourite airline! Thank you Sam.

    @PO-zk4vs@PO-zk4vs9 ай бұрын

  • very nice plane and the seat wonderful,the food and shower

    @almeidacheang7853@almeidacheang78538 ай бұрын

  • love your videos

    @jacobkrug@jacobkrug2 ай бұрын
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