SPECTACULAR Approach to JFK Airport

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Published 2021-05-28

This video is more than just an amazing approach into Kennedy Airport (JFK) Airport with stunning views of Manhattan. This is a lesson on how it's possible. Fully narrated, in this video I explain how air traffic control works with the pilot to make views like this possible. We'll start our approach over New Jersey, fly over Manhattan and make a sweeping left turn around JFK before we land on runway 22L. You’ll learn all about the complexities of landing at JFK due to its position below some very complicated airspace.

All Comments (21)

@billbarues6235 3 years ago

As an air traffic controller who grew up on Long Island, Peter's narration is extremely accurate. The procedures flown, airspace knowledge and landmark recognition is outstanding. Great video!
@mayorofthenonsense 1 year ago

Man, that shot of Manhattan from 13,000 feet is absolutely mind-blowing! Just unreal.
@botortamas 2 years ago

What a view especially Manhattan even from that high up it’s still a beast. This video made me very nostalgic about NYC.
@aeroalexGR 2 years ago

One of the best approach videos into JFK with extremely insightful narration and excellent visuals. Outstanding work Peter!
@ashegheaty 3 years ago

3:27 that is breath taking , thank you and cheers .
@delontereid7584 2 years ago

This was an excellent description of the final approach and landing into JFK.... From one aviation geek to another I give this video 5 stars!! 🛬
@georgetsokanis3542 4 months ago

I came to JFK 5 weeks after the 9/11 attacks. The pilot banked high and the view of the non stop work at ground zero illuminated the surroundings with a pale of smoke still visible. A sight I will never forget.
@javianjohnson8746 2 years ago

EXTREMELY detailed breakdown of this approach. Thank you!
@janetslicer3637 2 years ago

What a ride! I loved it! I flew almost non-stop for twelve years over all fifty states, only landing at JFK twice. I have a much better appreciation for the pilots in the New York area! Wonderful insight!
@Double0pi 2 years ago

Love it! I don't think I've ever had such a clear descent into JFK myself (there were always clouds somewhere). One of the best parts of living in Queens was watching air traffic coming in for a landing at JFK...I could see it from my balcony at home!
@user-bu7jl6zy5d 5 months ago

This is amazing. Seeing Central Park from that altitude is really a sight to behold. Excellent narration by a highly knowledgeable gentleman.
@pelhambissell2926 3 years ago

Spectacular ✨love the detailed description of the approach :)
@suhailkhan3538 2 years ago

I never tire of watching NYC aircraft landing videos and this one made most sense of what you see from high up as you descend with your interesting narration. Great vid!
@vinceygal100 3 years ago

Thank you for this video. That was quite interesting !!!!!! As a New Yorker and someone that flies often it was great to learn about how it all works
@waynejackson1426 1 year ago

My neck of the woods. I live in ROSEDALE Queens and work at JFK terminal 4. I've been to the the first part of the tower quite a few times especially for Christmas and Thanksgiving dinner. Thank you IAT.
@littlee4620 3 years ago

Love that shoutout to my old hometown of Wantagh, NY! I remember when I was a kid there were all these different planes flying overhead. It was always a thrill when there was a Concorde flying above us!
@robinmillerkroening3493 3 years ago

Good video, I like how you explain what we are seeing. Thank you!
@metmanjeff 3 years ago

That was quite different and really enjoyable. Thanks!
@charlestrattler4395 2 years ago

You're something else! I grew up in New York City and on Long Island. You obviously put a great amount of effort into detail here. You made it look beautiful almost (new york joke). Thank you.
@garymessinetti1874 3 years ago

That was outstanding, especially the description of all the neighborhoods! Very clear and accurate descriptions.