YouTuber Banned by Qatar Airways Sneaks Through Check-In in Vietnam
German YouTuber Josh Cahill, famous for his honest aviation and travel reviews, tested Qatar Airways' check-in system at Vietnam's Tan Son Nhat Airport despite being on their no-fly list—and the outcome was wild.
Who is Josh Cahill?
Josh Cahill is a straight-shooting German blogger and YouTuber who dives deep into airline experiences, sharing the good, the bad, and the ugly without holding back. His reviews cover everything from broken TVs and lousy food to rude crew attitudes.
The Qatar Airways Drama Begins
Josh once posted a scathing review of a Qatar Airways flight, highlighting major issues like faulty entertainment, terrible meals, and unprofessional staff. The video exploded online, racking up massive views. Qatar's leadership reached out, begging him to delete it in exchange for a free flight. Josh refused, prioritizing his credibility. As a result, Qatar blacklisted him and denied him boarding. Even the crew members he called out got fired.
Despite the ban, Josh proudly boasts about it in his videos, wearing the blacklist like a badge of honor.
Testing the Ban at Tan Son Nhat Airport
In his recent video "Still Banned with Qatar Airways...," Josh headed to Ho Chi Minh City's Tan Son Nhat International Airport. He booked a short codeshare flight to Phnom Penh via Qatar Airways. Shockingly, he got his boarding pass at the check-in counter without a hitch. Josh figured it was just luck—he expected to get caught later, maybe at immigration or the gate.
Caught in the Act—But Handled Like a Pro
Sure enough, while lining up for immigration, Qatar ground staff spotted him. Their system flagged his name via API as matching the blacklist. They pulled him back to check-in for ID verification and called in Qatar's local rep.
The rep apologized and politely denied boarding. Josh stayed cool, admitting he'd set this up to test their process. He gave them a perfect 10/10 for professionalism and just asked for his checked bags back so he could rebook with another airline like Vietnam Airlines.
Lift of the Ban and VIP Treatment
Eventually, Qatar's leadership lifted the ban. Josh flew with them from the US, transiting through Doha. Crew went above and beyond—extra professional, knowing one slip could end up in his next viral video.
Why Josh Keeps Calling Out Airlines
Josh believes exposing flaws in his vlogs pushes airlines to step up their service. It's all about real improvement for passengers.
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