Captain Ronald Smith, a seasoned pilot who had dedicated 32 years of his life to United Airlines, embarked on his final flight in 2017, marking the end of an extraordinary career. Departing from Chicago and heading towards Brussels, this flight held significance not only for Captain Smith but for everyone onboard.
During this momentous journey, the news of Captain Smith’s retirement reached the ears of a group of young travelers, members of a choir from Lycée des Garçons d’Esch-sur-Alzette in Luxembourg. Upon learning about this special occasion, their hearts were filled with admiration and gratitude, prompting them to plan a heartfelt tribute for the esteemed captain.
After the plane landed, these thoughtful students patiently awaited the departure of other passengers and the appearance of Captain Smith from the cockpit. When he finally emerged, they harmoniously began a soul-stirring acapella performance of Coldplay’s “Viva La Vida.”
One of the students, Nicolas, managed to capture this moving moment on video. The melodious voices of the choir reverberated throughout the cabin, creating an atmosphere of profound emotion and leaving an indelible memory for Captain Smith.
Watch the breathtaking performance of the choir as they bid farewell to Captain Ronald Smith on his final flight. This heartwarming serenade beautifully commemorates the end of his illustrious career.
The video has hit over 2 million on YouTube, accompanied hundreds of positive comments
One viewer wrote, “Not even the first note comes out of their mouths and I’m bawling my eyes out and also that’s the beautifulest thing I’ve ever heard wow!”
Another continued, “Consider how good they sound singing this in an airplane, with no vocal warm-up, and recorded on what is likely a cell phone.”