Garuda Indonesia trapped in a relentless financial tailspin

[Pak Tani]

If I am paying from my own pocket, I will typically go for the least expensive option.

As long as she has blue eyes, right?

 

[snpark]

Ol' Blue Eyes 💙

Ol' Blue Eyes 💙 #FrankSinatra #Sinatra

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[pantaiema]

As long as she has blue eyes, right?

Well, You typically have no way of knowing who will be piloting your next flight. But if that information were available and the ticket price remained the same or similar, I would choose a pilot with a strong safety record.

Some early research suggests that having blue eyes might provide a slight advantage for pilots for long haul which will typically deal with low light conditions (still debatable). Because blue eyes contain less melanin in the iris, they may allow more light to enter the eye, which could improve vision in dim or twilight environments

Also study shows female pilot female (Still debatable) will typically react better than male in high-pressure scenarios, displaying better situational awareness and consistent decision-making, while male pilots are more risk taker.

Did you say 'hi' to the lady

 

[Hawk256]

If I am paying from my own pocket, I will typically go for the least expensive option.

I get that but spending hours with a sub standard crew giving sub standard service on a sub standard plane isn't a good value.

 

[Balifrog]

Some interesting points.
The comments are interesting as well.

 

[serious_fun]

...a sub standard crew ...on a sub standard plane

I've never been on a submarine, but the lack of space sounds oppressive.



sorry. couldn't resist the corny joke.

 

[snpark]

What's long hard and full of seamen

 

[serious_fun]

What's long hard and full of seamen

Why are camels called the 'ships of the desert' ?

 

[snpark]

Why do we say Amen not Awomen

Because we sing hymns. Not hers

 

[Balifrog]

Another interesting video. The comment section is good also....

 

[pantaiema]

Another interesting video. The comment section is good also....

What this documentary did not mention is that other privately owned domestic airlines operating routes within Indonesia and to neighbouring countries do not receive state funding injection, yet they are still able to compete effectively with Garuda Indonesia and Citilink and profitable. Examples include Lion Air, Batik Air, Wings Air, and Super Air Jet. In addition, low-cost carriers from neighbouring countries, such as AirAsia, operate under similar conditions with Garuda, City Link.

Like other national flag carriers flying internationally to regions such as the Middle East, Europe, the United States, and Australia, they are exposed to the same market environment, yet many of them remain profitable.

Another point not addressed is that Garuda Indonesia is one of the most corrupt state-owned enterprises in Indonesia.