I have flown Air Deccan all across the country, many, many times and I must say my experience was pretty, pretty good. What people fussed over were trivials without realising that they were paying on Rs 2000 odd for a fare that was normally worth Rs 10,000.
The crafts were always good, and the pilots excellent. The food and drinks served inside were very well priced and affordable.
Regarding delays, its all rubbish. When there was fog, every airline delayed. It had become a habit to criticise Deccan and I have come across many Deccan baiters who have actually never flown Deccan but had "heard" from their best friend, etc.
Captain Gopinath has been to civil aviation industry what Dhirubhai Ambani had been to telecommunication. He brought aviation to the masses and you can thank him every time you fly the Indian skies cheap. Given the ways of Indian airlines, Jet and Kingfisher, they would strip you naked for flying.
The only airline who has the possibility to fill Deccan's slot is Indigo. I hope for the sake of Indian customers, Indigo retains its identity, brand and corporate philosophy.
Captain Gopinath should indeed be rewarded with a national honour for bringing a wonderful concept to India. He may have failed in the long run but he has given a new direction. Thanks to him, I have been to different parts of India which I would have never been able to travel otherwise.
RE:Cannot agree with Captain Gopinath's baiters
by Hari S on Dec 31, 2007 03:16 PM Permalink
i agree with you.once gopi travelled with us from mumbai to bangalore and during the course of the flight he made it a point to speak to each and every passenger. took their view complaints and complements. he had his feet on the ground to ensure that every other indian flies. All the charm of low cost flying has gone.. enter mallya
RE:Cannot agree with Captain Gopinath's baiters
by kannan on Dec 31, 2007 03:29 PM Permalink
well said, Mr Kumar. your letter has the correct perspective and balance. I have flown Air Deccan several times and the experience has been pleasant nearly every time. i used to tell my friends that it is in India's interest that Air Deccan succeeds, because it will take aviation to the next level.Capt Gopinath can be proud of being a trendsetter and for making flying the common man's way too .
