n the long run, if it turns out that the pilots and airline in question are truthful and cooperative, that means that they place a high value on contributing to aviation safety for the greater good, and that they deserve to be respected and treated fairly.
Well, the airline HAS made a decision to equip its aircraft with GPS, a known safety equippage. That being said, it does not appear to be implemented yet on this ac that flew this international route.
Does that put the airlines contribution to safety in context? Perhaps the money the airline is willing to spend on the aircraft, and the upkeep of the aircraft?
As a passenger, are you be happy to know that the airline did not even spend enough money to put a GPS system in the AC? You have one in your car, your phone, and your watch, but the airline didnt even get around to putting one in the the aircraft you are riding in.