REPUBLIKA.CO.ID, JAKARTA -- The national flag carrier Garuda Indonesia has been crowned the "most loved" airline in the world based on a survey conducted by SkyTrax, an independent airline quality ratings agency based in London.

Garuda Indonesia has been ranked first with a satisfaction score of 85 percent among 420 airlines worldwide featured, Garuda Indonesia President Director M Arif Wibowo said in a press statement released on Tuesday.

In this regard, he expressed his gratitude to the world community for their appreciation and support given to Garuda Indonesia.

"The award is either a pride or challenge for Garuda Indonesia to always do its best for its passengers," he said.