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NDTV
26-05-2025
- Business
- NDTV
Bengaluru Man Shares Emotional Post About His Son's First Day As A Captain
There is something unforgettable about firsts. They hold special meaning, marking the beginning of something new. Now, picture this: you are debuting as a pilot, taking control of an aircraft for the first time, while your parents cheer for you from the cabin. Sounds exhilarating, right? Well, recently, a young pilot, Atul Choudhary, lived this surreal moment when he operated his maiden IndiGo flight as a captain. His father, Anil Kant Choudhary, a Bengaluru-based IT professional, celebrated his son's significant milestone by sharing a heartwarming post on LinkedIn. Anil Kant Choudhary and his wife, Archana, boarded their son's first flight, which took off from Chandigarh to Bengaluru on May 22. In his note, the proud father wrote, 'If one moves his regular seating by 3 feet, how much can that change his responsibilities? If that person happens to be a pilot, this movement can bring significant change. Moving from the right seat to the left seat in the cockpit suddenly makes the Senior First Officer (SFO) a Captain.' Speaking about the responsibilities of a captain, Anil Kant Choudhary added, 'A captain makes crucial decisions besides guiding the co-pilots and crew members and preserving the trust of the passengers. At 30000+ feet, a captain is like a guardian for everyone on his flight. A Captain is the Pilot In Command (PIC) for his aircraft.' Expressing the excitement on boarding their son's first flight as a pilot, Anil Kant Choudhary continued, 'It's a big moment for any pilot, but it's a much bigger moment for the parents of that Pilot. Archana Choudhary and I witnessed this change over last Thursday. When our son told us that his final check and release flight before he becomes a captain is from Chandigarh to Bengaluru this Thursday, we could not hold ourselves.' After landing in Bengaluru, Anil Kant Choudhary and his wife 'changed the appellate' and placed the fourth stripe on their son's shoulder, a tradition that marks his formal elevation to captain. Anil Kant Choudhary also thanked Atul's flight school, IndiGo, trainers in Gondia and the CAE team in Madrid. 'Thanks to all those who contributed, blessed, and wished our son during this journey. Our respect and gratitude are due to all of you. Thanks for your support. We solicit its continuity. Our message to our son is simple. Keep Flying, Keep Enjoying! Our blessings are always with you,' he concluded. The post received some lovely reactions. IndiGo's official handle commented, 'Congratulations to you and your son, Captain Atul Choudhary! It's clear that his dedication, hard work, and passion for flying have been recognised and celebrated. We couldn't be prouder to have him as part of the IndiGo family! Wishing him continued success as he soars high, not just in the skies but in all his endeavours.' One user wrote, 'Your heartfelt message beautifully captures the profound transformation that comes with new responsibilities. The journey of a pilot is not just personal but resonates deeply with the support and sacrifices of families.' 'More power to your son,' cheered another. 'Congratulations to Atul. Can realise the feeling running in the minds of proud parents,' noted one person. Echoing a similar sentiment, an individual shared, 'Such a proud moment for any parent. It's something that can't be described in words, only felt.'
Time of India
24-05-2025
- Time of India
Bengaluru family boards flight to celebrate son's first day as captain; father's heartfelt LinkedIn post melts hearts: ‘Keep flying, keep enjoying!'
At 30,000 feet above the ground, a routine commercial flight turned into a deeply emotional journey for one Bengaluru family . For passengers on board, it was just another trip from Chandigarh to Bengaluru—but for Anil and Archana Choudhary, it marked a moment they would cherish for life. Their son, Atul Choudhary, was not just flying the aircraft—he was commanding it for the very first time as Captain. The heartfelt milestone was captured in a touching post by Anil Kant Choudhary on LinkedIn, where he chronicled not just a flight, but a transformation: one that saw his son shift from the right seat as a Senior First Officer to the prestigious left seat of a Captain. Three Feet and a Lifetime of Dreams In his viral note, Anil beautifully captured the symbolic weight of this seemingly small change. 'If one moves his regular seating by 3 feet, how much can that change his responsibilities?' he wrote. 'If that person happens to be a pilot, this movement can bring significant change.' The move, while minimal in distance, represented a monumental leap in trust, responsibility, and honor. Play Video Pause Skip Backward Skip Forward Unmute Current Time 0:00 / Duration 0:00 Loaded : 0% 0:00 Stream Type LIVE Seek to live, currently behind live LIVE Remaining Time - 0:00 1x Playback Rate Chapters Chapters Descriptions descriptions off , selected Captions captions settings , opens captions settings dialog captions off , selected Audio Track default , selected Picture-in-Picture Fullscreen This is a modal window. Beginning of dialog window. Escape will cancel and close the window. 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And on this particular Thursday, Atul took on that role with poise and professionalism. The heartfelt milestone was captured in a touching post by Anil Kant Choudhary on LinkedIn, where he chronicled not just a flight, but a transformation: one that saw his son shift from the right seat as a Senior First Officer to the prestigious left seat of a Captain. The Flight of a Family's Dreams Learning of his son's final check and release flight—the last step before being officially designated a Captain—Anil and Archana wasted no time. They boarded a flight to Chandigarh the night before, determined to be part of this moment that had been years in the making. They managed to get seats on the same flight Atul would command—one that would not only transport passengers but elevate emotions. You Might Also Like: Catch me If you can: Graduate dad defies rules to fulfill heartfelt promise to son, dashes through ceremony stage, sparking viral frenzy 'To board that flight and soar above the clouds with our son in command was an experience words can hardly capture,' Anil reflected. The family's emotions culminated after landing in Bengaluru, where they celebrated Atul's official promotion—symbolized by the ceremonial switch from three stripes to four on his uniform. Cheers from the Sky and the Ground The celebration extended beyond the aircraft. IndiGo, the airline Atul flies for, responded warmly: 'Congratulations to you and your son, Captain Atul Choudhary ! His dedication, hard work, and passion for flying have been recognised and celebrated. We couldn't be prouder!' The post ignited a wave of admiration online, drawing hundreds of congratulatory comments. One user wrote, 'Your journey is a beautiful reminder of how elevation in responsibility reshapes not just the individual, but also those who support and believe in them.' A Legacy of Dedication Atul's journey to the captain's seat wasn't just his own. It was made possible by the mentors, instructors, and institutions that nurtured his flight training—from his school in Gondia to the CAE facilities in Madrid. Anil made sure to extend heartfelt thanks to all who played a part in Atul's growth. You Might Also Like: Dad's one-word reply to his son's CBSE class 12 marks of 84% is winning the internet With the aviation world at his fingertips and his parents' blessings at his back, Captain Atul Choudhary now soars not just through skies but into a future built on dreams, discipline, and determination. Their message is simple, soaring, and sincere: 'Keep flying. Keep enjoying. Our blessings are always with you.' 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