India to Train 750 More Pilots: Centre Launches 11 Flying Schools

Why in news

The Centre issued Letters of Intent for 11 new Flying Training Organisations (FTOs) to increase India's annual pilot training capacity by 750 cadets.

Background

The government is establishing 11 new FTOs across seven airports operated by the Airports Authority of India (AAI). This initiative aims to increase the number of Commercial Pilot Licenses (CPL) from 1,347 in 2024 to 1,652 in 2025.

Facts for Prelims

• BodyAirports Authority of India (AAI): A statutory body under the Ministry of Civil Aviation.
• FactTraining aircraft count is increasing from 324 to 385.
• FactTargeted increase in annual pilot training capacity is 750 cadets.
• PostRam Mohan Naidu: Minister for Civil Aviation.

For Mains

Q. Discuss the significance of expanding aviation infrastructure and pilot training capacity in bolstering India's position as a global aviation hub.

Dimensions to cover in your answer

• aviation ecosystem growth
• manufacturing of trainer aircraft
• skill development
• logistics efficiency

Keywords: aviation infrastructure · capacity building · manufacturing ecosystem · skill development

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