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India – AFCOM Cargo has launched a self-sponsored Boeing 737NG hour-building program for commercial pilots, offering participants operational exposure on the carrier’s freighter fleet. The airline said the program is intended to provide multi-engine jet and commercial cargo operating experience.

AFCOM currently operates three dry-leased Boeing 737-800 freighters. Its fleet expansion added a third aircraft during 2026.
The program includes operational line experience on Boeing 737NG aircraft together with exposure to commercial cargo operations, flight planning, operational control and dispatch coordination, Crew Resource Management and airline operating procedures.
Minimum entry requirements include:
- a valid DGCA Commercial Pilot Licence, or an ICAO-equivalent licence eligible for Indian conversion;
- a valid Instrument Rating;
- FRTOL/RTR(P);
- ICAO English Language Proficiency Level 4 or higher; and
- a valid Class 1 medical certificate.
AFCOM said pilots already holding a Boeing 737NG type rating will receive preference.
The initiative creates a route for eligible pilots to acquire Boeing 737NG operating exposure below the experience threshold of AFCOM’s conventional First Officer recruitment.

Source: AFCOM Cargo

Indian Cargo Airline Launches Self-Sponsored Boeing 737NG Hour-Building Program in 2026

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