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Indian Flight Training Group, Chimes Aviation Academy, Welcomes 8th Batch to the CAA Indigo Cadet Pilot Program

India – Chimes Aviation Academy (CAA), which operates multiple flight training bases in India, is proud to welcome the ICP 08 batch to the CAA Indigo Cadet Pilot Program.

Through the CAA Indigo Cadet Pilot Program, ICP 08 will embark on a comprehensive training journey designed to shape every aspect of their aviation careers. From mastering the fundamentals in Ground School to completing their Type Rating, cadets will be fully prepared to take flight as Junior First Officers with IndiGo.

Speaking on the induction, Y.N.Sharma, CEO of Chimes Aviation Academy, said, “We are thrilled to welcome ICP 08 to the Chimes family. Each cadet brings focus, determination, and a passion for flying. We look forward to guiding and nurturing them through this rigorous program as they prepare for many successful years in aviation.”

About Chimes Aviation Academy
Chimes Aviation Academy is one of India’s leading flying training organizations, approved by the Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA). Established in 2008, the academy offers comprehensive pilot training programs, including Commercial Pilot License (CPL), Multi-Engine Instrument Rating (MEIR), and the IndiGo Cadet Pilot Program. With a fleet of 27 modern aircraft and multiple airbases in Madhya Pradesh, Chimes Aviation Academy provides aspiring pilots with the training and resources needed to succeed in the aviation industry.

Source: Chimes Aviation Academy

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New FFS Training Center, Blue Angels Air, Names New Director and Head of Training

India – Blue Angels Air, a new entrant in India’s full flight simulator training segment, has appointed Captain Leslie Manchanda as its new Director and Head of Training. The announcement comes as the organisation prepares to open its first full flight simulator training centre in Mumbai in February 2026.

  • Captain Manchanda brings extensive experience, having flown with Singapore Airlines, served as Chief Pilot at Air Arabia, Chief Pilot Training at Qatar Airways, and as a senior pilot with IndiGo.

  • The new Blue Angels Training Centre will house an Airbus A320 Full Flight Simulator (FFS) and operate as an Approved Training Organisation (ATO).

  • Earlier this month, Blue Angels Air confirmed a strategic partnership with IndiGo, India’s largest airline, to provide Airbus A320 training at the Mumbai facility from 2026 onwards.

Source: Leslie Manchanda (Blue Angels Air)

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Indian Flight Training Group, Chimes Aviation Academy, Inducts the 8th Batch of IndiGo Cadet Pilots

India – Chimes Aviation Academy (CAA), which operates multiple flight training bases in India, has inducted a new cohort of cadet pilots under its CAA‑IndiGo Cadet Pilot Program (ICP-08) in September 2025. This airline pathway initiative prepares cadets to transition directly into Junior First Officer roles with IndiGo upon completion of their training.

CAA earlier this year marked a key operational milestone by surpassing 30,000 flying hours in the 2024–2025 financial year, highlighting consistent training activity and fleet utilisation.

With a fleet of 27 aircraft, two operational airbases (Dhana & Neemuch), and a significant presence in India’s pilot training ecosystem—contributing to 20% of the country’s domestic CPL market—CAA continues to set benchmarks in aviation training.

Source: Chimes Aviation Academy

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