Market Intelligence: Indian Subcontinent

Global Flight Training Group Skyborne Welcomes New IndiGo Cadets in Florida in December 2024

Vero Beach, Florida, USA – Global pilot training group Skyborne which operates flight training bases across the United Kingdom and the United States, an official partner of the IndiGo Cadet Pilot Program, has welcomed its latest batch of 5 cadets in December 2024. The cadets are set to begin ground school training before progressing to the flying phase of their Private Pilot License (PPL) training.

The 18-month IndiGo Cadet Pilot Program with Skyborne begins at Skyborne’s United States facility in Vero Beach, Florida, with cadets spending 12 months earning their US FAA 141 Commercial Pilots License with Instrument Rating, plus the required multi-engine time, before completing a DCGA Flight Licence Conversion in India. The application process has recently been revamped to include the latest suite of ADAPT pilot aptitude tests from Symbiotics.

Source: Skyborne Aviation Academy
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Air India Training Academy Hosts Ground School Completion Ceremony for Third Batch of Cadet Program Pilots

India’s flag carrier’s Air India Training Academy, the 600,000 square foot campus in Gurugram which will become one of the largest aviation training institutions in South East Asia, has held the Ground School Completion Ceremony for its third batch of Air India Cadet Program Pilots.

“We are delighted to announce the Ground School Completion Ceremony for Batch 03 of the Air India Cadet Pilot Program, hosted by ThePilot.in, on 12th December at the Air India Training Academy.

The ceremony was graced by a special guest, Capt. Quay (Former SVP, Flight Operations at Singapore Airlines) along with our esteemed leaders — Mr. Sunil Bhaskaran, Capt. Manish Uppal, Capt. Vikram Dayal, Capt. Harish Lamba, Capt. Vikram Raymund, Capt. Sameer Bagai, Capt. Pranav Sood, Ms. Nidhi Datta, and Ms. Neharika Vohra, who congratulated the cadets on this significant achievement.

Following four months of intensive training, the cadets are poised to begin their next phase of advanced flight training at the AeroGuard Flight Training Center and L3Harris Flight Academy in the United States. We extend our best wishes to our cadets as they prepare to reach new heights and advance in their aviation careers!” shared Air India Training Academy.

Source: Air India Training Academy
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Indian Pilot Training Group FSTC Hosts India’s First EASA ATPL Exam, Expanding Licensing Opportunities

Gurugram, India – FSTC, an Indian aviation training group operating both flight schools and full flight simulator training centers, has announced a significant milestone with the successful administration of the first European Union Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) Airline Transport Pilot License (ATPL) examination in the country. This development marks a new chapter in making European licensing more accessible to Indian aviation professionals.

  • The EASA ATPL exam was conducted at FSTC’s facility in Gurugram, allowing candidates to pursue European certification without traveling abroad.
  • Capt. Murthy, one of the first participants, expressed his gratitude to FSTC and EASA for this opportunity, emphasizing its importance for Indian pilots aspiring to obtain EASA licenses.
  • The FSTC EASA Conversion Program includes ICAO-to-EASA exams in India, updated exam resources, and modern prep tools such as books, videos, and live webinars.

Source: FSTC
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Airbus Delivers 84 Aircraft in November 2024, Total Deliveries Reach 643 for the Year

Toulouse, France-headquartered aircraft manufacturer Airbus has released its November 2024 order and delivery report, providing insights into its production and market activity. The report highlights key figures for November and year-to-date performance.

  • November 2024 Deliveries: 84 aircraft delivered to 42 customers.
  • November 2024 Gross Orders: 30 new orders.
  • 2024 Deliveries to Date: 643 aircraft delivered to 82 customers.

Cumulative Data (As of November 2024):

  • Total Orders Across All Aircraft Types: 24,537 units, with single-aisle aircraft (e.g., A320 family) dominating at 19,898 orders.
  • Total Deliveries to Date: 15,840 units delivered, with single-aisle aircraft accounting for 12,152.
  • Aircraft in Operation: 14,012 globally, including 11,241 single-aisle aircraft.

Note: The data excludes two A330-900s delivered to Air Belgium via Airbus Financial Services.

Source: Airbus
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Indian Training Aircraft Lessor Announces New CEO in 2024

India – ModAir Aviation IFSC Private Limited, a prominent aircraft leasing and finance company, has announced the appointment of Amit Mittal as its new CEO. Learn more about Mittal or ModAir Aviation by connecting with him through his LinkedIn profile here.

In October 2024 ModAir Aviation expanded its fleet through the introduction of a fourth aircraft acquisition through IFSC GIFT City. The leasing firm is set have 6 aircraft currently in its portfolio.

Source: Amit Mittal (ModAir Aviation)

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Aircraft Manufacturer, Airbus, Announces 2025 Appointment for Chief Human Resources Officer

Airbus announced the appointment of Carmen-Maja Rex as Chief Human Resources Officer, effective 1 April 2025. In this role, she will be a member of the Executive Committee and report to Airbus CEO Guillaume Faury. Carmen-Maja Rex is currently Human Resources Group Director at Heidelberg Materials, one of the world’s largest integrated manufacturers of building materials and solutions.

After nearly 22 years with Airbus, the last 12 of which as Chief Human Resources Officer and member of the Airbus Executive Committee, Thierry Baril will leave the Company later in 2025, after having ensured a smooth transition with his successor.

“The bold transformation that Airbus will now undertake to meet its current and future challenges requires a skilled, diverse and motivated global workforce. I’m looking forward to working with Carmen-Maja and further engaging the Airbus teams in pursuit of our inspiring purpose,” said Guillaume Faury. “In doing so, she will build on the great foundations established by Thierry during his 12-year tenure as Chief Human Resources Officer. Thierry has played a pivotal role in the transformation of Airbus over the years, positioning HR as a strategic function in times of deep change. I’m grateful for Thierry’s engagement, drive and resilience which have led to many Company successes. It has always been a pleasure to have him as a close ally, and I wish him well in this next phase of his professional career.”

Carmen-Maja Rex started her career as a consultant with Accenture in 1999, before joining the United Nations in 2003. In 2010, she started at Siemens where she held a number of leadership roles in Human Resources. In 2020, she became HR Group Director at Heidelberg Materials which employs a global workforce of 51,000 employees located in over 50 countries.

Source: Airbus
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Indian Pilot Training Group FSTC Offers Paid Internships and Job Opportunities in Simulator Maintenance

Gurgaon, India –FSTC, an Indian aviation training group operating both flight schools and full flight simulator training centers, has announced a 6-month paid internship and direct job opportunities for Interns, Trainees, and Simulator Technicians in the Simulator Maintenance department. The program is aimed at individuals seeking to build a career in the aviation industry through hands-on technical experience.

  • Position: Intern/Trainee/Simulator Technician
  • Department: Simulator Maintenance
  • Eligibility:
    • BE/B.Tech (Electronics) or AME qualification with Certificate of Recognition (CofR).
    • 0–3 years of experience.

About FSTC 
Based in Gurgaon, India, FSTC is a leading full-flight simulation training provider catering to airlines, pilots, and aviation professionals. With advanced facilities and expert trainers, FSTC is committed to delivering world-class aviation training solutions.

Source: FSTC

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