Market Intelligence: Indian Subcontinent

Digital Platform Aviationfly Seeking to Expand Support for Aspiring Pilots in India

Global digital platform Aviationfly which supports aspiring pilots on starting their pilot training with a flight school has expanded its support for aspiring pilots in the Philippines through sharing a How to become a pilot in India guide. In this guide Aviationfly answers how and where flight training can be done including the avialable flight training options, the basic requirements, training stages, career options and frequently asked questions for becoming a pilot.

About Aviationfly
Aviationfly is a digital platform which works with Flight Schools to connect them to a larger global audience of aspiring pilots – receiving over 90,000 website visits per month and having a database of over 60,000 aspiring pilots. 

Source: Aviationfly

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India’s Flag Carrier Air India Seeking Chief Manager – Maintenance for New Flight Academy

Amravati, India – Tata Group-owned Indian flag carrier Air India, which announced plans in July 2024 to establish a flight training organisation at Belora Airport in Amravati, Maharashtra, is now actively searching for a Chief Manager – Maintenance to join its team.

The Academy aims to train 180 commercial pilots annually and will be the largest such flight training organisations in South Asia, planning to become operational from the first quarter of the next financial year. It will operate 31 single-engine aircraft and three twin-engine aircraft for training purposes.

Please see extracts of the job post below:

  • Develop and implement a maintenance program under Air India’s Car 145 for the FTO fleet, ensure compliance with all regulatory requirements, airline and industry best practices
  • Develop and maintain a comprehensive maintenance program for all aircrafts and flight training devices, ensure maintenance and inspections, and tracking of maintenance records
  • Develop and implement a stocking system and an ERP for optimal maintenance
  • Sync with airline maintenance standards to improve operational efficiency
  • Monitor the performance of the aircraft and equipment to identify potential issues and take corrective action as necessary
  • Investigate and report on incidents and accidents related to aircraft maintenance and operation
  • Implement policies and training to maintenance personnel on best practices for aircraft maintenance and safety
  • Maintain accurate and up-to-date records of aircraft maintenance, inspections, and repairs

Please note this position is only open for Indian nationals.

To learn more about the role and to apply please go here.

Source: Air India

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L3Harris Airline Academy Accepting Applications for IndiGo Cadet Pilot Program in July 2024

L3Harris Airline Academy, which conducts the flight training for Indian students in Sanford – Florida, United States, has shared that is accepting applications for the IndiGo Cadet Pilot Program.

“The Indigo Cadet Pilot Program with L3Harris is open for applications! Act fast though, as they shut in just one week, on August 2nd!” shared L3Harris Airline Academy.

India’s largest low-cost carrier IndiGo has extended its Cadet Pilot Program agreement with L3Harris Commercial Aviation in 2023. “We are pleased to confirm we have extended our agreement with Indigo for the Cadet Pilot Program. This extension strengthens our relationship with Indigo and reaffirms the faith the airline has on the quality of training delivered by L3Harris. Our recent intake of students are currently undertaking their ground school training and we now look forward to welcoming the next intake soon!” shared L3Harris Commercial Aviation in 2023.

Source: L3Harris Airline Academy

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Indian Pilot Training Group FSTC Welcomes 37th CPL Batch

FSTC (Flight Simulation Technique Centre), the Indian pilot training group operating both full flight simulator training centers and flight training bases is excited to announce the start of its CPL Batch No. 37.. FSTC Flying School recently acquired an Immersive Training Device’s (ITD), known as the Virtual Flight Instructor, to enhance their cadets’ flying skills through advanced technology.

In June 2024 FSTC also added a brand new Boeing B737MAX full flight simulator to its Gurugram facility.

In April FSTC shared its 2024 Group Overview Corporate Video.

Source: FSTC
Photo Credit: FSTC

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Pilot Assessment Solution Provider Symbiotics Announces 2024 Head of Sales Appointment

United Kingdom headquartered global pilot assessment and selection solution provider Symbiotics has announced that James Hoad has started with the organisation as Head of Sales.

“James graduated from Birmingham University with a BA Honours degree in Tourism Business Management in 2004. With a passion for aviation, he has over 20 years of experience in the sector, including international ground handling, aviation recruitment, and outsourced flight operations services. James has a strong background in consultative outsourced solutions and has built experience in operations, global account management, and global business development roles. At Symbiotics, he is accountable for all sales within the business, building customer relationships, and developing new sales and customer account strategies.” shared Symbiotics.

To learn more about Symbiotics or James Hoad check out his LinkedIn profile.

Source: Symbiotics

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