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Jharkhand is launching its first Commercial Pilot's Licence program at Dumka airport, with training set to begin in May. The Jharkhand Flying Institute is inviting applications for 15 seats, aiming to train local youth and reduce reliance on out-of-state institutions. Aspiring pilots need to have cleared specific DGCA papers and will undergo aptitude tests and hands-on training.

In a high-stakes situation, two F-15 pilots were forced to eject and immediately tapped into their Survival, Evasion, Resistance, and Escape skills to evade hostile Iranian forces. Utilizing the revolutionary AN/PRQ-7 Combat Survivor Evader Locator (CSEL), they communicated covertly with their rescuers through encrypted bursts, expertly safeguarding their whereabouts during a tense extraction process.

Iranian air defences claimed to have shot down a stealth jet and another meant for ground domination. What does this mean for the US which claims dominance over Iran’s skies?

NASA's Artemis II mission has successfully launched, carrying four astronauts, including the first Canadian, Jeremy Hansen, on a historic crewed journey around the Moon. This 10-day test flight marks humanity's first trip near the lunar surface since 1972, paving the way for future deep space exploration and the establishment of a lunar base.

YouTube is rolling out new tools to combat AI deepfakes, empowering prominent figures like politicians and journalists. A pilot program allows verified individuals to identify and request removal of unauthorized AI-generated videos featuring their likeness. While the platform prioritizes user control, exceptions exist for parody, satire, and public interest content.

Marijus Ravoitis, CEO of BAA Training Aviation Academy, details their entry into India to address the pilot shortage with high-standard training programs. With nearly 20 years of experience, the academy emphasizes strict selection, experienced instructors, and supportive environments to ensure student success. Pilot salaries and training costs in India are also discussed.

AirAsia India and CAE have announced their collaboration to integrate the CAE Rise Training System into the airline’s simulator training program. AirAsia India is the first airline in India to adopt a data-driven training program using CAE Rise.

IndiGo on Monday announced that it has awarded a pilot training contract to the New Zealand International Commercial Pilot Academy (NZICPA). The contract was given to NZICPA under the airline's flagship 'cadet pilot program', it said.

Aspiring pilots can achieve their career goals with proper planning despite the high costs of training. While a commercial license may cost up to ₹90 lakh, strategic budgeting and cost-reduction strategies, such as modular training and flexible payment plans, can make the investment worthwhile, leading to lucrative career opportunities. Read on.

A federal accident report has concluded that the probable cause of a heli-skiing crash in Alaska in 2021 that killed a Czech billionaire and four others was the pilot's failure to respond adequately to whiteout conditions. The report also highlighted an inadequate pilot training program by the helicopter operator and insufficient oversight by a Federal Aviation Administration inspector as contributing factors.

Becoming a commercial pilot in India involves a clear sequence: meeting academic and medical criteria, enrolling in a DGCA-approved flight school, clearing exams, and logging 200+ flying hours. This step-by-step guide outlines key requirements, cadet program options and financial planning tips for aviation aspirants committed to earning their wings and stepping into the cockpit professionally.

"Garima Passi had been suspended from flying while we awaited the full investigations to be concluded. This morning she has resigned from her job," said a Spice Jet spokesperson.

A Directorate General of Civil Aviation circular which would have severely crippled the expansion plans of airlines that send their pilots abroad for training was kept in abeyance at the eleventh hour after the affected carriers complained to the director-general about conflict of interest in its issuance. The controversial circular which was to come into force from Saturday was temporarily held back by the DGCA on Friday evening. By then though certain airlines had cancelled the training slots they had booked for their pilots in the simulator training centres abroad for the months of May, June. With no new slots available for the next 7-8 weeks, the training schedules of atleast 70 pilots from six carriers have been hit.

In one of the biggest crackdown on pilots of a single airline, the directorate general of civil aviation (DGCA) Friday issued show cause notice to 131 pilots of Jet Airways for flying without clearing a mandatory biannual exam.

The Telangana State Aviation Academy (TSAA) as part of an enhanced focus on drone pilot training has onboarded a new training partner, upgraded the drones and is keen on roping in more working professionals in the area.

India is studying an alternate method of training commercial pilots that requires less hour of flying a training aircraft — hence lowering costs for aspiring aviators through simulation-driven trainign. DGCA has set up an internal panel to study the pros and cons of this “multi crew pilot license” (MPL) system. About 60 countries have adopted MPL standards.