Pilot Training
The Greatest Pilot Shortage in History is Your Biggest Opportunity
We are currently witnessing an unprecedented shift in global aviation. An entire generation of senior Captains is reaching mandatory retirement age just as airlines across the globe are taking delivery of massive new fleets. The result? A historic demand for well-trained, competent First Officers.
The Numbers Behind the Urgency
The latest 2026 forecasts from aviation giants Boeing and CAE paint a clear picture of the next two decades.
👨✈️ 674,000 New Pilots Needed Globally
Over the next 20 years, the global commercial aviation industry will need to fill nearly 700,000 empty pilot seats just to keep the world flying.
✈️ 43,600 New Aircraft Taking Flight
Airlines are aggressively expanding. Over 43,000 new aircraft will be delivered globally, with India currently leading the world in annual passenger traffic growth.
⏳ The "Silver Tsunami" of Retirements
More than 35% of the current global pilot workforce will retire or leave the flight deck in the next 10 years.
Pilot Training Pathway
1.
School Board Exam Veritication
10th & 12th Board Verification.
2.
Medical Fitness
DGCA Class 2 & Class 1 medical assessments, as well as the medical of the country you will be training in.
3.
Written Exams
Clear the DGCA written exams along with others such as RTR & Technical papers.
4.
Flight Training
Completing the DGCA requirements of pilot training in India or USA/Europe.
5.
License Conversion
Convert from foreign CPL to DGCA India CPL by clearing flight checks.
6.
Type Rating
Start your Airbus or Boeing type rating and endorse on your license.
7.
Airline Preparation
Study and prepare for the next airline recruitment.
Training Locations
How Do I Get Started?
1. Book a Consult
Understand Your Options
Learn from the experts which options suit you the best.
2. Pre-Qualify
Medical Fitness
Ensure that you are medical fit to fly in India as well as the country you wish to fly in.
3. Enrollment
Select Your School
Know your various options and enrol.
4. Visa Application
Apply & Fly
After receiving the necessary documents, apply for the study visa of the country of training, book your tickets and fly!
Frequently asked questions
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