India became home to most number of female pilots in the world: DGCA Report

India became home to most number of female pilots in the world: DGCA Report

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Category : National Published on: March 27 2023

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  • The most recent data on the number of pilots in India was provided by the authority that regulates Indian airlines. 15% of the nation’s pilots are women, according to the most recent data. 
  • The Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) estimates that this is three times the 5% global average.
  • According to the Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA), this is three times the global average of 5%. However, there is no special programme to encourage pilot training for women, SC, and ST communities.
  • A total of 244 pilots have been recruited in 2021 as per the data received from various Indian scheduled airlines.
  • The country presently has 35 flying training organisations (FTOs) or flying schools at 53 locations.
  • Nivedita Bhasin acquired the title of youngest captain of a commercial airline in the world in 1989. 
  • In the 1990s, the Indian Air Force started hiring female pilots for its transport and helicopter fleets.
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