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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