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Updated: August 12, 2024, 3:55 p.m. IS
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Mumbai (Maharashtra) (India), August 12: According to news reports, the expansion of India’s aviation sector could create around 72,900 new jobs by 2035. Pilots, aircraft service technicians, avionics technicians, safety and compliance managers, engineers, quality managers, operations managers and ground staff will be in high demand. This upsurge, according to industry experts, necessitates the need for advanced training institutes and the redesign of existing academic training courses in view of the changing dynamics of aviation.
“India’s aviation sector is experiencing a tremendous boom. Major airlines have already ordered new aircraft to meet the increasing demand. The government is also focusing on building new airports and upgrading existing ones. These expansion plans will create new jobs in all major aviation sectors. Therefore, emphasis must be placed on developing and training sufficient manpower through expert guidance, modern methodologies and a supportive environment,” says Jaideep Mirchandani, chairman of aviation giant Sky One.
When Minister of State for Civil Aviation Murlidhar Mohol was recently asked in Parliament about the shortage of technicians and engineers, he pointed out that the Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) has issued regulations under CAR-147 (Basic) approving basic maintenance training organisations. He said these regulations are in line with international standards of ICAO and EASA. India also issued a record number of 1,622 commercial pilot licences in 2023, including 292 to women.
“These are all very positive signs and demonstrate the government’s commitment to building a talent pool to address the pilot shortage and improve the quality of training. The same focus should also be given to improving the skills and employability of young men and women in related fields. This requires a multi-dimensional approach to skill development, spanning sectors like aircraft maintenance technicians (AMEs), to effectively support India’s plan to become a maintenance, repair and overhaul (MRO) hub,” adds Mirchandani.
In May this year, the Airports Authority of India launched the ‘Pradipti’ internship programme to promote interest in aviation and provide young people with first-hand experience of how airports work. The aim of the initiative is to expose the youth to the practical aspects of airport infrastructure, airport operations and air traffic control services. “Such training is highly commendable as it creates interest in other segments of aviation and helps job seekers explore the diverse opportunities in the industry,” says Mirchandani, concluding, “Industry representatives, educational institutions and government bodies need to work together to meet the growing need for diverse skills in the aviation industry.”
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