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Govt. reports 13,989 pilots employed by major domestic airlines; cites reasons for foreign pilot hiring.
Summary
The Ministry of Civil Aviation reported that six major domestic airlines employ 13,989 pilots. The government explained the rationale behind hiring foreign pilots, citing fleet expansions and operational needs.
Key Points
- Six major domestic airlines employ 13,989 pilots.
- The information was provided by MoS Civil Aviation Murlidhar Mohol.
- Airlines hire foreign pilots due to fleet expansions and operational requirements.
Full Article
MoS Civil Aviation Murlidhar Mohol said the rationale behind airlines hiring foreign pilots, inter alia, is the requirement of a specific type-rated pilot in light of fleet expansions and time-bound operational requirements.
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