Have you thought that we should get world-class pilot training in India itself, that too on advanced simulators, and we can see our own airlines on global standards? Now this dream seems to be coming true. Adani Group and Prime Aero Services are together taking majority stake worth around ₹820 crore in Flight Simulation Technique Center (FSTC) — this deal can strengthen India’s aviation strength manifold. FSTC is India’s largest independent flight-training and simulation company, with 11 advanced full-flight simulators, 17 training aircraft, both DGCA and EASA international certifications, and high-tech centers — simulation centers in Gurugram and Hyderabad, as well as two large flying schools in Bhiwani and Narnaul. Adani aims to build a fully integrated aviation service platform: civil aircraft maintenance, general aviation MRO, defense MRO, and now pilot training — all under one roof. This step can take India’s defense and commercial aviation sector to a new level. In the coming years, when airlines can bring 1500+ new aircraft, the demand for pilots will increase, training infrastructure will be strengthened, and advanced military simulation, mission rehearsals will be possible in the defense sector. If you think that this is not just a business deal but a GAME-CHANGER in the direction of preparing India’s next generation defense and commercial pilots.

Big news for air travelers – Aviation Turbine Fuel (ATF) has become expensive once again since December. Oil Marketing Companies (IOC, BPCL and HPCL) have increased ATF prices for the third consecutive month, due to which the operating costs of airlines have increased further. The new city-wise rates are as follows: ATF in Delhi is ₹99,676.77 per kilolitre, Kolkata is at ₹1,02,371.02 per kilolitre, Mumbai is at ₹93,281.04 per kilolitre, and Chennai is the highest at ₹1,03,301.80 per kilolitre. This month, ATF prices have increased by an average of ₹ 5,113.75 per kilolitre, which can have a big impact on the budget of airlines. Since fuel cost forms the largest part of airlines’ expenses, the impact of this increase can also be seen on the prices of air tickets in the future. Know in this video why ATF became expensive, what effect it will have on airlines, and what further changes can be seen on airfare. Watch the video till the end for complete information.