Civil Aviation Minister Ram Mohan Naidu has released the second phase ranking of the DGCA Approved Flying Training Organizations (FTO). The first phase of the ranking framework was published on the 1st of October last year.

The Ministry of Civil Aviation said that the FTO Ranking system is a landmark reform aimed at strengthening training standards, enhancing safety and promoting accountability across DGCA-approved flying training institutions. It added that the initiative marks a significant step towards developing pilot training infrastructure in the country, aligned with the country’s vision of becoming a global aviation hub.

 

Sharing his vision, Mr Naidu said that his core objective in introducing an FTO ranking system in the country is to make pilot training more transparent and flying a more attractive career option for the youth. He added that his idea was to institutionalise a system that brings clarity and conviction to their decision-making.

 

The Minister said that in the next five years, India’s aviation landscape will be leaping ahead with 50 more airports, Indian carriers will induct around 500 more aircraft, and major Indian airports will evolve into transit hubs through our Hub and Spoke Policy.