BAA Training likely to set up pilot training center in India – Airlines/Aviation News

BAA Training, a global aviation training provider, is considering establishing a pilot training centre in India to capitalise on the predicted surge in air travel demand in the country.

The Lithuania-based training academy currently operates pilot simulator centers in Spain, France, Lithuania, and Vietnam, alongside consultancy centers in India, located in Gurugram, Mumbai, and Bengaluru.

“With India’s aviation market booming, we are ready to advance our expansion strategy by opening additional consultancy centers as needed to meet demand,” said Marijus Ravoitis, CEO of BAA Training, in an email interview with FE.

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BAA Training aims to train approximately 500 pilots annually for Indian carriers.

“Based on the response and enrolment levels for Ab Initio training, we will assess the demand and determine the required investment to provide local training, independently or in partnership with various airlines,” Ravoitis added.

Currently, BAA Training supports over 100 airlines and 300 private clients annually, delivering 100,000 flight hours and Type Ratings for more than 1,200 pilots. Its offerings include ATPL Integrated, CPL Modular, MPL and the Indian Cadet Program, as well as Type Rating training for Airbus and Boeing aircraft types.

India’s aviation sector is expanding rapidly, with at least two aircraft being added to fleets weekly. However, the industry faces a significant pilot shortage, with 1,300 aircraft on order and nearly 15 pilots needed per aircraft. This translates to an estimated shortfall of 2,500-3,000 pilots in the near future. CAPA India, an aviation advisory firm, predicts that India will require 10,900 additional pilots by FY30, bringing the total requirement to 19,400 pilots.

Tata Group-controlled Air India is setting up the largest flying training organisation in Amravati, Maharashtra, expected to begin operations by late 2025. This facility aims to train 180 commercial pilots annually.

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