Airbus signs MoU with Flytech to train drone pilots in India

Airbus on Wednesday, signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Flytech Aviation Academy, a Hyderabad based aviation training institute, to explore collaboration opportunities in Remotely Piloted Aircraft System (RPAS) training.

The MoU was signed at Aero India 2021. Airbus brings its experience in aviation training, courseware development, safety and quality standards, while Flytech offers aviation training services, including the training of Unmanned Aerial Vehicles (UAV). The two will look for synergies and provide best-in-class training to budding drone pilots, according to a press release from Airbus.

“The drone and remotely piloted aircraft industry is evolving rapidly. This increases the demand for drone pilots equipped with the necessary skills and knowledge of safety and flying regulations along with technical proficiency,” said Remi Maillard, managing director Airbus India and South Asia.


He said, Airbus is looking to participate in and contribute to the UAV ecosystem by applying the company’s expertise in line with the commitment to Skill India mission.

“The drone technology is being rapidly adopted as its potential and applicability in multiple industries and domains, including commercial entities, individuals, armed forces and government organisations is being recognised. Under this partnership, Flytech Aviation and Airbus will combine their efforts in developing the drone ecosystem in the country,” said Captain Mamatha, CEO and chief flying instructor at Flytech Aviation Academy.

The government estimates that there are 40,000 drones in the country and expects the number to reach one million in five years. That will require some 500,000 drone pilots and the new collaboration is expected to aid future demands.