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Air India & Airbus To Build Largest Pilot Training Centre In South Asia

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In a major milestone, Air India, under the ownership of Tata, is on the verge of finalizing talks with the renowned European aerospace company Airbus. The collaboration aims to establish a groundbreaking joint venture for the development of the largest pilot training center in South Asia.

A large financial commitment of about Rs 3,500 crore will be required for this strategic partnership. Both Air India and Airbus will own 50% of the newly established company, demonstrating a cooperative and fair effort on both sides..

According to the report, the facility will start out with six simulators for the Airbus A320 and A350 family of aircraft. When it comes to operating simulators, it will eventually be able to run up to 20, which will make it one of the biggest in South Asia.Additionally, Air India will utilise the facility, but it will also be accessible to other Airbus clients.

Additionally, Air India and US-based L3 Harris are in discussions to establish a second joint venture for the purpose of training pilots for Boeing aircraft, including the 737, 777, and 787. The facility become a centre of excellence in the region.

The pilot training facility offers ab initio, type-rated, and recurrent training and is positioned strategically to meet a variety of training needs. A pilot must complete ab initio training in order to obtain a licence, and type-rated training guarantees competence in flying a particular class of aircraft.

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Qatar Airways Adds Direct Toronto-Amritsar Flights with Stopover in Doha

Qatar Airways has made travel easier for passengers by announcing a new three-weekly non-stop service between Toronto, Canada, and Doha, Qatar, starting on December 11, 2024.

This new route provides seamless connectivity for travelers heading to Amritsar, offering a convenient alternative for the Punjabi diaspora in Toronto who wish to avoid the hassles of transiting through Delhi airport.

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In a joint press release, Anantdeep Singh Dhillon, FlyAmritsar Initiative North America Convener, and Sameep Singh Gumtala, Global Convener, highlighted that this new route addresses the long-standing demand for better travel options to Punjab.

With this service, Amritsar will now have ten weekly flights to Canada via Doha, making the journey simpler and more comfortable for travelers who previously had to deal with long road trips, multiple layovers, and extended check-ins.

Flight Schedule and Connectivity

The qatar air line from Amritsar will depart at 4:10 a.m. (local time) and arrive in Doha at 6:05 a.m. (local time). After a layover of 3 hours and 45 minutes, passengers will board the qatar airways flight from Doha to Toronto at 9:50 a.m. (local time) on Wednesdays, Fridays, and Sundays, landing in Toronto the same day at 3:55 p.m. (local time).

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On the return journey, the qatar airlines will depart from Toronto at 8:00 p.m. (local time) and arrive in Doha at 4:30 p.m. (local time) the following day. From there, passengers will catch the connecting flight to Amritsar at 8:40 p.m. (local time), reaching their destination by 2:40 a.m. (local time). The total travel time qatar seatmap for the journey is approximately 20 hours and 10 minutes.

This new route is a significant relief for travelers who have often faced the challenges of long road journeys to Delhi, lengthy layovers, and multiple check-ins. By streamlining the travel process, qatar Airways ensures a smoother and faster journey, enhancing the overall travel experience for passengers traveling between Canada and Punjab.