Class 12 Physics & Math requirement for becoming commercial pilot might be scrapped: Report
The Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) is planning to make a significant change in the requirements for commercial pilot licence training in India. According to a recent report, the DGCA is considering scrapping the current rule that requires students to have studied Physics and Math in Class 12 to be eligible for commercial pilot training. This means that students who have pursued Arts or Commerce streams in Class 12 may soon be eligible to pursue a career in commercial aviation.
For decades, commercial pilot training in India has been restricted to students who have studied Science and Math in Class 12. This has led to a shortage of pilots in the industry, with many aspiring pilots being unable to pursue their dreams due to the rigid requirements. However, the DGCA’s proposed change could open up new opportunities for students from all streams to become commercial pilots.
The decision to scrap the Physics and Math requirement is reportedly being taken to increase the pool of eligible candidates for commercial pilot training. The DGCA has been facing a shortage of pilots in recent years, which has led to a surge in demand for pilots from airlines and other aviation companies. By relaxing the eligibility criteria, the DGCA hopes to attract more students to the field and address the shortage of pilots.
Currently, students who want to become commercial pilots must have a minimum of 10+2 (Science) qualification, with Physics and Math as compulsory subjects. They must also have a valid medical certificate and have completed a minimum of 250 hours of flight training. However, if the DGCA’s proposed change is implemented, students from all streams will be eligible to pursue a career in commercial aviation.
The proposed change is seen as a positive step by many in the aviation industry. “This is a great move by the DGCA,” said Captain Kapil Sharma, a senior pilot with a major airline. “It will open up new opportunities for students from all streams to pursue a career in commercial aviation. We need more pilots in the industry, and this change will help address the shortage.”
The change is also expected to benefit women and students from rural areas, who may not have had access to Science and Math education in the past. “This change will be a game-changer for women and students from rural areas who want to pursue a career in commercial aviation,” said Dr. Anuradha Choudhary, a professor of education. “It will open up new opportunities for them to pursue their dreams and become pilots.”
While the proposed change is seen as a positive step, some experts have raised concerns about the potential impact on the quality of pilots. “We need to ensure that the quality of pilots is not compromised,” said Captain S.K. Jain, a retired pilot. “We need to have a robust training system in place to ensure that pilots are equipped to handle the demands of commercial flying.”
The DGCA is expected to make a final decision on the proposed change in the coming months. If implemented, the change could have a significant impact on the aviation industry in India, opening up new opportunities for students from all streams to pursue a career in commercial aviation.
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