InterGlobe-CAE Joint Venture Launches Advanced Pilot Training Centre in Mumbai
CAE Simulation Training Private Limited (CSTPL), a joint venture between InterGlobe Enterprises and CAE, has opened a new pilot training centre in Mumbai. The facility will enhance the training capabilities for airline pilots in India, addressing the growing demand for professional pilots over the next decade.
AviationPilot TrainingSimulatorMumbaiInterglobeReal Estate MumbaiAug 27, 2025
The 44,000-square-foot centre in Mumbai, with a capacity to house up to six full-flight simulators (FFS), will begin operations in the first quarter of 2026 with two Airbus A320 simulators, a company statement said.
CSTPL already operates three commercial aviation training centres in Greater Noida, Gurugram, and Bengaluru, with a capacity to operate up to 23 full-flight simulators (FFS). The new Mumbai centre will offer comprehensive pilot training programmes on Airbus, ATR, and Boeing aircraft, including type rating, recurrent training, and proficiency checks.
CAE’s Division President for Commercial Aviation, Michel Azar-Hmouda, said, “The new Mumbai centre expands CSTPL’s ability to meet the rapidly growing demand for professional pilots in India, which would be as many as 20,000 over the next 10 years.”
InterGlobe Enterprises CEO Aditya Pande said, “We are delighted to expand CSTPL to Mumbai, in addition to our commercial aviation training centres in Greater Noida, Gurugram, and Bengaluru. InterGlobe Enterprises and CAE are committed to building an ecosystem in aviation that will cater to the growing current and future demand for training pilots in India.”
The new facility in Mumbai is a significant step in enhancing the aviation training infrastructure in India. It underscores the commitment of both InterGlobe Enterprises and CAE to meet the increasing demand for skilled pilots in the region. The centre will not only serve the needs of IndiGo Airlines but also other domestic and international carriers, contributing to the overall growth and safety of the aviation industry in India.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CAE Simulation Training Private Limited (CSTPL)?
CAE Simulation Training Private Limited (CSTPL) is a joint venture between InterGlobe Enterprises and CAE, focused on providing advanced pilot training facilities and services in India.
Where is the new pilot training centre located?
The new pilot training centre is located in Mumbai, covering 44,000 square feet with a capacity to house up to six full-flight simulators (FFS).
What types of aircraft will be covered in the training programmes?
The training programmes at the Mumbai centre will cover Airbus, ATR, and Boeing aircraft, including type rating, recurrent training, and proficiency checks.
When will the new centre in Mumbai begin operations?
The new centre in Mumbai is set to begin operations in the first quarter of 2026, initially with two Airbus A320 simulators.
What is the projected demand for professional pilots in India over the next 10 years?
The projected demand for professional pilots in India over the next 10 years is estimated to be around 20,000 pilots.
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