The strategic partnership underscores Airbus’ commitment to accelerating the decarbonisation of one of the world’s fastest growing aviation markets and supporting India’s circular economy goals. The JSA is specifically designed to leverage GSV’s academic and research excellence with Airbus’ global industry expertise to create scalable, indigenous solutions for SAF production from Municipal Solid Waste feedstock.

“Our partnership with Gati Shakti Vishwavidyalaya is a strategic investment in creating a sustainable, circular economy for aviation fuel right here in India,” said Jürgen Westermeier, President and MD, Airbus India & South Asia. “This JSA marks a critical step in establishing a locally-sourced SAF supply chain, crucial for the long-term sustainability of the Indian aviation market. The collaboration will foster an environment of applied research, supporting both the ‘Make in India’ and ‘Aatmanirbhar Bharat’ initiatives in the energy sector.”

Prof. (Dr.) Manoj Choudhary, Vice Chancellor for GSV, added, “With continued strong support and involvement of industry leader Airbus, GSV shall strengthen the aviation sector in India.”

Under the agreement, Airbus is committing resources to procure advanced R&D equipment for laboratory and pilot-scale studies, hire dedicated researchers at GSV to execute the joint R&D plan as well as supporting backward linkage by providing necessary resources to a local NGO, Earth Rakshak Foundation, which will be responsible for collection and delivery of municipal solid waste from urban and rural centres for this project.

“India possesses a range of feedstock, from agricultural and municipal waste to used cooking oil, positioning it uniquely to become a global hub for SAF production. Coupled with its deep technology talent pool, the nation has the capability to innovate and scale waste-to-SAF conversion technologies rapidly. Such transition to locally-produced SAF can be a significant economic enabler that will create new industries and ultimately contribute to India’s long-term energy sovereignty,” said Julien Manhes, Head of Sustainable Aviation Fuels and Carbon Dioxide Removal, Airbus.

The collaboration is expected to establish a strong indigenous capability in SAF technology, paving the way for a self-reliant future for Indian aviation.

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Bengaluru, 30 September 2025: Air India and Airbus have inaugurated an advanced pilot training center at the Air India Aviation Training Academy in Gurugram, Haryana. This state-of-the-art facility will train more than 5,000 new pilots over the next decade to support the exponential growth of commercial aviation in India.

The 50:50 joint venture facility was inaugurated by the Hon’ble Minister of Civil Aviation Kinjarapu Rammohan Naidu in the presence of Christian Scherer, Chief Executive Officer, Commercial Aircraft, Airbus, Campbell Wilson, MD & CEO, Air India and other dignitaries from Tata Group, Air India and Airbus.

The new 12,000 sq metre center will be equipped with 10 Full Flight Simulators (FFSs), along with advanced classrooms and briefing rooms. The facility is designed to train pilots for the Airbus A320 and A350 aircraft families and its courses are approved by both the DGCA and EASA, ensuring that India’s pilot training meets the highest global standards. The facility is currently equipped with two Full Flight Simulators for Airbus A320 family aircraft. The remaining six A320 simulators and two A350 simulators will be installed progressively.

Jürgen Westermeier, President & Managing Director, Airbus India and South Asia, said: “We are very proud to partner with Air India and the Tata Group on this critical infrastructure project. The inauguration of the training center is a testament to our shared vision for the future of Indian aviation. This is more than a joint venture; it is a strategic investment in the future of the Indian aerospace industry itself. India is a strategic powerhouse for Airbus, and this state-of-the-art facility is a testament to our belief in its immense potential.”

Campbell Wilson, MD & CEO, Air India, said: “Air India is in an expansion mode with 570 new aircraft on order and the new pilot training centre at our Aviation Training Academy in Gurugram, a part of which is being executed with Airbus, will help train and upskill pilots who will fuel Air India’s ambition of becoming a world-class airline. This facility is a major step forward in our transformation journey and in making Air India and the Indian aviation industry more self-reliant. With our partners Airbus, we are playing our part in building the aviation infrastructure that India needs as one of the world’s fastest-growing aviation markets.”

With this training center, Air India is consolidating its pilot training infrastructure from across the country into the Aviation Training Academy in Gurugram.

The Air India Aviation Training Academy is South Asia’s biggest aviation training academy. It was set up in 2024 and is currently training over 2,000 aviation professionals every day. The academy is expected to train over 50,000 aviation professionals including pilots, cabin crew, ground handling, engineering, and security staff, over the next few years. With world-class equipment and the latest technology, the training academy currently provides immersive industry-best training with safety as a core focus.

The aviation academy has best-in-class equipment for immersive training on Safety and Emergency Procedures (SEP) along with service training, grooming, voice, and accent training for cabin crew. Training for ground and security staff covers key functions such as departure control, customer service, airport security, and refreshers.

In addition, Air India is also in the process of setting up South Asia’s largest Flying Training Organisation (FTO) at Amravati in Maharashtra. The DGCA-licensed FTO at Amravati’s Belora airport will target to graduate 180 commercial pilots every year, helping fulfil demand for pilots as Air India expands its fleet.

A new Basic Maintenance Training Organization (BMTO) is also coming up near Air India’s new Maintenance, Repair and Overhaul (MRO) facility in Bengaluru that will be operational in FY27. The BMTO will offer a two-year integrated Aircraft Maintenance Engineering (AME) program certified by DGCA followed by two years of practical on-job training at the MRO.

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Participating in a Town Hall meeting with the Aerospace team at the Aequs campus here recently, Mike Broetzmann, Head of Procurement and Supply Chain Transformation, Airbus Aerostructures GmbH, acknowledged the effort of the team members for the success of the project.

Commenting on the achievement Rajeev Kaul, Managing Director, Aequs Limited said: “This recognition underscores the trust our customer, Airbus places in us and highlights the dedication of the entire team at Aequs. Delivering critical components on time and at specified quality standards is not just a responsibility but a commitment that drives us every day. This milestone is a testament to the strength of our people, processes, and partnerships.”  

Over the years, Aequs has consistently demonstrated its ability to develop complex products, deliver precision-engineered components, and clear stringent qualification checks for its components.

Aequs’ aerospace manufacturing ecosystem located in Belagavi, India, offers a unique advantage by housing machining, forging, surface treatment, and assembly operations within a single Special Economic Zone (SEZ).

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This collaboration marks a pivotal moment in India’s aviation journey, further strengthening the global confidence in the country’s industrial potential. The partnership between Mahindra Aerostructures and Airbus underscores India’s progress in the aviation sector and our steadfast commitment to the ‘Make in India’ and ‘Atmanirbhar Bharat’ initiatives spearheaded by Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi.

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Commenting on this development, Mr. Vivek Chaand Sehgal, Chairman Motherson, said,  “We are proud to be recognised as a Tier 1 supplier to Airbus commercial aircraft, and I would like to express my heartfelt gratitude to Airbus for their trust in Motherson. This significant achievement highlights Motherson’s manufacturing capabilities, high-quality standards, and commitment to timely delivery. Our team is committed to delivering the highest quality components and assemblies. We look forward to strengthening our partnership.”

Mr. Kunal Bajaj, President, of Motherson’s Aerospace Business Division, said, This Tier 1 status with Airbus Commercial is expected to drive significant growth in our business with them. This new status reflects our ongoing investments in advanced manufacturing technologies and quality systems to serve our global aerospace customers and their growing production needs. The recent recognition underscores our commitment to excellence and strategic role in the aerospace supply chain.”

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