Boeing to Get a USD 80 billion Order from India: Pilot Demand to be Boosted Big Time
There is significant buzz that India could place one of the largest single-country orders with the aircraft manufacturing giant, Boeing. Following the announcement of an interim trade framework between India and the US, Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal said India will place orders for Boeing aircraft valued at USD 70-80 billion, bringing the total order value to USD 100 billion, including engines and spare parts. With India set to place a large order for Boeing commercial aircraft, it will directly impact demand for pilots in India. A lot of speculation has been going around the fact that there is a shortage of pilots in India and with such a big order just around the corner, it is not that hard to imagine how big an opportunity it is for aspiring pilots. This blog will help you better understand the trade deal between the two nations and how it will support job creation for pilots and other aviation staff .