siliconindia | |October 201819ations. Hence, these equipment help them gather situational experiences and become adept pilots with ace skills". The institute has even signed a MoU with ALSIM, France to ex-pand its simulator business, and aims to attain the common objective of attaining world-class internationally recognized pilot training stand-ards in India.Milton continues, "When it comes to aviation training, we are self-suffi cient right from CPL to multi-engine ratings and simulator requirements. Everything at OFAA is hands-on training". OFAA's highly experienced fl ight instructors and ground trainers give each aviation enthusiast undivided, personalized attention to succor them in completing designated fl ying hours at a record pace and prepare them for various skill tests conducted by DGCA. The students are exposed to Computer Based Training (CBT) programs and online testing methodologies as well. Being a MRO (Maintenance, Repair & Overhaul), CAR-145 organization, OFAA not only educates pilots for commercial fl ying, but also enhances their engineering abilities pertaining to all aircrafts. In-house trained engineers deliver tech-centric trainings, which prove to be an extra hand for student pilots and help them in trouble-shooting aircraft problems without any delays. Excellence in MakingTo be able to fl y a mechanical bird is a technically complex profession, but OFAA ensures that every fl ight makes a perfect landing with com-plete precision. Concentrating on the students, OFAA trains them in a ho-listic spectrum for edifying situation-al awareness, quick decision-making skills, leadership fi nesse, confi dence, teamwork and technical expertise. OFAA provides classes for Hindi, foreign languages, Spoken English, Personality Development Grooming and invites industry experts for ren-dering self-Development sessions. On the fl ip side, calling different airlines' HRs within the premises spins the placement wheel, but the institute keeps the placement choice fl exible and allows commercial pi-lots to explore opportunities as per their capabilities. "Since commercial fl ying is the most sought-after Profession now, many aspirants complete CPL and prefer securing placement in private airlines. Most of our pilots are placed in companies that are best in the industry," elucidates Milton. Placement of at least one engineer from Hindustan Institute of Engineering Technology (One of the fi rst Aircraft Maintenance Engineering College established in 1968) in almost every airline company in the world testifi es the excellence and expertise delivered by Hindustan Group.With a strong Alumni network spread across numerous countries, including Malaysia, Sri Lanka, Singapore and many more, OFAA takes pride in conferring valuable contribution to aviation industry and has been recognized with prestigious `Best Institute of the Year in Aviation Training' at Indian Education Awards 2017 and `Symbol of Excellence in Educating & Skilling India's Future' at ET ­ Best Education Brands 2017. Additionally, it was selected amongst `Fast 50 India's Most Promising Brand 2017' by Process Research and Evaluators of WCRC (World Consulting & Research Corporation). Exemplifying such excellence, no wonder, OFAA won the `Best Aviation Training Institute' at Times Education Icons 2018.On the expansion scale, the aviation school is planning to land new aircrafts such as Diamond (DA) 42, Cessna 172 four-seated & eight-seated jet aircrafts along with hiring experienced, Flight Instructors for quality practical training. "Because it is our 25th success year, we are planning to restart our Charter Operations and increase the fl eet size by four-fi ve aircrafts," concludes Milton. to attain the common objective of attaining world-class internationally recognized pilot training stand-Milton continues, "When it comes to aviation training, we airlines' HRs within the premises THE ONLY PRIVATE FLYING SCHOOL WITH FOUR SIMULATORS, OFAA ENSURES THAT EACH PILOT PERFECTS AVIATION DEXTERITY AND PRACTICAL COMPETENCE BY DEPLOYING EXTRA HOURS ON ADVANCED SIMULATORS AND PRACTICE FLYING IN DIFFERENT SCENARIOS
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