Today, Air India’s Dreamliner aircraft B787-8 was flying from Ahmedabad to London, but it crashed while taking off. Let us tell you, there were a total of 242 people on board. Which also included 2 pilots and 10 cabin crew. This aircraft had taken off from Ahmedabad at 1:39 pm from runway 23.
Some time later, a ‘MAYDAY’ signal was sent to ATC from the aircraft. After this, when the air traffic control tried to contact the plane, there was no response to their call. But do you know how much a pilot at Air India, one of India’s major airlines, earns? Becoming a pilot is a dream profession, but with it comes responsibility and hard work.
Pilot Salary In Air India
The salary of a pilot in Air India depends on many things, such as how much experience you have. What is your rank (like captain or first officer)? How many hours can you fly a flight? Whereas service on international or domestic routes, such as aircraft type (Boeing 787, Airbus A320)
Captain and First Officer Salary
According to media reports, the initial salary of a trainee or junior first officer is Rs 50,000, along with allowances ranging from Rs 1,500 to Rs 1,950 per month. This gradually increases according to the training time and flying experience. The first officer typically receives a salary of ₹3 lakh to ₹5 lakh per month, which varies according to the flight hours and experience.
An experienced captain’s salary can range from ₹4 lakh to ₹10 lakh or more per month. Captains working on international routes also get bonuses. Additionally, free or concessional air tickets are available for themselves and their family.
HRA and DA
Insurance and medical benefits, along with the expenses of staying abroad. Later, pension and gratuity schemes are also available. The salary of a pilot in Air India increases rapidly with time. A pilot who earns ₹2 lakh per month initially can reach ₹8-10 lakh per month in 10-15 years.
