A group of pilots from Akasa Air has raised concerns regarding alleged issues related to training and safety standards at the airline, prompting them to seek the intervention of the Civil Aviation Ministry. However, the airline has strongly denied these allegations, calling them baseless and untrue. 

Akasa Air, which has been operating for over two years, previously faced similar pilot-related issues, and this time, the group of pilots has claimed that 84 pilots resigned on one day’s notice.

In response, an Akasa Air spokesperson issued a statement on Saturday, refuting the claims, saying, “We categorically deny these allegations as baseless and untrue. Nor do they represent the views of Akasa pilots.”

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The airline also highlighted that 324 pilots have joined the airline since October 2023, and it has maintained an annualized attrition rate of less than 1 percent for pilots during this period.

The concerned pilots sent a letter on December 11 to Civil Aviation Minister K. Rammohan Naidu, requesting an independent investigation into the airline’s management practices, training methods, and safety protocols. 

In defense, Akasa Air emphasised that its monthly employee surveys show pilots consistently report the highest job satisfaction levels among all employee groups, which they believe reflects the positive impact of its supportive work culture.

The airline further stated that the low number of pilots leaving for other opportunities throughout 2024 further underscores their satisfaction. “This dedication is further evidenced by the minimal number of pilots seeking opportunities outside of Akasa Air throughout 2024,” it added.

Akasa Air also pointed out that in October, the Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) had imposed a Rs 30 lakh fine on the airline for certain lapses in crew training.

Currently, Akasa Air operates a fleet of 26 aircraft and serves 27 destinations, including five international cities.

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