Orient Flights Aviation Academy (OFAA) has opened a new flying training base at Kurnool airport, marking a major milestone as Andhra Pradesh's first flying training organisation. The new base aims to offer aspiring pilots professional training supported by modern facilities and a strong commitment to safety.
- The new flying base is the first of its kind in Andhra Pradesh.
- Minister of Civil Aviation Kinjarapu Rammohan Naidu inaugurated the facility.
- The base will provide structured, safety-focused pilot training.
- OFAA already operates a flying training base at Mysuru Airport, Karnataka.
- The inauguration included the flag-off of the inaugural flight, officially starting operations.
Who inaugurated the new flying training base at Kurnool?
The new flying training base at Kurnool airport was inaugurated by Kinjarapu Rammohan Naidu, Minister of Civil Aviation, Government of India. The event also featured other dignitaries including BC Janardhan Reddy, minister for roads and buildings and infrastructure and investments, and TG Bharath, minister for industries and commerce and food processing.
What is the significance of the new flying base in Andhra Pradesh?
This new flying training base represents the first flying training organisation in Andhra Pradesh, expanding the state's aviation training infrastructure. It provides aspiring pilots from Andhra Pradesh and neighboring regions with greater access to professional and safety-focused flight training.
What are the features of the Kurnool flying training base?
The Kurnool facility is designed to offer cadet pilots a professional training environment supported by modern learning resources and aviation-oriented infrastructure. It complements OFAA's existing flying training operations at Mysuru Airport in Karnataka.
How will the new base impact pilot training and aviation education?
The base aims to develop confident, disciplined, safety-conscious, and industry-ready aviation professionals. It supports aviation skill development and contributes to the growth of professional pilot-training infrastructure in Andhra Pradesh, strengthening OFAA's presence in South India.
Who attended the inauguration event?
Along with Minister Kinjarapu Rammohan Naidu, the event was attended by BC Janardhan Reddy, TG Bharath, Bastipati Nagaraju (MP, Kurnool), Gowru Charitha Reddy (MLA, Panyam), Vipin Kumar (Chairman AAI), Madhu Sudana Sankar (Joint Secretary, Ministry of Civil Aviation), Kona Sasidhar (Secretary to Government, Infrastructure and Investment Department, Andhra Pradesh), Praveen Adithya CV (Collector and District Magistrate, Nandyal), A Siri (Collector and District Magistrate, Kurnool), and Rajakumari Ganiya (Managing Director, APADCL).
What was the highlight of the inauguration event?
The highlight was the flag-off of the inaugural flight, which formally marked the start of flying training operations from the Kurnool base.
What are OFAA's goals with the new flying training base?
OFAA aims to provide aspiring pilots with a structured pathway to a professional aviation career, supported by quality training, modern infrastructure, and an uncompromising commitment to safety. The new base strengthens OFAA's commitment to expanding access to quality pilot training and supporting the growth of India's aviation sector.
