Air India Announces Pay Hikes for Pilots, Raises Salary by Up to 15% Air India's decision to hike pilot salaries by up to 15% may seem like a welcome move, but it's clear this is less about rewarding hard work than trying to stem the tide of talent drain in the industry.
The airline has long struggled with staffing issues, particularly on its B737 fleet. To address these shortages, Air India has implemented measures aimed at making Air India Express more attractive to pilots.
Command upgrades for first officers and increased pay rates beyond 40 hours of flying are among the changes.