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MS Dhoni Becomes DGCA-Certified Drone Pilot After Training at Garuda Aerospace

His certification lends high-profile visibility to India's push for regulated drone flying.

Overview

  • Dhoni announced his drone pilot licence on social media on Tuesday, and Garuda Aerospace confirmed he completed the DGCA-approved course in Chennai.
  • The programme at Garuda’s Remote Pilot Training Organization blended classroom instruction with simulator sessions and supervised flights.
  • Garuda founder and CEO Agnishwar Jayaprakash described Dhoni’s certification as a milestone for the company.
  • Dhoni is both a brand ambassador for Garuda Aerospace and an investor in the drone startup.
  • Garuda Aerospace says it has trained more than 2,500 aspiring remote pilots under experienced instructors.