Overview

• Dhoni announced on Facebook on October 7 that he completed the DGCA drone pilot program with Garuda Aerospace.
• Garuda Aerospace confirmed he trained at its DGCA‑approved Remote Pilot Training Organisation in Chennai.
• The curriculum covered ground classes, simulator sessions and hands‑on flights, resulting in authorization to operate drones under regulations.
• Dhoni is both an investor in and the brand ambassador for Garuda Aerospace, which conducted his training.
• The company says its RPTO network has trained more than 2,500 pilots and runs 300‑plus Centres of Excellence, with multiple DGCA approvals for manufacturing and training.