The Hindu National · DistrictNews · 2026-09-03
Former Indian Air Force Group Captain Abhinandan Varthaman joins regional
Former Indian Air Force Group Captain Abhinandan Varthaman joins regional airline FLY91 as pilot. He was honoured with the Vir Chakra award in 2021. Mr.Varthaman downed an enemy jet during an aerial combat with Pakistan in 2019 and was held captive for three days in that country. He joined the airline as a pilot in August, sources told PTI. Former IAF Group Captain Abhinandan Varthaman joins FLY91 as a pilot, enhancing the regional airline's team.
Why it matters. This highlights the career transition of a prominent military war hero into the civilian aviation sector, drawing significant public and media interest.
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