Women make up 17.5% of IndiGo’s pilots, with over 1,000 women pilots

In the airline, women represent 45%+ of its overall workforce, 30%+ of airport operations staff, and almost 25% of its Operations Control Centre workforce.

IndiGo announced that it now has over 1,000 women pilots in its workforce, becoming the first and only airline in India to reach this milestone. At IndiGo, women pilots represent 17.5% of the total pilot workforce, which is more than thrice the global average. 

The airline continues to expand equal opportunities across roles with women representing over 45% of its overall workforce. Beyond the cockpit, women make over 30% of airport operations staff, almost 25% of its Operations Control Centre workforce, over 20% in finance, more than 15% in digital, with more than 23% women representation in leadership positions.

Sukhjit Singh Pasricha, Group Chief Human Resources Officer, IndiGo, said: “On International Women’s Day, we are proud to announce that IndiGo now has over 1,000 women pilots, among the highest in the world. This milestone truly reflects the spirit of Girl Power at IndiGo. As we continue to give wings to the nation, we remain committed to creating more opportunities for talented women to soar and shape the future of aviation.”

IndiGo also launched a special film on Girl Power Observing International Women’s Day, depicting women of IndiGo, celebrating moments that gave them their wings.

The airline runs several initiatives under the umbrella of EMBRACE (Equity, Multiculturalism, Belonging, Respect, Accessibility, Community, Empowerment), which includes Girl Power. The airline is also said to encourages gender equality, champions the strengths of Persons with Disabilities (PwDs) and fosters an inclusive work environment for people from across communities.