For the past few years, the headline has been “Aviation is recovering.” Stop reading that old news. In 2025, the recovery is finished. We are now in the era of unprecedented expansion.
If you have been waiting for the “right time” to join the aviation industry, look at the data around you. India has officially cemented its position as the world’s third-largest domestic aviation market. We are no longer just participating in the global race; we are leading it.
For students in Kerala, this isn’t just a national statistic—it’s a local reality. With new airlines launching from our own backyard and airports expanding faster than ever, the demand for skilled professionals is outpacing supply.
Here is why 2026 is the absolute best year to start your BBA or MBA in Aviation.
The biggest buzz in 2025 is the arrival of Al Hind Air. Based right here in Kerala, the Al Hind Group has received the green light (NOC) from the Civil Aviation Ministry to launch operations.
Why this matters for YOU:
Local Jobs: Unlike Delhi-based carriers, a Kerala-based airline needs headquarters staff, ground handling agents, and operations managers in Kochi, Calicut, and Kannur.
Gulf Connectivity: Their primary focus includes connecting Tier-2 cities in South India to the Gulf. This means a massive spike in need for Logistics Managers and Cargo Handlers who understand the Middle East market.
Mass Recruitment: A new airline doesn’t just hire pilots; they hire hundreds of ground staff, ticketing agents, and customer service executives before the first flight even takes off.
You can’t fly planes without places to land them. In 2014, India had 74 airports. Today, in 2026, we have 163 operational airports.
The government’s modified UDAN Scheme (Ude Desh Ka Aam Nagrik) announced in the 2025 Budget aims to connect 100 new destinations over the next decade.
The Career Opportunity: Every new airport—whether it’s a massive international hub or a small regional airstrip—needs a “Day 1” team:
Airport Managers to run the terminal.
Security (Screeners) to manage safety.
Retail Managers for duty-free and shops.
Ground Handlers for baggage and ramp operations.
This infrastructure push is creating jobs in smaller towns, meaning you don’t necessarily have to move to Mumbai or Delhi to get a high-paying aviation job.
Kerala tourism is witnessing a historic year. In 2025, domestic tourist footfall in the state reached an all-time high. Simultaneously, international travel has surged by 8.1% compared to last year.
What does this mean for Aviation Graduates? More tourists mean more chaos—unless there are skilled professionals to manage it. Airlines and travel companies are desperately hiring Travel Consultants and Guest Relation Officers who can handle premium passengers. A BBA in Aviation gives you the “Premium Service” training that a standard degree simply cannot match.
Don’t get tunnel vision on just airlines. The aviation sector supports 7.7 million jobs indirectly.
E-Commerce Logistics: Amazon and Flipkart move millions of packages by air. They need supply chain experts.
Hospitality: 5-star hotels near airports specifically recruit aviation students because they know you are trained in grooming and punctuality.
MRO (Maintenance, Repair, Overhaul): India is becoming a hub for repairing aircraft, creating thousands of technical and administrative roles.
The industry is growing, but so is the competition. By 2030, the aviation workforce requirement will double. Students who join a BBA or MBA in Airline & Airport Management now will graduate right into the peak of this hiring wave.
If you wait two more years, you will be joining the crowd. If you start now, you will be the one interviewing them.
The 2026 data is clear:
New Airlines (Al Hind Air) are hiring.
New Airports (UDAN Scheme) are opening.
Salaries are rising due to demand.
At SkyWings Academy, we ensure you are ready for this specific market. We don’t just teach you theory; we prepare you for the reality of 2025 aviation.
Don’t watch the planes from the ground. Be the one who puts them in the sky.
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