Question : ABSORPTION OF IAF PILOTS IN AIR INDIA

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(a)Whether the Indian Air Force (IAF) has submitted a draft Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) for consideration of permanent absorption of IAF pilots in Air India as reported in the `Asian Age` dated November 04, 2006 ;

(b) If so, the details and the facts thereof; and

(c) The response of Air India in this regard ?

MINISTER OF STATE (INDEPENDENT CHARGE) OF THE MINISTRY OF CIVIL AVIATION(SHRI PRAFUL PATEL)

(a),(b) and (c): Air India is in the process of concluding the terms and conditions for pilots from Indian Air Force and Indian Navy leading to permanent absorption in Air India.