The Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) has released its inaugural ranking of Flying Training Organisations (FTOs) in India, revealing that none of the 35 assessed received the top ratings of A or A. Of these, 13 FTOs were rated B, while 22 fell into the C category, indicating significant room for improvement in operational aspects, safety standards, and compliance. The rankings, which will be updated biannually, highlight the need for FTOs to enhance their performance, particularly those receiving C ratings, as they will be issued notices for self-evaluation. This first assessment underscores the importance of elevating pilot training standards in India to ensure safety and quality in aviation.