Haryana Institute of Civil Aviation (HICA)

What Haryana Institute of Civil Aviation (HICA) does

Haryana Institute of Civil Aviation (HICA) is a state-government society registered under the Societies Registration Act, 1860, operating under the Civil Aviation Department, Government of Haryana. Founded in 1966 following the reorganization of Punjab, HICA runs DGCA-approved flight training programs at three campuses — Karnal, Pinjore, and Hisar — using a small fleet of Cessna-152 and Cessna-172-R aircraft supplemented by S712 and ATC-710 flight simulators. Core products are Private Pilot Licence (PPL) and Commercial Pilot Licence (CPL) training, supported by ground-school instruction and night-flying hours; entry criteria are 10th standard for PPL and 10+2 (Physics & Maths) for CPL, with a 17-year minimum age for solo flight. Beyond training, the department operates a state VIP transport fleet (King Air B200GT VT-HCA, EC-145 helicopters) and manages multiple Haryana airfields (Hisar, Karnal, Panchkula, Bhiwani, Narnaul), with Hisar Airport currently being upgraded under the Integrated Aviation Hub project with environmental clearance from MoEFCC.

HICA's revenue model is hybrid: usage-based flight training fees (₹9,000–11,500 per hour for aircraft, ₹1,500–3,200 per simulator session), one-time admission and ground-school charges (₹20,000 admission, ₹50,000 security deposit, ₹15,000–30,000 ground school), plus recurring government grants from the Government of Haryana, Government of India, and sponsoring ministries such as the Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment (which subsidizes SC/ST trainees). Go-to-market is government-led — direct admissions via prospectus, official website, and public notices — targeting Haryana-domicile candidates primarily, with a recent operational pivot toward RCS-UDAN regional connectivity through an Alliance Air partnership on routes such as Hisar-Jaipur, Hisar-Chandigarh, Hisar-Ayodhya, and Hisar-Nanded. Pricing is materially below private flying-club benchmarks, reinforcing HICA's positioning as the state's affordable, regulatory-backed training and aviation-infrastructure vehicle rather than a commercial enterprise.

Name

Haryana Institute of Civil Aviation (HICA)

Legal name

Haryana Institute of Civil Aviation (HICA)

Website

https://haraviation.gov.in

Company type

Private

Founded year

1966

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

HICA is a Haryana state-government flight training society, founded 1966, operating DGCA-approved PPL and CPL programs across Karnal, Pinjore, and Hisar using Cessna trainers and simulators, while also managing state airfields, VIP transport, and UDAN regional flights.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Aviation Training Services

NAICS

Flight Training (611512), Support Activities for Air Transportation (4881), Nonscheduled Air Transportation (4812)

SIC

Airports, Flying Fields & Airport Terminal Services (4581), Air Transportation, Nonscheduled (4522)

akta.pro industry

PRIMARYEDAOAFAE

Aircraft Inspection, Quality Assurance & Airworthiness (IA Prep)

Education/Vocational, Technical & Trade Education/Aviation Maintenance & Repair (AMT)

SECONDARYBPAIALAE

Aviation Infrastructure Agencies (Public Airports, Airfield Ops, Ground Access)

Business & Public Services/Public Sector & Government Administration/Transportation & Infrastructure Agencies (Roads, Transit, Public Works)

Keywords

• Aviation training services
• Pilot licensing programs
• Flight simulator training
• Government flight school
• Commercial pilot training

Headquarters

HQ city

Chandigarh

HQ country

India

HQ region

Asia

Offices4 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Infrastructure, Technology or R&D, Others

Revenue model

1. Flight Training Fees: Hourly aircraft rental fees for Cessna-152 and Cessna-172-R aircraft during flight training. General students pay ₹ 9000-10,000/hour depending on aircraft type.
2. Admission and Registration Fees: Non-refundable admission fee of ₹ 20,000, flying security deposit of ₹ 50,000, and temporary admission fee of ₹ 5,000 charged at enrollment.
3. Ground School Charges: Ground school fees for PPL training at ₹ 15,000 and CPL training at ₹ 30,000.
4. Simulator Training Fees: Simulator charges for Single Engine (₹ 2000-2000) and Multi Engine (₹ 3200) aircraft types, plus ATC-710 at ₹ 1500.
5. Night Flying Charges: Additional night flying charges of ₹ 1500 per hour, with fixed charges of ₹ 2500 per day when utilizing night facilities at HICA centers.
6. Government Grants: Funding from Government of Haryana, Government of India, or other State Governments as grants for institute operations.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels2 records

Marketing channels5 records

Core offering

HICA is a state-government-run flight training institute that delivers DGCA-approved Private Pilot Licence (PPL) and Commercial Pilot Licence (CPL) programs using Cessna-152, Cessna-172-R, and King Air B200GT aircraft, supplemented by S712 and ATC-710 flight simulators and EC-145 helicopters. The institute also conducts ground school, night flying, and simulator training, and operates government VIP aircraft on behalf of the State of Haryana across its Karnal, Hisar, and Pinjore airfields.

Product overview

HICA is a government-run aviation training institute under the Civil Aviation Department, Government of Haryana. It operates as a Flight Training Organization (FTO) providing pilot training programs at multiple campuses (Karnal, Hisar, and Pinjore). The core offerings include Private Pilot License (PPL) and Commercial Pilot License (CPL) training using Cessna-152 and Cessna-172-R aircraft, supplemented by simulator training (S712 and ATC-710) and ground school instruction. Additionally, HICA supports state aircraft operations for VIP transport using King Air B200GT and EC-145 helicopters. Training is available at three locations: Karnal, Hisar, and Pinjore, with the main office in Chandigarh.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Private Pilot Licence (PPL) Training A DGCA-approved Private Pilot Licence training program for individual student pilots, delivered using Cessna-152 and Cessna-172-R aircraft across the Karnal, Hisar, and Pinjore airfields, designed to produce licensed private pilots for personal and recreational flying.
• Commercial Pilot Licence (CPL) Training A DGCA-approved Commercial Pilot Licence training program for individual student pilots aspiring to enter commercial aviation, combining flight time on Cessna trainers, King Air B200GT, and EC-145 helicopters with simulator and ground school instruction at Karnal, Hisar, and Pinjore.
• Flight Simulator Training Procedural and instrument flight training using HICA's S712 and ATC-710 flight simulators, available to student pilots enrolled in HICA's PPL and CPL programs to supplement aircraft-based flight time.
• Ground School Training Classroom-based aeronautical theory instruction covering subjects required for DGCA pilot licensing examinations, delivered to HICA's PPL and CPL students.
• Night Flying Training Night flying instruction provided as part of HICA's pilot licensing curriculum, enabling student pilots to meet DGCA night-flying hour requirements.
• State VIP Aircraft Operations State VIP air transport service operated on behalf of the Government of Haryana using HICA's King Air B200GT and EC-145 helicopters to provide official air travel for state dignitaries.
• Airfield Management Services

Quantifiable outcome

• Aerodrome License for Hisar Airport extended till 12-03-2026
• +1 more outcomes

Named customers3 records

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles2 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature4 records

Partnerships

Five partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• Airport Authority of India (AAI)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerAAI is a key partner for airport infrastructure development and operational coordination. The Civil Aviation Department works with AAI for air connectivity projects and UDAN (Regional Connectivity Scheme) operations.
• Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerDGCA is the regulatory authority overseeing pilot licensing and flight training standards. HICA operates under DGCA regulations for Private Pilot Licence and Commercial Pilot Licence training programs.
• Ministry of Civil Aviation (MOCA)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerMOCA provides policy direction and scheme implementation including RCS-UDAN for regional connectivity. MoU signed with MOCA and AAI for UDAN operations.
• Alliance AircoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorAlliance Air operates scheduled commercial flights from Hisar Airport on routes including Hisar-Jaipur, Hisar-Chandigarh, Hisar-Ayodhya. The Civil Aviation Department provides Book My Ticket link on website for passenger bookings.
• Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment, GoIminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerCentral government ministry sponsoring SC/ST candidates for pilot training at HICA. Students sponsored by this ministry receive flight training at same rates as general category.

Scale indicators3 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights4 records

Broad incumbents

• Air India Aviation Academy: Airline-sponsored pilot training academy operated by Air India offering integrated cadet programs. Comparable as a DGCA-approved PPL/CPL provider in India with a direct industry placement pathway, though much larger and corporate-backed.
• CAE India (CAE Simulation Training): Global aviation training leader operating pilot training centers in India (e.g., Bengaluru) with full-flight simulators and integrated cadet programs. Comparable as a commercial FTO serving Indian pilot aspirants, though at a larger, international scale.

Direct peers

• Rajiv Gandhi Academy for Aviation Technology (RGAAT): Kerala government aviation training institution offering PPL and CPL with a Cessna and Diamond fleet at CIAL Kochi. Comparable as a state-government-run FTO delivering pilot licensing on similar platforms.
• Bombay Flying Club: One of India's oldest flying clubs, operating DGCA-approved pilot training out of Juhu Aerodrome, Mumbai. Comparable as a legacy Indian FTO offering PPL/CPL with similar Cessna-based training fleet.
• Ahmedabad Aviation & Aeronautics Ltd (AAAL): Gujarat-based private FTO at Mehsana airfield offering PPL, CPL, and instrument rating using Cessna aircraft. Comparable as an Indian regional FTO with similar fleet and DGCA-approved training programs.
• National Flying Training Institute (NFTI) Gondia: Public-private FTO at Gondia, Maharashtra, operating a fleet of Cessna 172R and Diamond DA42 aircraft for PPL/CPL. Comparable as a DGCA-approved Indian FTO delivering integrated ab-initio training using a similar Cessna trainer base.
• Indira Gandhi Aviation Academy (IGAA): DGCA-approved FTO at Amby Valley airstrip providing PPL and CPL training. Comparable as an Indian flight training organization with similar Cessna-based fleet and DGCA-aligned curriculum for ab-initio pilots.
• Madhya Pradesh Flying Club: State-government flying club providing PPL and other aviation courses at Bhopal and Indore. Comparable as a regional state-government flight training body with similar fee structure and DGCA alignment.
• Indira Gandhi Rashtriya Uran Akademi (IGRUA): Central government FTO under the Ministry of Civil Aviation offering PPL, CPL, and instructor rating programs at Rae Bareli. Comparable to HICA as a government-run flight training organization in India with similar DGCA-approved curriculum and subsidized structure.

Regional players

• Flight Simulation Technique Centre (FSTC): India-based FTO affiliated with Jawaharlal Nehru Technological University providing integrated pilot training with simulator components. Comparable in curriculum and simulator usage even though private rather than government-run.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

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