Four trainee pilots of 32nd Dornier Operational Flying Training course, including a woman pilot graduated as 'Fully operational MR Pilots' at a passing out ceremony held at INS Garuda on 10 February 2023. The trainee pilots underwent one month of ground training phase followed by six months of flying training at INAS 550. Cmde K Sri Vatsa, Commanding Officer, INS Garuda was chief guest for the ceremony and presented awards. Lt Ishan Dua and Lt Ojas Kulkarni were adjudged 'First in Flying' and 'First in Ground Subjects' respectively. FOCINC South Rolling trophy in memory of late Lt Simon George Pynumootil for 'Most Spirited Trainee' of Dornier Operational Flying Training Course was presented to Lt S Sreenath.
