Mysore/Mysuru, Dec. 15 -- * No word yet on shifting flying school to Mysuru, says Airport Director

* Relocation to hamper Mysore Airport growth & tourism, says former MP

In a move that could impact the civil aviation sector in Mysuru, the State Government is reportedly considering relocating the Government Flying Training School (GFTS) from Jakkur in Bengaluru - a heritage aviation institution - to Mysore Airport at Mandakalli.

An Expert Committee has been formed to examine the relocation proposal. The panel met last week to discuss the modalities of the shift and has been tasked with submitting a detailed report to the Government.

According to reports from Bengaluru, the State Government, in a November 2025 letter to the Directorate ...