In a recent statement, Air India’s CEO, Campbell Wilson, emphasized that notice periods and employment bonds for pilots are only warranted when an airline invests in training resources for specific aircraft. Wilson highlighted the distinction between pilots trained in-house and those already equipped by previous employers, stating that enforcing a notice period is conventional when an airline incurs training costs. This commentary follows legal actions by Akasa Air against 43 ex-Boeing 737 pilots who resigned without completing a six-month notice period. Akasa alleges financial and reputational losses, seeking Rs 21 crore in compensation from each pilot. The situation underscores industry dynamics around training investments and employment commitments, sparking a broader conversation on the matter.