New Delhi, April 30 -- Tata group-owned Air India and Vistara are targeting to merge by October, according to Business Line.

The two airlines have sought Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) views on "crossover training requirements for pilots and crew". Both have different manuals and procedures.

When pilots switch jobs they typically undergo training to familiarise themselves with the procedures of the new organisation. "Discussion is on with DGCA on the issue of crossover training and if the training period can be shortened. Training the entire set of pilots and crew will require lot of time and will impact schedules," a person familiar with the matter told the paper.

The two are also waiting for NCLT nod.

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