Captain Puneet Bakshi

Captain Puneet Bakshi is a highly accomplished Aviation Subject Matter Expert with an illustrious career spanning 29 years, including 16 years as a Commissioned Officer and Pilot in the Indian Air Force, where he served with distinction as Wing Commander and Combat Pilot. With a proven track record in consulting, operations, financial and resource management, Capt. Bakshi brings a unique blend of military precision and corporate leadership to the aviation industry.
He has held senior leadership roles across diverse functions—flight operations, marketing, finance, and aviation consulting—and has been instrumental in driving large-scale aviation projects for the Government of India and various state governments. His consulting expertise encompasses airport and heliport infrastructure, feasibility studies for seaplane and helicopter operations, and strategic aviation planning.
As the CEO and Managing Director of a successful aviation company for over eight years, Capt. Bakshi developed deep business acumen in operations, commercial aviation, and flight management. He further solidified his leadership credentials as Head of Marketing and Operations at GoChoppers™, playing a pivotal role in establishing the brand’s presence in the heli-tourism sector.
During his tenure as Director of Operations at Air Headquarters, Indian Air Force, he was responsible for high-stakes decision-making in managing airspace intrusions, national crisis response, and disaster relief operations—most notably contributing to missions during the Kargil War (1999) and the Kedarnath Flash Floods (2013).
With over 5,000 hours of accident-free flying and a valid Commercial Pilot License (CPL), Capt. Bakshi combines operational excellence with a visionary outlook. He is a sought-after aviation analyst and motivational speaker, frequently featured on national television and forums for his insights into India’s evolving aviation landscape.