Ratan Tata has done it. George Fernandes has done it. Now, a woman journalist has also done it. Flown a fighter jet, that is. Ratan Tata has done it. George Fernandes has done it. Now, a woman journalist has also done it. Flown a fighter jet, that is. Contrary to popular belief, just about anybody can get permission to fly these jets. As a co-pilot, we mean. Interested? This is all you need to do: 1) Choose your machine. 2) Send a nicely-worded application to the air force. Actually, send it to any of the fighter plane manufacturers to improve your chances. 3) While they’re looking at it, get a thorough check-up done. Make sure your pulse rate and heart beat are super-normal. Cardiac, BP or asthma patients are out. 4) Practice deep breathing and meditation . 5) Take a ride on the simulator.
