Aero India 2027 dates and venue announced
Why in the news
The Defence Ministry announced the schedule for the 16th Aero India, set for 8 to 12 February 2027 in Bengaluru.
Key facts
- Edition: 16th; dates: 8-12 February 2027.
- Venue: Air Force Station, Yelahanka, Bengaluru.
- Organiser: Department of Defence Production, Ministry of Defence; host: Indian Air Force.
About Aero India
- Billed as Asia’s largest biennial aerospace and defence show.
- Exhibits cover civilian and military planes, weaponry and defence electronics.
- Draws manufacturers, military delegations, policymakers, startups and research bodies.
Aims
- Highlight India’s aerospace and defence manufacturing strength.
- Support Aatmanirbhar Bharat.
- Lift defence exports and build international industrial partnerships.
Exam angle
- Frequency: every two years (biennial).
- Organiser versus host: DDP organises, IAF hosts.
- Theme link: Aatmanirbhar Bharat in defence.