About this expo
AERO INDIA is a biennial air show and aviation exhibition hosted in Bengaluru, India. Recognized as Asia's largest aero show and India's leading aerospace and defence exhibition, it convenes aerospace companies, defence personnel, and industry enthusiasts. The event's primary focus is to explore emerging technologies and opportunities across the aerospace and defence domains.
Exhibitors at AERO INDIA showcase a wide array of offerings, including military platforms, aircraft, helicopters, and unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs). The event features dedicated India and iDEX Pavilions, highlighting indigenously developed products in aerospace and cybersecurity. The target audience includes industry leaders, defence officials, aviation enthusiasts, government officials, technology experts, and defence strategists, making it a key gathering for professionals.
This exhibition provides a crucial platform for forging partnerships between foreign and Indian firms, accelerating the indigenization process, and discovering new avenues in the global value chain. It fosters knowledge exchange, innovation, and deepened collaboration, offering significant opportunities for product showcases, business exchanges, and strategic alliances within the global aerospace and defence community.
Highlights
5 items- Held at Yelahanka Air Force Base, Bengaluru, India.
- AUMA listed.
- Attracted over 700,000 visitors (2023).
- Featured 900 exhibitors, including 150 international exhibitors (2025).
- Concurrent events include the Defence Ministers' Conclave and CEOs' Round-Table.
FAQ
5 questionsWhen and where does AERO INDIA 2027 take place?+
AERO INDIA 2027 will be held from February 8 to February 12, 2027, at Yelahanka Air Force Base in Bengaluru, India.
Who organizes AERO INDIA?+
AERO INDIA is organized by the Defence Exhibition Organisation, Ministry of Defence. Other organizing entities include the Ministry of Defence, Indian Air Force, Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL), Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO), Department of Space, and the Union Civil Aviation Ministry.
What industries and products are covered at AERO INDIA?+
The event showcases the aerospace and defence industry, including Aviation Space Defence & Security, military platforms, aircraft, helicopters, and unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs). It also features an India Pavilion and an iDEX Pavilion dedicated to indigenously developed products across aerospace and cybersecurity.
How can I attend or exhibit at AERO INDIA?+
Visitors can register and purchase tickets through the official AERO INDIA website, aeroindia.gov.in. For exhibiting, Kallman Worldwide, Inc. organizes the USA Pavilion for AERO INDIA 2027 and offers services for connecting exporters to buyers.
What are the registration details for visitors?+
Registration involves selecting "Visitor Registration," choosing a pass type (Business Visitor Pass, General Pass, or Air Display Viewing Area Pass), providing personal information, and paying the registration fee. Ticket prices for the 2025 edition were INR 5,000 for Indian nationals and USD 150 for foreign nationals for Business Passes.