PM Narendra Modi on February 13 inaugurated the 14th edition of Aero India at the Yalahanka Air Force station complex on the outskirts of Bengaluru.
The five-day exhibition will see over 700 defence companies participating, and delegates from 98 countries.
The event, on the theme ‘The Runway To A Billion Opportunities’, will showcase India’s growth in aerospace and defence capabilities.
This edition is showcasing India as an emerging hub for manufacturing of military aircraft, helicopters, military equipment and new-age avionics.
The Indian Air Force (IAF) presented a grand flypast as Aero India 2023, Asia’s largest aero show, kicked off in Bengaluru.
Indian Air Force Chief Air Chief Marshal VR Chaudhari led the Gurukul formation during the flypast at the inaugural ceremony.
Dassault Aviation's Rafale jets, which were purchased by India, showed some extreme manoeuvre during an air show at the event.
IAF's light combat helicopter Prachand performed an aerobatic display at Aero India 2023.
The major exhibitors include Airbus, Boeing, Dassault Aviation, Lockheed Martin, BrahMos Aerospace, Army Aviation and HC Robotics among others.