India’s civil aviation sector, among the fastest-growing in the world, is set to take centre stage at Wings India 2026, Asia’s largest civil aviation event, scheduled from 28–31 January 2026 at Begumpet Airport, Hyderabad.

The mega four-day event will be formally launched by the Hon’ble Minister of Civil Aviation, Shri Rammohan Naidu Kinjarapu, in the presence of senior dignitaries from India and abroad. The launch will mark the beginning of a landmark global aviation gathering that will showcase India’s transformation into a major aviation hub for connectivity, manufacturing, services, innovation and sustainability.

Anchored around the theme “Indian Aviation: Paving the Future – From Design to Deployment, Manufacturing to Maintenance, Inclusivity to Innovation and Safety to Sustainability,” Wings India 2026 will highlight how India’s aviation ecosystem has evolved into a powerful engine of economic growth, regional development and global integration.

India’s Aviation Growth Story Takes Global Spotlight

Over the last decade, India’s civil aviation sector has witnessed unprecedented expansion:

• Passenger traffic has surged multi-fold, placing India among the world’s top aviation markets.
• Hundreds of new aircraft have been inducted by Indian carriers, with record-breaking aircraft orders positioning India as one of the largest future aircraft markets globally.
• Airport infrastructure has expanded rapidly, with new greenfield airports, modernised terminals and enhanced regional connectivity under flagship initiatives such as UDAN.
• India is emerging as a strong hub for aircraft maintenance, repair and overhaul (MRO), pilot training, aerospace manufacturing, cargo logistics, and advanced air mobility.
• A major push toward sustainable aviation, including Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF), green airports and digital air navigation, is reshaping the future of flight.

 

Wings India 2026 will capture this extraordinary growth journey and project India’s ambition to become a global aviation powerhouse.

 

A Global Platform for Aviation Excellence

Wings India 2026 will feature:

 

• A elaborate and world class international exhibition
• Static aircraft displays and aerobatic flying shows
• A high-level global aviation conference
• Ministerial Plenary and Global CEOs Forum
• CEO roundtables, B2B and B2G meetings
• Aviation Job Fair and Student Innovation Competition
• Prestigious Awards Ceremony
• Vibrant cultural programmes reflecting India’s heritage

 

The event will bring together policymakers, global CEOs, investors, innovators, airlines, airports, OEMs, MROs, lessors, technology providers, training institutions and startups, making it one of the most comprehensive aviation platforms in the world.

 

Strong Global and Domestic Participation

 

Wings India 2026 will host:

 

• Ministerial-level and official foreign delegations from 20 countries (Cambodia, Ghana, Russia, Seychelles, Trinidad and Tobago, Singapore, Algeria, Dominican Republic, Iran, Maldives, Mongolia, Mozambique, Oman, Qatar, European Union, UK, France, Germany, USA)
• Active participation from Indian states with several Ministers and officials scheduled to attend the inaugural event, exhibitions and sessions.
• Leading global and domestic players such as Airbus, Boeing, Embraer, HAL, Dassault, Bell Textron, ATR, Pilatus, De Havilland, RTX, Rolls-Royce, United Aircraft Corporation, CSIR-NAL, along with GMR, Adani, Noida International Airport, Etihad Airways, Thai Airways, Air India, IndiGo and Akasa Air, have confirmed participation.

 

Global CEOs from top airlines, airports and OEMs are expected to attend, underlining India’s growing strategic importance in global aviation.

 

Spectacular Air Shows and Aircraft Displays

 

The event will feature:

 

• Static and flying displays of a wide range of aircraft
• Aerobatic performances by the Surya Kiran Aerobatic Team of the Indian Air Force and the Mark Jefferies Aerobatic Team
• A celebration of aviation excellence, innovation and public engagement

 

Thought Leadership and Future-Shaping Dialogues

 

The international conference will include 13 thematic sessions, plus a Ministerial Plenary and Global CEOs Forum, covering:

 

• Airports and Infrastructure
• Airlines and Aircraft Leasing
• Helicopters and Business Aviation
• MRO and Component Manufacturing
• Air Cargo and Logistics
• Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF)
• Advanced Air Mobility and Drones
• Flying Training, Skilling and Women in Aviation

 

Business, Talent and Innovation Challenge

 

Wings India 2026 will also include:

 

• Dedicated exhibition halls and chalets
• Structured B2B and B2G meetings
• An Aviation Job Fair connecting industry with skilled youth
• A Student Innovation Competition to nurture future aviation leaders

 

Major announcements, MoUs and strategic partnerships are expected, along with a prestigious Awards Ceremony featuring 30+ awards recognising excellence in civil aviation.

 

Beyond business and policy, Wings India 2026 will also celebrate aviation as a people-centric industry. An Aviation Job Fair will connect industry leaders with young professionals and skilled talent, while a Civil Aviation Innovation Challenge centered around aerospace and future technology, for students from the top institutions of the country will nurture the next generation of aviation thinkers and problem-solvers.

 

Target Participation

 

With over 150 exhibitors, 7,500 business visitors, one lakh general visitors, more than 200 foreign delegates, over 500 B2B and B2G meetings, and aircraft displays exceeding 31 aircraft, Wings India 2026 is set to be a landmark event not only for India but for the global aviation community.

 

Charting the Future of Global Aviation

 

With its unmatched scale, global participation and strategic focus, Wings India 2026 is set to be a defining moment for the global aviation community.

 

As India accelerates toward becoming a global aviation hub — spanning manufacturing, maintenance, connectivity, sustainability and digital innovation — Wings India 2026 will not only showcase the nation’s remarkable aviation growth story but also shape the future trajectory of civil aviation worldwide.

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Divyanshu Kumar

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