India, Jan. 25 -- The Government of India has issued a release:
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:
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:
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:
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:
Thought Leadership and Future-Shaping Dialogues
The international conference will include 13 thematic sessions, plus a Ministerial Plenary and Global CEOs Forum, covering:
Business, Talent and Innovation Challenge
Wings India 2026 will also include:
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.
Disclaimer: Curated by HT Syndication.
