Wings India 2026 Begins January 28: Asia’s Largest Civil Aviation Event Showcases India’s Rise as Global Aviation Hub

Asia’s largest civil aviation event to bring together global policymakers, CEOs, investors and innovators at Begumpet Airport

India’s rapidly expanding civil aviation sector will take centre stage as Wings India 2026, Asia’s largest civil aviation event, commences on January 28, 2026, at Begumpet Airport. The four-day mega event, running until January 31, is being organised by the Ministry of Civil Aviation and will showcase the rise of Indian aviation and the future of global flight.

The event will be formally inaugurated by Rammohan Naidu Kinjarapu, Union Minister of Civil Aviation, in the presence of senior dignitaries from India and abroad.

Why Wings India 2026 Is a Landmark Event for Global Aviation

Wings India 2026 is designed to be the most comprehensive aviation platform in the region, bringing together:

• Policymakers and regulators

• Global airline and airport CEOs

• Aircraft manufacturers and lessors

• Investors, innovators and startups

• Training institutions and skilling partners

The event comes at a time when India is among the world’s fastest-growing civil aviation markets, positioning itself as a global hub for connectivity, manufacturing, services, innovation and sustainability.

Theme of Wings India 2026: Charting the Future of Aviation

The theme of Wings India 2026 is:

“Indian Aviation: Paving the Future – From Design to Deployment, Manufacturing to Maintenance, Inclusivity to Innovation and Safety to Sustainability.”

This theme reflects India’s ambition to build a holistic aviation ecosystem, covering the entire value chain — from aircraft design and manufacturing to operations, maintenance, safety, digitalisation and green aviation.

India’s Aviation Growth Story in Focus

Over the past decade, India’s civil aviation sector has seen unprecedented growth:

• Passenger traffic has surged multi-fold, placing India among the top aviation markets globally

• Indian carriers have inducted hundreds of new aircraft, with record-breaking orders positioning India as one of the largest future aircraft markets

• Airport infrastructure has expanded rapidly through greenfield airports, modernised terminals and enhanced regional connectivity under flagship initiatives such as UDAN

• India is emerging as a hub for Maintenance, Repair and Overhaul (MRO), pilot training, aerospace manufacturing, cargo logistics and advanced air mobility

• A strong push toward sustainable aviation, including Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF), green airports and digital air navigation, is reshaping the future of flight

Wings India 2026 aims to capture this growth journey and project India’s long-term ambition to become a global aviation powerhouse.

What Will Wings India 2026 Feature?

World-Class Exhibitions and Air Shows

The event will include:

• An elaborate and world-class international exhibition

• Static aircraft displays and flying demonstrations

• Aerobatic performances by the Surya Kiran Aerobatic Team of the Indian Air Force and the Mark Jefferies Aerobatic Team

High-Level Conferences and Dialogues

Wings India 2026 will host:

• A global aviation conference with 13 thematic sessions

• Ministerial Plenary and Global CEOs Forum

• CEO roundtables

• Structured B2B and B2G meetings

Key Conference Themes and Focus Areas

The international conference will cover critical areas shaping aviation’s future, including:

• 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

These sessions aim to drive policy alignment, investment decisions and technology adoption across the aviation ecosystem.

Strong Global and Domestic Participation

Wings India 2026 will host ministerial-level and official foreign delegations from 20 countries, including:

Cambodia, Ghana, Russia, Seychelles, Trinidad and Tobago, Singapore, Algeria, the Dominican Republic, Iran, Maldives, Mongolia, Mozambique, Oman, Qatar, the European Union, the UK, France, Germany and the USA.

Several Indian states will also participate, with Ministers and senior officials attending the inaugural event, exhibitions and conference sessions.

Leading Global and Indian Aviation Players Confirm Participation

Major global and domestic aviation players confirmed for Wings India 2026 include:

• Airbus, Boeing, Embraer, HAL, Dassault, Bell Textron

• ATR, Pilatus, De Havilland

• RTX, Rolls-Royce, United Aircraft Corporation

• CSIR-NAL

• GMR, Adani, Noida International Airport

• Etihad Airways, Thai Airways, Air India, IndiGo and Akasa Air

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

Business, Talent and Innovation at the Core

Beyond business and policy, Wings India 2026 places strong emphasis on talent development and innovation:

• Aviation Job Fair to connect industry leaders with skilled youth

• Student Innovation Competition to nurture future aviation leaders

• Dedicated exhibition halls and chalets

• Major announcements, MoUs and strategic partnerships

• A prestigious Awards Ceremony featuring 30+ awards recognising excellence in civil aviation

Target Participation and Scale of the Event

Wings India 2026 is expected to host:

• Over 150 exhibitors

• Around 7,500 business visitors

• Nearly 1 lakh general visitors

• More than 200 foreign delegates

• Over 500 B2B and B2G meetings

• Aircraft displays exceeding 31 aircraft

This scale makes it a landmark event not just 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 civil aviation worldwide.

As India accelerates its journey toward becoming a global aviation hub — spanning manufacturing, maintenance, connectivity, sustainability and digital innovation — Wings India 2026 will not only showcase India’s aviation ascent but also help shape the future trajectory of global aviation.