16th Aero India 2027 to Be Held in Bengaluru

Why in the News?

The Department of Defence Production, Ministry of Defence, has announced that the 16th edition of Aero India 2027, Asia's largest air show, will take place from February 8 to 12, 2027, in Bengaluru.

Key Features / Major Points:

Dates & Venue: The 5-day premier air show and defence exhibition will be hosted at the Yelahanka Air Force Station in Bengaluru, Karnataka.

Space Booking Launched: Online registration and space booking for exhibitors commenced on September 3, 2026, via its official portal (www.aeroindia.gov.in).

Static GK Facts:

Aero India: First Edition: 1996 | Organizer: Department of Defence Production, Ministry of Defence.

Yelahanka Air Force Station: Location: Bengaluru, Karnataka.

Ministry of Defence: Union Defence Minister: Rajnath Singh.

One-Liner Quiz (All Competitive Exams):

Q: Where will the 16th edition of Aero India 2027 be held?

A: Yelahanka Air Force Station, Bengaluru

Q: Which department under the Ministry of Defence organizes the Aero India air show?

A: Department of Defence Production

Q: In which year was the first edition of Aero India held?

A: 1996