Aero India 2027 — 17-21 February · Yelahanka Bangalore Exhibition Stand Builder

Aero India 2027 takes place February 17–21, 2027 at Yelahanka Air Force Station, Bangalore, India. With 800+ exhibitors and 100,000+ trade visitors, Aero India is Asia's largest aerospace and defence exhibition — combining a professional B2B trade show with the spectacular five-day flying display schedule that has defined the event since 1996.

## Why Exhibit at Aero India 2027?

India's defence budget for FY 2025-26 exceeds USD 75 billion, making it the world's third-largest defence spender after the United States and China. The "Make in India" defence indigenisation policy targets 70% domestic procurement by 2027, actively requiring international partnerships, technology transfer agreements and joint-venture exhibition participation. Aero India provides direct access to:

• •Indian Armed Forces senior leadership (Indian Air Force Chief of Staff, Indian Army Vice Chief, Indian Navy Vice Chief routinely attend)
• •DRDO (Defence Research and Development Organisation) — India's primary defence R&D agency
• •HAL (Hindustan Aeronautics Limited) — primary aerospace OEM, partner-of-record on Tejas, LCH, ALH platforms
• •BEL, BEML, Mazagon Dock, GRSE — public-sector defence undertakings
• •Indian defence procurement agencies including DGAQA, DGQA
• •Foreign delegations from 80+ countries — many GCC, ASEAN and African air forces use Aero India as a sourcing event

The previous edition (Aero India 2025) registered USD 6.4 billion in MoUs and JVs signed during the show.

## Exhibition Stand Design for Aero India 2027

Evreka Stand provides turnkey exhibition stand solutions for Aero India exhibitors — design through dismantle, with on-site project management in Bangalore. Three typical engagement formats:

• •OEM / Tier-1 supplier custom stand — 200-500 m², bespoke aircraft mock-up integration, VIP delegation hosting zone. Typical budget €120,000-€280,000.
• •SME / component supplier modular stand — 18-50 m², Maxima or T3 modular system with product showcase + meeting cabin. Typical budget €18,000-€45,000.
• •National pavilion / trade-promotion body — 300-1200 m² coordinated multi-company pavilion. Country pavilion experience from COP29 Baku (Türkiye 1,200 m² Youth House) directly applicable.

## International Exhibitor Logistics — Istanbul to Bangalore

For Turkish and European defence companies, the logistics chain typically runs Istanbul → Bangalore via sealed-container air freight (8-12 days transit) or sea freight via Mumbai (28-35 days transit + truck to Bangalore). ATA Carnet is accepted by India for temporary import. Visa: business visa or e-visa on arrival from Türkiye. Bangalore Kempegowda International Airport (BLR) is 35 km from Yelahanka Air Force Station — typical transit 45-60 minutes.

## Stand Categories at Yelahanka

Aero India's exhibition layout splits across nine hangars (A through I) plus an outdoor static display area for full aircraft. Hangars A and B host the Indian Air Force and DRDO showcases; C, D, E house OEM and Tier-1 international suppliers; F-I house SME and indigenous startups. Outdoor static display features the Tejas, Sukhoi-30 MKI, Rafale and visiting demonstration aircraft. Booth allocation closes typically 4-5 months before the show — by October 2026 for the February 2027 edition.

## Past Editions — Reference Data

• •Aero India 2025 (10-14 Feb 2025) — 800+ exhibitors, 30+ countries, USD 6.4B in MoUs signed
• •Aero India 2023 (13-17 Feb 2023) — 800+ exhibitors, 109,000 trade visitors, USD 1B procurement orders
• •Aero India 2021 (3-5 Feb 2021) — abbreviated edition due to COVID restrictions

## Booking Timeline

For a turnkey custom stand to open on Day 1 of Aero India 2027 (17 February 2027), the practical timeline: October 2026 — Booth allocation confirmed; November-December 2026 — Design brief + 3D concept + revisions (3-5 weeks); December 2026-January 2027 — Production at Istanbul facility (4-6 weeks); Late January 2027 — Sea/air freight to Bangalore; Early February 2027 — On-site assembly + technical sign-off; 17 February 2027 — Show opens.

Starting later than November 2026 is possible but transitions to expedited timeline (15-25% premium) and limits material/finish options.

## Frequently Asked Questions

When and where is Aero India 2027? February 17–21, 2027 at Yelahanka Air Force Station, Bangalore, India.

How large is Aero India? 800+ exhibitors and 100,000+ trade visitors across nine hangars plus outdoor static display. Asia's largest aerospace and defence exhibition.

What is the typical booth size? SME participants 9-50 m² (modular); Tier-1 suppliers 50-200 m² (custom); OEMs 200-500 m² (custom with mock-up integration); national pavilions 300-1,200 m².

How much does an Aero India 2027 stand cost? Modular SME stand: €18,000-€45,000 (18-50 m²). Custom Tier-1 stand: €60,000-€120,000 (50-200 m²). Flagship OEM stand: €120,000-€280,000 (200-500 m²). Quotes include design, manufacture, freight, on-site install. Excludes Aero India organising-committee floor-space fee.

How do I book exhibition space at Aero India 2027? Through the Aero India organising committee directly (typically opens 12-14 months before the show, closes 4-5 months before). For the stand build itself, contact Evreka Stand — we coordinate design, production and on-site installation in Bangalore.

Can Evreka Stand build a stand for Aero India 2027? Yes — we provide turnkey exhibition stand design and build for Aero India and other Indian defence shows (DefExpo, Indo Defence Expo). Get a 3D quote — written budget within 24 hours.