Overview

Helicopters and small aircraft play integral roles in India's transportation ecosystem. Civilian helicopters contribute to improved accessibility, particularly in remote areas, while also offering tremendous potential for tourism, allowing travellers to experience scenic landscapes and cultural destinations in unique ways. Similarly, small aircraft provide efficient and convenient transportation options for business and leisure travellers, enhancing regional air connectivity and promoting the exploration of lesser-known destinations. The aviation and tourism industries mutually benefit from each other, fostering employment opportunities and driving economic growth across the country.

In an initiative to expand the scope the Helicopter as well as Small Aircraft sector in the country, the Ministry of Civil Aviation, Government of India with the support of Government of Madhya Pradesh, Pawan Hans Ltd and FICCI is organizing the 5th Edition of Helicopter & Small Aircraft Summit on Tuesday, 25th July 2023 in Khajuraho, Madhya Pradesh. The last edition was successfully held in Srinagar which witnessed various new announcements. 

The broad objectives of the Summit are as follows:

i.     Providing a common platform for all industry stakeholders, and policymakers to discuss the growth story of the Indian Helicopter and Small Aircraft industry.

ii.    Enhancing the scope of the UDAN Scheme in remote and hilly terrains and also expanding the rural to urban connectivity in the country.

iii.   Boost Helicopter & Small Aircraft tourism in places with existing are potential tourism hotspots providing uninterrupted services.

The event will be presided by Shri Shivraj Singh Chouhan, Hon’ble Chief Minister, Government of Madhya Pradesh and Shri Jyotiraditya M. Scindia, Hon’ble Union Minister of Civil Aviation & Steel, Govt. of India. The event format includes an Inaugural Session followed by Networking Lunch and Technical Session. The forum offers a unique platform for exchanging ideas and fostering collaboration to advance the sector, with meaningful discussions aimed at improving the industry.