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Civil Aviation

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The main objective of the FICCI Civil Aviation division is to promote the cause and interests of civil aviation sector and bring it on the global map as a cost-effective, competitive and efficient sector of economy. With a view to create a platform for all the stakeholders and for the conclusive growth & development of the Aviation sector, the division works with the Government, National & International development organizations, Government Agencies and the Industry Players.
 
The Division organizes conferences, seminars and workshops on regular basis for interaction between various government agencies, private players and its members to address the latest trends, growing opportunities & challenges, effective strategies as well as practical solutions for facing current issues affecting the civil aviation sector globally. The division also collaborates with various consultancies and think-tanks for preparing knowledge reports focusing on key areas of the Civil Aviation sector.



The Indian Civil Aviation sector is one of the fastest growing aviation sectors in the world and aims to become the largest by 2030. India is building new airports and expanding the existing ones to meet the growing demand via public private partnership (PPP) mode. Factors like rising low-cost carriers (LCCs), development of modern airports, 100 percent Foreign Direct Investment (FDI) in scheduled airlines, advanced Information Technology (IT) interventions and growing emphasis on regional connectivity, are driving an upward trend in the Indian Civil Aviation industry.

Emphasis has been laid on improving connectivity to priority areas like the North East, Jammu & Kashmir, Uttarakhand, Himachal Pradesh, Andaman & Nicobar Islands and Lakshadweep by introducing more operational flexibility and promoting helicopter operations. India’s airport infrastructure is undergoing modernization with the installation of state-of-the-art facilities, expansion of existing airports and construction of new greenfield airports. With policy support and focus on Make in India, the government is also determined to develop the Maintenance, Repair and Overhaul (MRO) industry by giving tax exemptions, faster clearances and land provision. The development of tourism, trade and travel has contributed to increased passenger traffic in India.

Team Leader

Manoj Mehta

Senior Director
2025
Mar
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India Aircraft Leasing and Financing Summit 2025

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2024
Nov
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2nd North East Aviation Summit 2024

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6th Edition of Helicopter & Small Aircraft Summit

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Sep
Press Release

India Envisions Operating 350 to 400 Airports in Coming Decades: Aviation Minister Kinjarapu Rammohan Naidu

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India Regional Connectivity Conference: Bridging Market Gaps

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Jan
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FICCI Study:Connecting India to the World in Amrit Kaal: Setting the stage for Indian Civil Aviation @2047

Connecting India to the World in Amrit Kaal: Setting the stage for Indian Civil Aviation @2047

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Wings India 2024

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Press Release

Union Minister of Civil Aviation Jyotiraditya M Scindia inaugurates ‘Wings India 2024’ in Hyderabad

2023
Nov
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Northeast Aviation Summit concurrent to WINGS India Roadshow

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Oct
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Roadshow to Promote Wings India 2024 in Bengaluru

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Jul
Press Release

Jyotiraditya M Scindia inaugurates Heli Summit 2023; UDAN 5.2 and HeliSewa App launched in Khajuraho

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5th Edition of Helicopter & Small Aircraft Summit

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May
Press Release

Govt to adopt three-pronged strategy for the growth of Indian Civil aviation sector: Jyotiraditya M Scindia

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Curtain Raiser of Wings India 2024

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2022
Oct
Press Release

Govt to soon launch National Helicopter Medical Emergency plan: Jyotiraditya M Scindia

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4th Edition of Heli-India Summit 2022

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Mar
Press Release

Asia's largest event on civil aviation - Wings India 2022 kicks off at Hyderabad

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FICCI Study:India: Emergence of a global leader in aviation

India: Emergence of a global leader in aviation

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Wings India 2022

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2021
Nov
Press Release

Wings India 2022 represents a huge opportunity for India and its neighbouring countries: Jyotiraditya Scindia

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Wings India 2022 - A Curtain Raiser

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Oct
Press Release

Helicopter penetration needs to be a priority: Jyotiraditya Scindia

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3rd Helicopter Summit - 2021

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Jun
Study
FICCI Study:Vision 2040 for the Civil Aviation Industry in India

Vision 2040 for the Civil Aviation Industry in India

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Feb
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India Aircraft Leasing

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Press Release

Nation has the Scope, Capacity and Potential to create an MRO ecosystem: Air Marshal Vibhas Pande

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Indian aviation sector a critical enabler for India's endeavour towards US$ 5 trillion economy: Hardeep Singh Puri

Jan
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Time to move from generics to specifics in aerospace manufacturing: Civil Aviation Secretary

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Making India Self Reliant in Aerospace Manufacturing

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2020
Aug
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2nd Helicopter Summit 2020

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Mar
Press Release

We need to bring aviation turbine fuel under GST - Hardeep Singh Puri, Minister of Civil Aviation, Government of India

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Wings India 2020

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Jan
Press Release

Bengaluru has the potential of becoming the aviation capital of India: Secretary, Ministry of Civil Aviation

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Indian skies are in for very promising times; Win-Win opportunities await all the stakeholders in the Civil Aviation Sector : Hardeep Singh Puri

2019
Oct
Press Release

More airports to be privatised: Civil Aviation Joint Secretary Usha Padhee

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Smart Safe Secure Skies

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Sep
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Helicopter Summit - 2019: Enhancing Connectivity through Helicopters

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May
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FICCI Civil Aviation Committee Meeting

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Feb
Press Release

Key role of States in giving 'Udan' scheme a boost, says Suresh Prabhu at 'WINGS 2019'

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FICCI Study:Indian aviation:Bracing to ride out headwinds

Indian aviation:Bracing to ride out headwinds

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Wings 2019

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Jan
Press Release

Suresh Prabhu calls for use of sustainable fuels in flights at Global Aviation Summit 2019

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Navi Mumbai airport will be a new experience, focuses on Nagpur's development says Mumbai CM Devendra Fadnavis

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Global Aviation Summit 2019

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2018
Jun
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Stakeholders Consultation with Aviation & Tourism Industry

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Mar
Press Release

K T Rama Rao & R N Choubey felicitate the winners of 'WINGS India Awards'

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Solution-centric approach needed to create a world-class cargo and logistics industry: Jayant Sinha

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'WINGS INDIA 2018', four-day biennial event, gets underway

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FICCI Study:Opportunities and Financing Outlook for Aviation Sector

Opportunities and Financing Outlook for Aviation Sector

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Wings India 2018

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Press Release

WINGS 2018 to commence on March 8 at Begumpet Airport, Hyderabad

Jan
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Roundtable: Aviation and Tourism

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2017
Study
FICCI Study:Regional Connectivity Scheme (RCS) for Civil Aviation: Roadmap for sustainable operations

Regional Connectivity Scheme (RCS) for Civil Aviation: Roadmap for sustainable operations

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Event
FICCI Events: Release of Knowledge Report

Aviation Summit

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2016
Nov
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Stakeholder Consultation on Opportunities in Hisar Aerocity

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Jun
Press Release

FICCI comments on National Civil Aviation Policy 2016

Mar
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FICCI Events: Global CEOs' Forum during India Aviation 2016

India Aviation 2016

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2015
Oct
Press Release

FICCI comments on Draft National Civil Aviation Policy 2015

Apr
Press Release

Ashok Gajapathi Raju launches 'India Aviation 2016'

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Gujarat Aero Conclave

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2014
Mar
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FICCI Study:'Indian Aviation 2014' Report by FICCI-KPMG

'Indian Aviation 2014' Report by FICCI-KPMG

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India Aviation Exhibition and Conference

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2013
Sep
Press Release

Indian Aviation: Waiting on the Runway

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FICCI-EY Survey on Civil Aviation Sector

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2012
Press Release

Reaction from Mr. R V Kanoria, President, FICCI on FDI in Civil Aviation Sector

Mar
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FICCI Study:India: The Emerging Aviation Hub

India: The Emerging Aviation Hub

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India Aviation 2012

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2011
Nov
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U.S.-India Aviation Summit 2011

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Jul
Press Release

UK is Partner Country for Mega Event

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Launch of - INDIA AVIATION 2012

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8th Summit of US-India High Technology Cooperation Group (HTCG)

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May
Press Release

FICCI to Frame Agenda to Boost Civil Aviation Industry; to Suggest how GST would affect Taxation on Aviation

2010
Nov
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International Conference on Civil Aviation - India: The Emerging Aviation Hub

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Sep
Press Release

"Be Our Partners in Progress" Praful Patel Invites Global Aviation Players

Jun
Press Release

FICCI to Lead Strong Aviation Industry Contingent to Farnborough Air Show in July: Dinesh Keskar

Mar
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2nd International Conference on Civil Aviation - India Aviation 2010

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2009
Jul
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Launch Function of India Aviation 2010

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