3RD HELICOPTER SUMMIT- 7TH OCTOBER 2021, DEHRADUN

Theme: India@75: Expediting the Growth of Indian Helicopter Industry and Enhancing Air Connectivity
Date: Thursday, 7th October 2021, 1430 hrs. – 1600 hrs.
Format: Phygital (Physical + Digital)
venue: Dehradun, Uttarakhand

Organised By: FICCI in association with Ministry of Civil Aviation and Pawan Hans Ltd

The summit will have the presence of senior officials from the Ministry of Civil Aviation, and the entire ecosystem of the aviation industry including the operators, MRO providers, regulators, Financing & Leasing companies. It will be platform to bring together all the stakeholders of the industry and exchange their ideas to take the sector to the highest level.The broad objectives of the Summit are:
• Providing a common platform for all industry stakeholders, policy makers to discuss the growth story of Indian Helicopter industry (India@75), the issues, challenges and brainstorming solutions for the way ahead.
• Enhancing the scope of Regional Connectivity Scheme in remote areas, hilly terrains and, also expanding the rural to urban connectivity in the country.
• Boost tourism in the Himalayan states by providing uninterrupted helicopter services to the tourist hotspots and encouraging Helicopter-based emergency medical services (HEMS) in India.
• Enhancing the role of Helicopters in supporting other industries
• Showcasing the latest technology in the helicopter industryWe look forward to your kind participation. Please use the link below to register for the event.

https://ficci.in/registration/invitee-form.asp?evid=25646

FOREWORD

Dear Readers,

 

Welcome to the latest edition of Aviation World. This is an incredibly significant issue for us, perfectly timed to align with several prominent aviation events unfolding across the globe.

 

Chief among them is the Farnborough International Airshow, taking place from July 20th to 24th, 2026, in Hampshire, United Kingdom. Ranked as one of the world’s premier events for aviation, aerospace, and defense, this year’s airshow arrives at a crucial moment. Against a backdrop of geopolitical turbulence, Farnborough provides an invaluable platform to engage with global leaders and gain firsthand perspectives on the future of the industry. Inside, you will find our comprehensive curtain-raiser report focusing on the show’s core themes, as well as the highly anticipated static and aerobatic aircraft displays.

 

On our front cover, we are proud to feature Capt. Vaibhav Goutham Suresh, Director of the School of Aviation, Logistics and Tourism Management (SALTM) at Galgotias University. In an exclusive interview, Capt. Suresh highlights how SALTM bridges the gap between academia and the runway, delivering a comprehensive curriculum that ensures graduates are industry-ready from day one. Complementing this, our special feature on SALTM dives deeper into how the institution maintains world-class academic standards and a cutting-edge learning environment.

 

We are also privileged to bring you exclusive insights from a stellar lineup of industry trailblazers in this edition, including:

  • Robin Glover-Faure, Chief Customer Officer of Acron Aviation
  • Karim Makhlouf, CCO of Royal Jordanian Airlines
  • Pallavi Joshi & Vimal Priya, the leadership powerhouse behind AirFleet Managers &Aviatrics Global
  • Wg. Cdr. Prem Kumar Garg (Retd.), CEO of IndiaOne Air

Each shares a detailed perspective on driving innovation, navigating current market dynamics, and establishing progressive frontiers within their respective sectors.

 

Beyond these highlights, this issue is packed with curated features and analytical pieces designed to keep you informed and inspired.

 

Finally, we extend our heartfelt gratitude to our esteemed advertisers and partners. Your unwavering support empowers us in our ongoing endeavor to make Aviation World a truly world-class publication with global reach and recognition.

 

Happy Reading!

 

The Editorial Team

 

Aviation World

NEWSLETTER

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