The fifth generation fighter F-35 jet, which will be among the aircraft from the United States of America to be displayed at the Aero India 2025.
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The fifth generation fighter F-35, the aerial refuelling tanker aircraft KC-135 Stratotanker, the supersonic heavy bomber B-1 bomber and F-16 fighter jet are among the aircraft from the United States of America which will be on display at the Aero India 2025.
This will be the 15th time the US is participating in Asia’s biggest airshow which will be held between February 10 and 14.
Over two dozen American exhibitors
At Aero India 2025, more than two dozen American exhibitors will engage Indian counterparts, explore new business opportunities, and demonstrate innovative solutions in aviation and defence.
These companies will display advancements in unmanned aerial systems (UAS), fighter aircraft, advanced avionics, and defence electronics.
U.S. Embassy New Delhi Chargé d’Affaires Jorgan Andrews will lead the high-level delegation of representatives from the U.S. Departments of State, Defence, and Commerce.
“The United States is excited to once again participate in Aero India and to spotlight our strong defence ties with India. Our cooperation in defence, trade, and training is integral to our growing strategic partnership,” Mr. Andrews said.
Deepened bilateral defence ties
General Kevin Schneider, Commander, U.S. Pacific Air Forces, Brigadier General Patrick Teague, U.S. Mission India’s Senior Defence Official, and Consul General Chris Hodges, U.S. Consulate General Chennai, are among the senior leaders joining Chargé d’Affaires Andrews in the U.S. Delegation.
Since Aero India 2023, the United States and India have deepened defence ties, including through technology innovation, expanded trade, and increased cooperation in maritime security, cybersecurity, logistics, and counter-terrorism operations.
U.S. Pacific Air Forces Commander General Kevin Schneider said, “Aero India 2025 is an ideal forum to showcase U.S. defence aircraft and equipment and ultimately contribute toward our compatibility and interoperability with other nations.”
A file photo of the B-1 Lancer supersonic heavy bombers of the United States Air Force (USAF) performing at Aero India 2023, in Bengaluru on February 15, 2023.
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“The growth in Indian and U.S. bilateral defence trade has corresponded with growing interoperability through information sharing, liaison officers, training exercises, and defence enabling agreements. The importance of our partnership continues to grow, particularly as we face an increasingly complex and dynamic security environment in the Indo-Pacific,” he added.
The United States Air Force Band of the Pacific’s 10-member ensemble, Final Approach, based out of Yokota Air Base in Japan, will perform for the public at Aero India 2025 on February 13 and 14 and at 5.00 p.m. on February 11 at the Christ University auditorium, Campus Road.
Published – February 09, 2025 02:36 pm IST
