Aero India 2021: Surya Kirans, Sarangs win hearts; HAL planes dominate air display
BENGALURU: The inaugural of Aero India 2021 was a simple affair compared to flair and colour of previous editions. The integrated display of Surya Kirans and Sarangs enthralled the limited number of spectators allowed on the first day.
The air display was crowded by HAL-manufactured aircraft in the absence of a big foreign presence. Other than the Rafale — which for the first time flew in Indian colours at Aero India — and the US B-1B Lancer bomber, all other aircraft, including choppers, were from the hangars of HAL.
Chief minister BS Yediyurappa said: “It is a matter of pride for Karnataka and the people of Bengaluru for being chosen to host another edition of the show. Over the years, the state has created a unique infrastructure and ecosystem for holding an event of this magnitude.” Yediyurappa said around 65% of India’s aerospace exports are done from here, while 67% of production also happens in the state.
