We fly the world's aircraft. We do not build them yet. My message at the ET Now Machinist Aerospace And Defence Summit 2026, Hyderabad.
My debut as a panel speaker, shared with the leaders of TISA Aerospace, ADSL, Jeh Aerospace and BluJ Aerospace, moderated by Shreyas Raman of BCG. Glad to @ETNOWlive, ET Now Machinist and @FTCCI_India for the stage.
#ADS2026 #ETNowMachinist #Aerospace #FlamingoAerospace #Defence #Aircraft #FA #Aircraftmanufacturing #MakeInIndia #AtmanirbharBharat #EtNow #Aviation
Build, rather than buy. That was my message at #INNOPROMIndia 2026 in New Delhi, speaking at the UAC session.
India is becoming the world's third-largest aviation market, yet hundreds of towns still wait for their first flight. UDAN has flown 1.5 crore+ (15 million) passengers in 9 years. UDAN 2.0 adds 120 new destinations with nearly Rs 29,000 crore (USD 3 billion+) behind it.
The demand was always there. What was missing was the right aircraft. With UAC, Flamingo Aerospace is on a phased path to localise and industrialise the IL-114-300 in India. From buyer of aircraft to builder of them. Make in India, make for the world. ๐ฎ๐ณ๐ค๐ท๐บ
My gratitude to Hon'ble Prime Minister Shri @narendramodi ji & Hon'ble Minister of Civil Aviation Shri @RamMNK ji, the Government of India and the Government of Russia.
Grateful also to have joined the Indian delegation, alongside the Hon'ble Minister, in discussions with the Russian delegation.
None of this happens alone with the support of my parents, partners, advisors and investors.
A truly blessed moment. ๐
India can build what the world flies. This is only the beginning.
#MakeInIndia #UDAN #Aerospace #IL114 #IndiaRussia #Aatmanirbharbharat #flamingoaerospace #Aviation
80 Years of Independent India ๐ฎ๐ณ
As India enters its 80th year, we look back with pride and ahead with hope.
At Flamingo Aerospace, we dream of an India that doesnโt just fly, but builds what the world flies. โ๏ธ
80 years of freedom. Now, itโs our turn to build.
#JaiHind#India
15 October 1932. A Puss Moth leaves Karachi with the mail. At the controls, the man who owned the airline, holding Indiaโs pilot licence number 1. Indian aviation started that morning.
JRD Tata was born 122 years ago today. Happy Birthday sir.
#JRDTata#IndianAviation#Airindia
The conversations shaping aviation this week remind us that progress isnโt measured only by new ordersโitโs measured by every milestone that brings safe, reliable aircraft closer to service.
#Aerospace#FutureOfFlight#IL114300
The IL-114-300 continues to demonstrate steady progressโfrom public showcase to certification and production planning. Regional turboprops remain critical to improving connectivity while supporting efficient operations across shorter routes.
#IL114300#RegionalAviation
A new regional IL-114-300 variant, 68-seat regional turboprop, was on static display at St. Petersburg International Economic Forum (SPIEF).
The IL-114-300 aircraft (S/n: 1001 / Registration: 54116) is the third flight prototype and second completely newly constructed airframe of the modern Russian regional turboprop powered by two Klimov TV7-117ST-01 engines with Aerosila AV-112-114 six-blade composite propellers.
According to Russian media, Chief Designer Mikhail Alekseev announced plans to produce three IL-114-300 regional aircraft in 2026, with a cargo version expected to be introduced in approximately three years.
#aircraft
The IL-114-300โs type certification marks an important milestone for regional aviation. Certification is the culmination of years of engineering, testing, and regulatory complianceโbringing the aircraft one step closer to commercial operations.
#IL114300
๐จ๐ฎ๐ณ๐ท๐บ Il-114-300 type certified: reliable plane cleared for India
๐ธ~350 test flights completed
๐ธProven safety & reliability
๐ธ Ready for serial production & deliveries
The certification paves the way for serial production and deliveries to airline operators.
India ordered six Il-114-300 regional aircraft at Wings India 2026.
This opens the door for India to access a dependable civilian aircraft independent of Western suppliers.
As #Farnborough2026 concludes, one message is clear: global demand for aerospace continues to grow, but so does the need for resilient supply chains, innovation, and engineering excellence. The future of flight will be built through collaboration across the industry.
#Aerospace
Every breakthrough in aerospace starts with a commitment to precision, innovation, and relentless engineering. At @FlamingoAerospace, weโre building solutions that strengthen the future of aviationโone milestone at a time.
#Aerospace#Innovation#Engineering#Aviation
Flamingo Aerospace congratulates @SkyrootA on the successful maiden launch of Vikram-1, Indiaโs first privately developed orbital-class rocket. Mission Aagaman means arrival, and Indian private aerospace has truly arrived. A proud day for India ๐๐ฎ๐ณ #Vikram1#MissionAagaman
๐จ ๐ฉ๐๐๐ฅ๐๐ -๐ญ ๐๐๐๐๐๐ฉ๐๐ฆ ๐ข๐ฅ๐๐๐ง ๐ข๐ก ๐๐๐ฅ๐ฆ๐ง-๐ง๐ฅ๐ฌ!!
Skyroot Aerospace has successfully launched Vikram-1 into orbit around Earth on their maiden launch attempt! ๐ฎ๐ณ๐
Mission Aagaman is ACCOMPLISHED โ ๏ธ
Congrats to @SkyrootA and @isro!
#Skyroot | #Vikram1
A historic new frontier for Indiaโs space journey!
At 11:30 AM today, Skyroot Aerospace will undertake the maiden orbital launch of Vikram-1, Indiaโs first privately developed launch vehicle.
This four-stage rocket is designed to provide rapid and on-demand launch services. This mission highlights the talent, determination and entrepreneurial spirit of our youth. It also shows how our space-sector reforms are unlocking new opportunities for innovation and enterprise.
My best wishes to the entire Skyroot Aerospace team for a successful launch. May Vikram-1 soar high, create history and inspire a generation of innovators.
I urge all Indians, especially my young friends, to follow this historic mission and join in wishing Team Skyroot success using #IndiaWithVikram1.
@SkyrootA
Did you know?
Turboprop aircraft are often the most efficient choice for flights under 700 km, allowing airlines to connect smaller cities while keeping operating costs lower.
Regional connectivity is a key pillar of the future aviation ecosystem.
#RegionalConnectivity
Indiaโs next aviation revolution wonโt happen on metro routesโit will happen by connecting cities that have waited decades for reliable air service.
Regional aviation isnโt just about aircraft. Itโs about unlocking opportunity.
#RegionalAviation#Aerospace#India
Every aircraft starts as an idea before it becomes a reality.
The IL-114-300 represents a modern regional turboprop designed for efficient connectivity. At Flamingo Aerospace, weโre working toward a a nations future.
#FlamingoAerospace#IL114300#RegionalAviation#MakeInIndia
From @Flamingoaero MoU with @UAC_Russia_eng at #WingsIndia 2026 to @Arcticairways order of three certified Ilโ114โ300s from @GTLK, we celebrate a shared future of resilient regional aviation โ congratulations to all partners. โ๏ธ๐ฎ๐ณ๐ท๐บ
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