13 Feb 2023 | 05:41 AM UTC
India: Aero India 2023 aerospace-defense exhibition to take place in Bengaluru Feb. 13-17
India to host Aero India 2023 aerospace-defense exhibition in Bengaluru Feb. 13-17. Tight security likely, flight disruptions possible.
Event
Aero India 2023, India's biennial civil-military air show and aviation exhibition, will take place will take place at Yelahanka Air Force Base in Bengaluru Feb. 13-17. Prime Minister Narendra Modi will inaugurate the event Feb. 13. Leaders and delegations from over 32 countries are expected to attend the exhibition. Tens of thousands of people could participate in the event.
Periodic airspace closures will occur Feb. 13-17 during the event's inauguration and air displays. The timing of the closures is as follows:
Feb 13: 09:00-12:00
Feb. 14, 15: 12:00-14:30
Feb. 16, 17: 09:00-12:00 and 14:00-17:00
A heightened security deployment is certain at event venues and routes used by Prime Minister Modi and other leaders. Congestion and traffic delays are likely on National Highway 44 (NH-44) and near the Yelahanka entrance on Bellary Road toward Kempegowda International Airport (BLR). Police will likely deploy to direct road traffic for the event; authorities will probably divert airport traffic onto Hennur Road in a bid to reduce congestion.
Attendees will probably arrive and depart via Kempegowda International Airport (BLR). Increased security at BLR during the exhibition may lead to possible congestion and delays in clearing customs and security screenings.
Advice
Exercise caution in the affected area. Allow extra time for driving near the event, particularly in the morning or late afternoon. Confirm all flights through BLR Feb. 13-17. Carry proper identification documents to present at security checks. Heed all security and traffic advisories.
