BENGALURU (INDIA), FEBRUARY 10:  Jorgan K. Andrews, Chargé d’Affaires, a.i.,U.S. Embassy New Delhi, inaugurated the U.S. Partnership Pavilion at Aero India 2025 on Monday, February 10, underscoring the United States’ commitment to deepening defense and security cooperation with India.

At the opening, Chargé d’Affaires Andrews said, “President Trump and Prime Minister Modi have talked about the need to deepen defense trade between our nations.  I am happy to report that, from small start-ups to the robust defense public sector undertakings to the expanding private defense sector, bilateral defense trade is deepening.”  He added, “The U.S. defense industry has demonstrated its commitment to partnering with India to provide high-quality, technologically advanced defense equipment and systems that are considered the most operationally reliable in the world.”

The United States is one of the largest international exhibitors at Aero India 2025, featuring leading American aerospace and defense firms showcasing next-generation aircraft, advanced avionics, unmanned systems, space technologies, and innovative defense capabilities.  Throughout the event, U.S. government and industry participants will highlight and promote technology sharing, joint ventures, and industrial partnerships that support the U.S-India Major Defense Partnership.

Chargé d’Affaires Andrews led a high-level U.S. delegation, including Consul General Chris Hodges, U.S. Consulate General Chennai; Brigadier General Patrick Teague, Senior Defense Official and Defense Attaché, U.S. Embassy New Delhi; and Major General Ricky Mills, Assistant Deputy Under Secretary of the Air Force, International Affairs.  Peter McKenna, Vice President, represented Kallman Worldwide, which, along with the U.S. Departments of Commerce and Defense, organized the U.S. Pavilion at Aero India 2025.

Technical Sergeant Benjamin Huseby of the U.S. Air Force Band of the Pacific’s ensemble, Final Approach, sang the Indian and the U.S. national anthems at the pavilion opening.

BENGALURU (INDIA), FEBRUARY 9, 2025: For the 15th time, the United States is proud to participate in Aero India 2025 — Asia’s premier aerospace and defense trade show exhibition.  The United States will showcase a range of advanced aircraft, reinforcing the strong and growing defense and aerospace partnership between the United States and India, which share a commitment to promoting regional security, stability, economic prosperity through diversified trade, and strategic investment ties.

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 defense.  These companies will display advancements in unmanned aerial systems (UAS), fighter aircraft, advanced avionics, and defense electronics.

U.S. Embassy New Delhi Chargé d’Affaires Jorgan Andrews will lead the high-level U.S. delegation of representatives from the U.S. Departments of State, Defense, and Commerce.  Andrews said, “The United States is excited to once again participate in Aero India and to spotlight our strong defense ties with India. Our cooperation in defense, trade, and training is integral to our growing strategic partnership.”

General Kevin Schneider, Commander, U.S. Pacific Air Forces, Brigadier General Patrick Teague, U.S. Mission India’s Senior Defense 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.

Stronger, Deepening Defense Ties:  Since Aero India 2023, the United States and India have deepened defense 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. defense aircraft and equipment and ultimately contribute toward our compatibility and interoperability with other nations.”  He added, “The growth in Indian and U.S. bilateral defense trade has corresponded with growing interoperability through information sharing, liaison officers, training exercises, and defense 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.”

Aero India 2025 Highlights:  Spectators can expect a display of U.S.-made defense equipment and technology, including F-16, F-35, KC-135 Stratotanker, and B-1 bomber.

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 throughout the week: 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 in Bengaluru.

Press and Media Queries:  For more information, please contact the United States Consulate General press and media unit at ChennaiPDPress@state.gov or +91-7397-599099.

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