Preparation for Aero India 2017 at Yelahanka Air Force Station in Bengaluru

The 11th edition of Aero India, set for a smooth take-off in Bengaluru. | EPS Jithendra M

The show will witness the participation of 30 countries and as many as 72 state-of-the-art aircraft. | EPS Jithendra M

As many as 270 companies from India and 279 from abroad will participate in the air show. | EPS Jithendra M

It will be the first time a team from China will participate in this biennial International aerospace and defence exhibition. | EPS Jithendra M

Foreign aircraft like Rafale fighter jets will be seen at the show. | EPS Jithendra M

The 'Surya Kiran' team, flying the Hawk AJT aircraft since 2015, is scheduled to perform for the record 500th time. | EPS Jithendra M

Airborne Early Warning and Control System to the Indian Air Force by the DRDO will be among the notable events. | EPS Jithendra M

Swedish Gripen and American F-16 fighters will also be seen at the show. | EPS Jithendra M

Air show team from Sweden and the UK's Evolvkos aerobatic will grace the occassion. | EPS Jithendra M

Lined up during the air show is an Indian aerospace investors' meet. | EPS Jithendra M

Aerobatics by Indian Air Force's 'Surya Kiran' and 'Sarang' teams will enthral the spectators. | EPS Jithendra M

Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL) will showcase a mock-up of India's first indigenous multi-role helicopter. | EPS Jithendra M