The U.S. and Foreign Commercial Service Aerospace Supplier Development Mission to India, November 9-13, 2009, will introduce U.S. aerospace industry manufacturers and service providers to end-users and prospective partners in India whose needs and capabilities are targeted to each U.S. participant's strengths. The mission will include appointments and briefings in New Delhi, Bangalore and Hyderabad, some of India's major aerospace industry hubs. Trade mission participants will have the opportunity to interact extensively with Commercial Service India aerospace specialists to discuss industry developments, opportunities, and sales strategies. The participation fee is $4,600 for large firms and $3,900 for small and medium-sized enterprises.

The Indian aerospace sector ranks among the world's most dynamic, with airlines in India in the process of buying over 300 aircraft between 2007 and 2012. India also represents a large and growing market for air defense equipment. The market is particularly promising for U.S. suppliers seeking joint-venture opportunities. The evolution of the Indian aerospace industry is part of a broader industry trend toward supply chain consolidation and the embrace of lean manufacturing. The Aerospace Supplier Development Mission to India will introduce U.S. companies to joint-venture groups, industry representatives, Western original equipment manufacturers, and government officials in India with information on various aerospace program opportunities.

The mission will be led by the DAS for OIO.