BUILDING SKIES, BUILDING DREAMS

Salil Gupte, President, Boeing India talks to Jayant Baranwal, Editor-in-Chief, SP's Aviation on Boeing's role in the future of Indian Aviation

Jayant Baranwal (Baranwal): What is Boeing’s strategy to capitalise the growth in the civil aviation market in India?

Salil Gupte (Gupte): Over a span of more than 80 years, Boeing has emerged as a reliable partner in India’s aerospace sector, playing a pivotal role in the country’s burgeoning commercial aviation industry while also contributing to the modernisation and mission readiness of the nation’s defence forces. Boeing’s business strategy is in sync with India’s vision of “Make in India” and “Skill India,” as demonstrated by its investments over time across manufacturing, co-production, co-development, skill development, and innovation. These strategic investments play a pivotal role in strengthening Boeing’s position as the largest foreign Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) sourcing from India and establishing it as the largest site for Boeing operations outside of the United States, both in terms of manufacturing capacity, engineering, and workforce.

Baranwal: What is the current outlook of India’s aviation market, and what are the projected plane requirements across all commercial types based on your forecast?