D Peter Immanuel, CEO of AASSC said that aerospace and aviation is a vast sector and very significant for the growth of the economy and the nation. It cuts across various strategically important themes such as ‘Make in India', defence and security, self-reliance, civil aviation, transportation and infrastructure.

Amber Dubey, Partner and Head, Aerospace and Defence, KPMG in India, said that aviation and aerospace are sunrise sectors.  India is likely to be the third largest aviation market by 2020 and perhaps the largest by 2030.  This will require deep investments in the most critical resource - the human resource.  We are proud to be associated with this important initiative of AASSC.

Skill development in the sector is characterised by high capital expenditure, modern technology, and need to work in regulated and quality conscious environment.

Availability of high quality skilled manpower will give a fillip to the 'Make in India' initiative, especially in manufacturing and MRO of fixed wing aircraft and helicopters. A world-class skill infrastructure can improve productivity, quality and lower the cost of products and services; and can help India become a global aviation and aerospace hub in the near future.
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