The document discusses the history and current state of aviation in India. It covers early pioneers like Shivkar Bapuji Talpade who is reputed to have built and flown an unmanned aircraft in 1895. It also discusses the Wright Brothers' first successful crewed heavier-than-air flight in 1903. Currently, India has over 450 airports and is expected to become the third largest aviation market by 2030. Challenges facing Indian aviation include rising fuel costs and airport fees as well as competition.