Overview
- The show runs November 17–21 at Dubai World Central, with more than 1,500 exhibitors, an estimated 148,000 trade visitors, and 490 delegations from 115 countries.
- Over 200 aircraft will be on display across commercial, military, private, UAV and next‑generation types, including Joby Aviation’s eVTOL, COMAC’s C919 and C909, and General Atomics’ collaborative combat aircraft.
- The largest Space Pavilion, organised with the UAE Space Agency, features a two‑day Space Conference bringing together more than 50 experts and astronauts to discuss responsible space use and future missions.
- New evening programs include Party on the Runway at Skydive Dubai on November 17 and Airshow After Dark on November 18 with a drone show, alongside public viewing at the SkyView grandstand.
- Organisers highlight a Sustainability Showcase with a world‑first fully sustainable aircraft turnaround in collaboration with dnata, flydubai and industry partners, and say major deals are expected during the week.