Held under the patronage of His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE, the Ruler of Dubai and the UAE Minister of Defence
A storied legacy in aerospace
Since its inception, Dubai Airshow has grown into one of the world's leading Airshows - shaping the future of the aerospace, space, and defence industry.
Showcasing the future of aviation, space and defence
In 1986, Dubai Airshow began as Arab Air, bringing together aviation professionals at the Dubai World Trade Centre. From its first edition with 200 exhibitors and 25 aircraft, it has expanded into a global aerospace platform, shaping the industry's future.
Today, Dubai Airshow hosts over 1,500 exhibitors, 148,000+ attendees, over 200 aircraft on display and multiple show features and conference tracks featuring insights from 350+ industry leaders. As one of the most influential events in aviation, space and defence, it continues to drive innovation, collaboration and business growth worldwide.
The Dubai Airshow in numbers
148K+
Attendees
1,500+
Exhibitors
200+
Aircraft on display
120+
Startups
350+
Speakers
Our purpose
Fostering global industry collaboration and innovation
Shaping the Future of Aerospace - Driving innovation and progress by connecting global leaders, policymakers, and industry pioneers
Accelerating Business and Investment - Creating a high-impact platform for strategic partnerships, market expansion, and commercial success
Advancing Industry Intelligence - Facilitating knowledge exchange through thought leadership, data-driven insights, and expert-led conferences
Our values
Shaping the future
Innovation
Showcasing cutting-edge aerospace technologies through leading exhibitors, live demonstrations, and industry-first product launches.
Collaboration
Bringing together global leaders, startups, and key stakeholders through dedicated networking programs and strategic forums.
Sustainability
Driving the future of green aviation with a dedicated space for sustainable technologies, alternative fuels, and eco-friendly solutions.
Excellence
Hosting world-class exhibitors, thought-provoking conferences, and unmatched business opportunities, setting new industry benchmarks.
Part of Informa Markets
Informa Markets creates platforms for industries and specialist markets to trade, innovate and grow. Informa provides marketplace participants around the globe with opportunities to engage, experience and do business through face-to-face exhibitions, targeted digital services and actionable data solutions. As the world's leading market-making company, Informa brings a diverse range of specialist markets to life, unlocking opportunities and helping them to thrive.
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