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Farnborough International Airshow 2026 convened the world of aerospace, defence and space to shape the future of flight. The show welcomed 141,580 trade and public visitors, a show-on-show increase of 41%, and nearly double 2022’s attendance, providing the stage for commercial deals worth over $84.7 billion.

Across five days, leaders from government, manufacturers, investors, start-ups, academia, media and future talent from 136 countries gathered at the birthplace of British Aviation. Boeing, Airbus, Embraer, LEAP and Pratt & Whitney led the commercial announcements, while the likes of BAE Systems, MBDA and Anduril Industries unveiled new defence technologies. In total, 353 firm commercial aircraft orders have been placed alongside 904 firm engine orders.

In a global first, Vertical Aerospace made history by completing the first public electric vertical take-off and landing (eVTOL) flight at Farnborough International Airshow, switching from helicopter mode to aeroplane mode and back again. Fursan Al Emarat – UAE National Air Display Team also made their Farnborough debut with their renowned seven-jet aerial display.

Farnborough International Airshow 2026 Aircraft Highlights Vertical Aerospace Fursan Al Emarat US Air Force F35

Farnborough International Airshow 2026 Aircraft Highlights: Vertical Aerospace, Fursan Al Emarat, US Air Force F-35A

The airshow also provided an important forum for government and industry engagement, with attendance from the newly formed government including Wes Streeting MP, Secretary of State for Defence; Kanishka Narayan MP, Minister of State (Minister for Artificial Intelligence); and Jonathan Reynolds MP, Secretary of State for Business, Innovation, Science and Trade.

Pioneers of Tomorrow sold-out ahead of the event and once again placed future talent at the centre of the airshow, with thousands of members of the public welcomed through the gates on Friday 24 July. Through careers activity, live demonstrations and opportunities to meet employers and educators, the dedicated programme inspired young people to explore pathways into aerospace, engineering and STEM, while helping industry engage directly with its future workforce.

Discussing the success of the show, Gareth Rogers, CEO of Farnborough International, said:

“Farnborough International Airshow 2026 has once again shown what can be achieved when the global aerospace community comes together with purpose. Across the week, we have seen business getting done, partnerships strengthened, and ideas turned into action, all against the backdrop of an industry focused on innovation and long-term progress.

“From the organisations defining aerospace today to the pioneers building its future, the energy across the show has been exceptional. We are proud to provide a platform that drives commercial success, supports international collaboration and inspires the next generation. It has been a privilege to welcome the industry to Farnborough, and we look forward to building on the momentum created here.”

Farnborough International Airshow returns to the industry calendar 17-21 July 2028.

Farnborough International Airshow is set to welcome senior leaders from the UK Space Agency, the European Space Agency (ESA), the Turkish Space Agency and NASA as part of its Space Zone Theatre programme.

Farnborough International Airshow’s Space Zone Theatre provides a dedicated platform for the global space community to discuss the opportunities, challenges and partnerships shaping the future of the sector.

The Heads of Agency Panel, titled Global Collaboration in a Changing Space Environment, will include Rebecca Evernden, Director, UK Space Agency; Dr Josef Aschbacher, Director General, ESA; and Mr Yusuf Kıraç, President, Turkish Space Agency. Taking place in the Space Zone Theatre from 12:00 to 12:50 on Monday 20 July, the discussion will explore how international space agencies are reshaping collaboration frameworks as space activity scales and diversifies, with a focus on strategic alignment, interoperability, sustainability and the responsible use of space.

The panel will be moderated by Rosa Schmidt, Senior Reporter at SpaceWatch Global, and will bring together C-suite perspectives on collective leadership in an increasingly complex space environment.

Following later in the day, Jared Isaacman, Administrator, NASA will be hosting an exclusive keynote at 14:00 on the Space Zone Theatre.

Farnborough International Airshow has confirmed that the Italian Air Force (Aeronautica Militare) and the United States Air Force (USAF) will bring an impressive line-up of aircraft to the 2026 event, further strengthening the show’s position as a global showcase for aerospace and defence capability.

The Italian Air Force – Reparto Sperimentale di Volo Eurofighter display team will present a Eurofighter Typhoon multirole fighter, designated locally as the F-2000A, across all 5 days of the airshow.

It will also showcase two aircraft on static display:

The C-27J Spartan is a rugged tactical transport aircraft designed for demanding operational environments, while the T-346A Master is a cutting-edge advanced jet trainer used to prepare pilots for next-generation fast-jet operations.

Adding to the significant United States presence at the show, and joining the U.S. Air Force F-35A Lightning II Demonstration Team, the US will bring a powerful static aircraft line-up:

Italian Air Force (C-27J Spartan & Eurofighter Typhoon) and United States Air Force (CH-47F Chinook)

Taking place from 20–24 July 2026, Farnborough International Airshow will convene global aerospace, defence and space leaders for five days of aircraft displays, exhibition activity, technology showcases and major industry announcements. Its flying and static displays are among the show’s most anticipated features, giving trade audiences and visitors a close-up view of current and future aviation capability.

Farnborough International Airshow 2026 will welcome industry leaders, government representatives, media, exhibitors and visitors from around the world. The final day, Friday 24 July, will host Pioneers of Tomorrow, a public STEM and careers programme designed to inspire the next generation of aerospace innovators.

Additional aircraft announcements will be made in the lead-up to the show.

Farnborough International Airshow will welcome a significant international finance and investment community to the Aerospace Global Forum: Finance Summit, a new platform designed to connect global capital with opportunities in aerospace, defence, space, cyber, and enabling technologies.

Created to build meaningful connections between capital and industry, the Finance Summit will bring together carefully selected senior investment decision-makers from across the global financial ecosystem. More than 600 investors from around 350 companies have been identified for participation, spanning major investment banks, sovereign wealth funds, private equity, fund managers, hedge funds, venture capital, consultancies, M&A specialists, stock exchanges, trade bodies and corporate advisory organisations.

Senior representatives are expected from a broad range of finance organisations, including Goldman Sachs, J.P. Morgan, Citigroup, Barclays Bank PLC, HSBC, Deutsche Bank, UBS, Blackstone, Carlyle, Warburg Pincus, Mubadala, Qatar Investment Authority, Temasek International, Tikehau Capital, the British Business Bank, the London Stock Exchange and UK Export Finance, among others.

Discussing the new summit, Gareth Rogers, CEO of Farnborough International, said: “Finance and investment have always been underlying themes of the airshow, but we wanted to give it emphasis to support the industry as it accelerates. The launch of the Finance Summit is our response to the growing demand from investors seeking direct access to high-quality market insight, business development opportunities and emerging innovation across aerospace, defence and space.

Attendees have identified the conference programme, market trends, new business partnerships, existing partner engagement and visibility of new projects as key reasons for attending.

Taking place as part of the Aerospace Global Forum at Farnborough International Airshow 2026, the Finance Summit will feature keynote sessions, panel discussions, roundtables and dedicated networking opportunities. The programme is designed to connect investors, banks and consultancies with leading aerospace, defence, security and space organisations, from global primes to emerging start-ups.

The Finance Summit reinforces Farnborough International Airshow’s role as a global platform where capital meets innovation, supporting long-term ecosystem engagement and helping aerospace, defence and space businesses access the relationships, insight and investment needed to scale.

Fursan Al Emarat, the United Arab Emirates National Aerobatics Team, will arrive in Farnborough, Hampshire, on Saturday 11 July 2026 ahead of validating its flying display for the Farnborough International Airshow 2026, taking place 20-24 July 2026.

Established in 2008 by bringing together elite pilots from the UAE Air Force and Air Defence, Fursan Al Emarat made its public display debut in 2011. The team is known for routines performed by seven aircraft, symbolising the UAE’s seven emirates, and for smoke trails inspired by the colours of the UAE flag. Its black and gold aircraft scheme reflects the country’s heritage.

Fursan Al Emarat joins the second wave of aircraft and display teams confirmed for the Farnborough International Airshow flying display. Newly announced flying displays include:

The latest aircraft announced for the static display further broaden the show’s representation across commercial, military, rotary-wing, uncrewed and future-combat capability. New static display additions include:

Taking place from 20–24 July 2026, Farnborough International Airshow will convene global aerospace, defence and space leaders for five days of aircraft displays, exhibition activity, technology showcases and industry announcements. The flying and static displays remain among the most anticipated features of the show, giving visitors and trade audiences the opportunity to see current and future aviation capability in action.

Farnborough International Airshow 2026 will welcome industry, government, media, exhibitors and visitors from around the world, with the final day, Friday 24 July, dedicated to Pioneers of Tomorrow, a public STEM and careers programme designed to inspire the next generation of aerospace innovators.

More aircraft will be announced during the lead up to the show.

The globally recognised Farnborough International Airshow has announced the latest speakers confirmed for its Aerospace Global Forum (AGF) and Space Zone Theatre.

Bringing together leaders from aerospace, aviation, defence, finance, government, space and emerging technology, the airshow hosts strategic, cross-sector discussions across its summit programmes, convening senior decision-makers shaping the future of aerospace, defence, space and global innovation.

Newly confirmed speakers include:

Aerospace Global Forum

Space Zone Theatre

More than 60 speakers have been confirmed for the Space Zone Theatre programme, including the likes of:

The Aerospace Global Forum and Space Zone Theatre programmes will take place alongside the Farnborough International Airshow from 20 to 24 July 2026 at the Farnborough International Exhibition & Conference Centre in Hampshire, UK.

Farnborough International Airshow 2026, the world’s most international aerospace event, and the Barrie Wells Trust are celebrating a decade of partnership.

Over the last 10 years, the Barrie Wells Trust and Farnborough International Airshow have hosted over 660 guests across 22 chalets. Farnborough International and its clients are honoured to donate and organise money can’t buy experiences during the internationally renowned airshow for seriously ill and disabled children and their families, invited by the Barrie Wells Trust’s Box4Kids initiative.

As part of its public-focused day, Pioneers of Tomorrow, on 24 July 2026, Farnborough International Airshow is planning out-of-this-world activities for the hundreds of Box4Kids guests and volunteers. Aerospace industry leaders attending the airshow, including Embraer, Accenture, ATI, Honeywell and Kallman, are providing exclusive chalets, aircraft tours, meetings with pilots and activities for the guests to immerse themselves in.

Discussing the event, Barrie Wells, founder of the Barrie Wells Trust and Box4Kids, said: “I am absolutely delighted that the Barrie Wells Trust is partnering with Farnborough International Airshow again at their Pioneers of Tomorrow event. This is unquestionably one of our top Box4Kids events for the year. This year’s collaboration is especially meaningful as we celebrate 10 years of partnership together. A decade of creating unforgettable experiences and inspiring memorable opportunities for seriously ill children and their families – thanks to the incredible support of Farnborough International Airshow and the wonderful generosity of exhibitors and industry partners. I am looking forward to another brilliant Box4Kids event at the airshow in July.”

Joe Muir, Commercial Aerospace Director, Farnborough International, added: “Farnborough International Airshow has been a proud host of Box4Kids since 2016, and we value the opportunity to support the charity and the families and provide incredible experiences for them to cherish with our exhibitors. Supporting the next generation is a key focus for us, and we look forward to hosting the families at our Pioneers of Tomorrow day at the Farnborough International Airshow.”

Barrie Wells MBE created the Barrie Wells Trust in 2009, where he remains the sole funder. Following a successful career as a financial services entrepreneur, Barrie turned to philanthropy, opting to giveaway his money in his own lifetime. He invented Box4Kids in 2010 which invites seriously ill children to enjoy a sporting or entertainment event from the comfort and luxury of an executive box. Over 320 different companies donate boxes and chalets across 173 venues and the Trust has a network of over 200 hospitals and hospices across the country who nominate children for Box4Kids events. The children invited have a range of life-limiting conditions and to date over 27,0000 guests have enjoyed a Box4Kids experience.

For further information regarding the Barrie Wells Trust and Box4Kids, please visit: www.barriewellstrust.org.

Orbis UK has been appointed as the official charity partner of the Farnborough International Airshow, one of the world’s most prestigious aerospace events.

This partnership aligns Orbis’s global mission to fight avoidable blindness with the Farnborough International Airshow’s focus on sustainability, innovation, and the future of aviation.

It will support Orbis’s work to prevent and treat avoidable blindness worldwide through the Flying Eye Hospital, a fully equipped ophthalmic teaching hospital on board an aircraft, alongside the use of artificial intelligence and global vision programmes.

As one of the world’s leading aviation events, the Airshow brings together thousands of industry leaders, innovators, media representatives and visitors, providing a prominent platform to raise awareness of Orbis’s sight-saving work.

Through this collaboration, Orbis will showcase its impact in delivering treatment and training worldwide, while also promoting dialogue around the intersection of aviation, innovation and global health.

Rebecca Cronin, CEO Orbis UK: “We are honoured to be selected as the official charity partner of the Farnborough International Airshow. This partnership allows us to share our mission with a global audience and build meaningful connections that will help us reach more people around the world in need of eye care.”

Joe Muir, Aerospace Commercial Director, Farnborough International, said: “We are proud to partner with Orbis once again and support their incredible work tackling avoidable blindness worldwide. Their innovative approach aligns closely with the spirit of the airshow, and we are driven to support their objective of building meaningful relationships and inspiring collaboration to make a tangible difference.”

Orbis will showcase its work throughout the five-day event in Farnborough International Airshow’s brand-new exhibition hall.

The line-up underlines Farnborough’s status as an international stage for aerospace, bringing together aircraft, teams and manufacturers from the United States, the United Kingdom, continental Europe and Latin America, with many more to be announced. Showcasing frontline military capability, heritage aviation to next-generation commercial platforms and emerging advanced air mobility aircraft, the flying display will reflect the ambition of the international industry today.

Headlining the display across the five-day event is the U.S. Air Force F-35A Lightning II Demonstration Team, performing its only public display in Europe this year. The team will be showcasing the unmatched performance, agility, and advanced capabilities of the F-35A, the Air Force’s premier fifth-generation multirole fighter. Through dynamic aerial displays, the team highlights the F-35A’s stealth, sensor fusion, and combat versatility, inspiring future generations to explore careers in aviation and military service.

The first aircraft and teams announced in the flying display include:

Aircraft Display Announcement Farnborough Airshow

Static aircraft will include the Czech Air Force’s JAS-39 Gripen, DHL Air UK’s B777-200LRMF, BETA Technologies’ MV250, Embraer S.A. 195 E2, GE Aerospace’s B-747-400, General Atomic AeroTec Systems’ Do228 NXT and many more.

Taking place 20-24 July 2026, the trailblazing Farnborough International Airshow will see global aerospace and defence leaders return to Hampshire, United Kingdom, for five days of unrivalled opportunities to discover the latest pioneering technology and engineering, announce historic partnerships, and collaboratively work towards the cumulative sustainable aerospace vision.

On Friday, 24 July, the airshow will welcome thousands of young people for a dedicated STEM day, Pioneers of Tomorrow, inspiring the next generation of industry leaders. The day will include dedicated features and activity, including live entertainment, simulators, Meet The Pilot sessions, speaker programme, STEM activities and Careers Fair and digital Job Board to advertise apprenticeships, graduate schemes and entry-level roles, as well as competitions and on-stand experiences targeted at young people.

Aerospace Global Forum (AGF) has announced the first confirmed speakers for its 2026 edition, taking place within the globally recognised Farnborough International Airshow.

Bringing together leaders from aerospace, aviation, defence, finance, government, space and emerging technology; AGF will host strategic, cross-sector discussions across four summit programmes: the Finance Summit, Airline Leaders’ Summit, Defence Summit and Technology Summit. The forum will convene senior decision-makers shaping the future of aerospace and global innovation.

Confirmed speakers include:

AGF will provide a platform for keynote presentations, strategic discussion and high-level networking, bringing together decision-makers from across the global aerospace ecosystem. Farnborough International Airshow remains a vital platform for the international aerospace community, attracting manufacturers, innovators, policymakers and investors from around the world.

The Aerospace Global Forum is proud to be supported by industry-leading sponsors and strategic partners helping shape the future of the global aerospace and defence sectors. Headline sponsorship includes RTX for the Airline Leaders Summit; PA Consulting, supporting the AGF Defence Summit session “GCAP and the Next Era of Air Dominance: Sovereignty, Strategy, Technology, and Global Security”; and IBM, sponsoring the AGF Technology Summit session “AI-Driven Readiness: Unlocking the Next Era of Operational Advantage.”

The Forum is further strengthened by the support of leading industry and business organisations, including the Saudi British Joint Business Council, Rothschild & Co., London Defence Conference, British Business Bank, National Wealth Fund, Office for Investment, ConvergX, XeleratedFifty and Redcliffe Advisory, whose collaboration reinforces AGF’s role as a leading platform for innovation, investment, international partnership and strategic dialogue across aerospace, defence and advanced technologies.

Sabina Pennings, European Co-Head of Aerospace & Defence, Rothschild & Co, comments: “In an increasingly contested geopolitical environment, where investing in defence and resilience is a geostrategic priority, Rothschild & Co is pleased to be a partner of the Aerospace Global Forum at the Farnborough International Airshow 2026.”

The Aerospace Global Forum will take place alongside the Farnborough International Airshow from 20 to 24 July 2026 at the Farnborough International Exhibition & Conference Centre in Hampshire, UK.

Additional speakers and programme details for Aerospace Global Forum 2026 will be announced in the coming weeks.

For more information on the Aerospace Global Forum programme, visit: https://www.aerospaceglobalforum.com/