El Alamein International Airshow 2026 Kicks Off in Egypt

From 8-10 September 2026, El Alamein International Airport will welcome the global aviation, aerospace and space community as El Alamein International Airshow returns with an expanded programme of innovation, business and international collaboration. Hosted in Egypt's rapidly developing Mediterranean destination of New El Alamein City, the event combines a world-class international exhibition, spectacular flying displays and the Aerospace Future Technology Symposium, creating one of the region's premier platforms for investment, technology, partnership and industry dialogue. Building on the success of its inaugural edition, El Alamein International Airshow 2026 continues to evolve as a meeting place for the organisations shaping the future of flight. From commercial aviation and aerospace manufacturing to advanced air mobility, satellite technologies and next-generation innovation, the event showcases the ideas, technologies and partnerships driving the industry's future. International Exhibition The international exhibition is organised around three specialist sectors, reflecting the breadth of today's aerospace industry: Aerospace: aircraft manufacturing, aerospace engineering, MRO, advanced air mobility, avionics and the wider aerospace supply chain. aircraft manufacturing, aerospace engineering, MRO, advanced air mobility, avionics and the wider aerospace supply chain. Commercial Aviation: airlines, airports, aviation infrastructure, passenger experience, operational technologies and aviation services. airlines, airports, aviation infrastructure, passenger experience, operational technologies and aviation services. Space: satellite technologies, Earth observation, communications, launch capabilities, navigation systems and commercial space innovation. Aerospace Future Technology Symposium Headline Sponsor: Lockheed Martin Held on 7 September, the Aerospace Future Technology Symposium brought together senior government representatives, civil aviation authorities, space agencies and industry leaders to examine the trends transforming aviation and aerospace. Sessions explored artificial intelligence, advanced manufacturing, autonomy, civil aviation development, space technologies and international collaboration, with keynote addresses from distinguished speakers representing Egypt and the global aerospace community. Flying Display Programme Alongside the conference and exhibition, visitors will experience an exciting programme of flying displays featuring military and civilian aircraft, internationally renowned aerobatic display teams and aviation demonstrations celebrating engineering excellence and the future of flight. Confirmed flying display participants include: UAE - Al Fursan/ Fursan Al Emarate Russia - Russian Knights / Swifts South Korea - Black Eagles Greece - Zeus Demo Team India - Surya Kiran Aerobatic Team (SKAT) Turkey - Turkish Stars / SoloTürk Hosted by Egypt Hosted with the support of the Egyptian Ministry of Defence, Egyptian Air Force, Ministry of Civil Aviation, Egyptian Space Agency and EgyptAir, the event reflects Egypt's commitment to advancing aviation, aerospace and space while strengthening its position as a gateway connecting Africa, the Middle East and Europe. The inaugural 2024 edition welcomed more than 10,000 visitors, over 200 exhibitors and participants from more than 80 countries, earning recognition from international aerospace media and establishing a strong foundation for continued growth. The Royal Aeronautical Society described the event as 'a well-run show' with 'genuine promise' that 'may well become a fixture on the international circuit.'