ILA Berlin 2026 Sets New Standards with Increased Attendance and Record International Participation
ILA Berlin 2026 Sets New Standards with Increased Attendance and Record International Participation ILA Berlin 2026 has further expanded its international significance: 110,000 attendees came to BER, the capital region’s airport, this year – a significant increase compared to 2024. Interest from the general public was also high: Despite an increased ticket allocation, weekend tickets sold out early. A total of 765 exhibitors from 37 countries showcased innovations spanning the entire value chain, from climate-friendly aviation and space technologies to security and defence, across more than 200,000 square meters. Mor than 400 speakers discussed key future issues facing the industry on three stages. Meanwhile, 330 delegations from about 60 countries used ILA as a platform for political dialogue and international cooperation. Approximately 100 aircraft demonstrated the full range of aerospace technology on the ground and in the air. Marie-Christine von Hahn, CEO of BDLI: “This ILA sent a powerful message to…
ILA Berlin 2026 Takes Off – International Aerospace Exhibition Opens at BER Airport
ILA Berlin 2026 Takes Off – International Aerospace Exhibition Opens at BER Airport • Approximately 100,000 attendees are expected• More than 750 exhibitors from 37 countries• Opening ceremony by Federal Chancellor Friedrich Merz• High-ranking political guests from Germany, Europe, and around the world• Around 100 aircraft on the ground and in the air – including the German Heron TP, Airbus Beluga, Emirates A380, and AW249• Competitiveness, technology, and sovereignty are the focus of the stage programILA Berlin 2026 kicks off today under the theme “Pioneering Aerospace.” Over the next five days, Berlin Airport (BER) will once again serve as an international hub for the aerospace industry. More than 750 exhibitors from 37 countries will present innovations and future technologies from the aviation, space, and defense sectors. Approximately 100,000 attendees and around 330 delegations from more than 60 countries are expected. In doing so, the ILA underscores its role as Europe’s leading trade fair for aerospace, security,…
ILA Backstage: The Capital Region Showcases Its Aerospace Expertise
ILA Backstage: The Capital Region Showcases Its Aerospace Expertise Even before the official opening, Brandenburg’s Minister President Dr. Dietmar Woidke and Berlin’s Governing Mayor Kai Wegner got a first look at the highlights of ILA Berlin 2026 during the “ILA Backstage” tour.Bereits vor der offiziellen Eröffnung haben Brandenburgs Ministerpräsident Dr. Dietmar Woidke und Berlins Regierender Bürgermeister Kai Wegner beim Rundgang „ILA Backstage“ einen ersten Einblick in die Highlights der ILA Berlin 2026 erhalten. From June 10 to 14, ILA Berlin will showcase the full spectrum of the aerospace industry and serve as a meeting place for industry, politics, the armed forces, science, and research. 750 exhibitors from 37 countries will present their innovations at BER Airport. Approximately 100,000 attendees are expected, along with about 100 aircraft on the ground and in the air. Berlin-Brandenburg as a Hub for the Aerospace Industry It is no coincidence that the ILA is based…
ILA 2026 brings state-of-the-art aircraft and drones to Berlin
From 10 to 14 June 2026, ILA will be all about the future of aerospace. Around 750 exhibitors from 37 countries will be presenting civil and military aviation technology on the ground and in the air. Highlights will include the German premiere of the Heron TP drone, the AW249 combat helicopter and the Airbus Racer, as well as the DO228 NXT and the A350 aircraft. ILA showcases the full spectrum of the aerospace industry, from wide-body and research and transport aircraft to drones, helicopters and innovative utility aircraft. Selected flight demonstrations are integrated into ongoing flight operations at the adjacent BER airport, showcasing technological developments in real-world flight conditions. Flying Display: German Heron TP produces high-resolution aerial photographs A special highlight at this year’s ILA will be flyovers by a German Heron TP (GHTP) operated by the German Armed Forces. The unmanned aerial vehicle was developed for long-range reconnaissance missions with extended…
ILA Berlin 2026 Brings Leading International Expertise to the Stage
ILA Berlin 2026 Brings Leading International Expertise to the Stage ILA Berlin 2026 brings together international decision-makers from politics, industry, the armed forces, and research. On three STAGES, they will discuss competitiveness, technological sovereignty, and the future of aerospace. Topics will range from climate-friendly propulsion systems and maintenance (MRO) to space missions and New Space, as well as drones and the expansion of the Bundeswehr. The stage program is one of the ILA’s unique selling points. During the trade visitor days from 10 to 12 June, the focus will be on current industry and security policy issues. Over the weekend, the program is tailored specifically to the general public. The Transformation of Aviation ILA STAGE Aviation focuses on the future of aviation, covering everything from sustainable aviation fuels (SAFs) and hydrogen technologies to new aircraft concepts. The program is complemented by topics such as lightweight carbon fiber composite construction, additive…
ILA Berlin 2026 will focus on competitiveness, technology, and sovereignty
From June 10 to 14, 2026, BER Airport will once again become the center of the international aerospace industry. ILA Berlin is one of the world’s leading aerospace trade fairs and brings together the most important players from industry, politics, research, and the armed forces. Around 90 percent of the exhibition space has already been allocated, and super early bird tickets for trade visitors are now on sale in the ticket shop. Pioneering Aerospace – ILA Berlin stands for competitiveness, technology, and sovereignty. But it’s about more than just technology. As a political industry platform, ILA Berlin unites the entire aerospace ecosystem, including young high-tech startups, global players, specialized suppliers, OEMs, think tanks, universities, ministries, authorities, and international organizations. One unique feature of ILA is its content program: on several live stages, international experts discuss key future industry issues – from technological innovation and digital transformation to geopolitics and security…