Frequently Asked Questions on the Dubai Airshow 2025

General Information

What is the Dubai Airshow?

The Dubai Airshow is one of the world’s largest and most important events for the aerospace, defense, and space industries. It’s a trade event for industry professionals to network, discover new technologies, and conduct business. It also features a public-facing area, SkyView, for watching the flying displays.

When and where is the Dubai Airshow 2025?

Dates: 17 – 21 November 2025

Location: DWC, Dubai Airshow Site, Dubai, United Arab Emirates

What are the event’s opening hours?

  • Mon, 17 Nov: 10:00 – 17:30
  • Tue, 18 Nov: 10:00 – 21:00 (Extended hours)
  • Wed, 19 Nov: 10:00 – 17:30
  • Thu, 20 Nov: 10:00 – 17:30
  • Fri, 21 Nov: 10:00 – 17:30

Attendance & Registration

Can the general public attend the Dubai Airshow?

No, the main Dubai Airshow exhibition is a strict trade-only event and is not open to the general public.

However, the public can purchase tickets for SkyView, a dedicated grandstand area next to the show site, to watch the spectacular daily flying displays.

What is SkyView?

SkyView is the public-facing part of the Dubai Airshow. It’s a ticketed grandstand area that offers the best views of the flying displays. It’s open to all ages and is designed for families and aviation enthusiasts.

Are there age restrictions?

  • Main Exhibition (Trade): Yes, entry is strictly for industry professionals aged 18 and over. Children are not permitted in the exhibition halls.
  • SkyView (Public): This area is open to all ages. However, attendees under 18 must be accompanied by an adult.

How do I register as a trade professional?

Trade visitors can register online through the official Dubai Airshow website. You will need to purchase an “Experience Pass” and provide supporting documents to verify your professional status, such as:

  • Passport copy
  • Passport-style photo
  • For UAE residents: Emirates ID (both sides) and a copy of your visa

Event Features

What are the main highlights of the Dubai Airshow 2025?

The 2025 edition, themed “The Future is Here,” will be the largest ever. Key features include:

  • Exhibitors: Over 1,500 exhibitors from the aerospace, defence, and space sectors.
  • Aircraft Display: More than 200 of the world’s most advanced aircraft on static and flying display.
  • eVTOLs (Flying Taxis): For the first time, the event will feature a live flying display of eVTOL (electric vertical take-off and landing) aircraft in the new Advanced Air Mobility (AAM) Pavilion.
  • Space Pavilion: A major focus on space exploration, featuring leaders from the UAE Space Agency and other international agencies and companies.
  • VISTA: The premier startup hub connecting over 120 innovative startups with investors and mentors.
  • Conferences: 450+ high-level speakers across 4 stages and 12 tracks, covering topics like Sustainability, Space, Advanced Air Mobility (AAM), and MRO (Maintenance, Repair, and Overhaul).

What is the VISTA Startup Hub?

VISTA is the startup platform at the Dubai Airshow. It’s a dedicated area for over 120 startups to showcase their innovations, participate in pitch competitions, and connect with a global network of investors and corporate partners.

What conferences are taking place?

The event hosts multiple high-level conferences. Key stages include:

  • Aerospace 2050: Focusing on the big-picture themes of Space, Sustainability, and NextGen Leaders.
  • Aviation Mobility: Covering practical industry topics like Advanced Air Mobility (AAM), MRO, and Passenger Experience.

Contact & Support

How can I contact the event organizers?

For official support, you can reach the Dubai Airshow team via:

  • Email: Dubaiairshowsupport@informa.com
  • Phone: +971 4 408 2888
  • WhatsApp: +971 4 245 7111