Dubai Air Show 2025
The Dubai Airshow 2025, the 19th edition of this biennial event, was held under the patronage of His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai.
Organized by Informa Markets in cooperation with the Dubai Civil Aviation Authority, Dubai Airports, Dubai World Central, and the UAE Armed Forces, it served as a premier global platform for the aerospace, aviation, defense, and space industries.
The theme, “The Future is Here,” emphasized innovation, sustainability, advanced air mobility (AAM), and cross-sector collaboration, aligning with the UAE’s vision for net-zero aviation and leadership in global aerospace growth.
Dubai Air Show 2025 Shechdule
The event attracted over 1,500 exhibitors (including 440 new participants), 148,000 trade visitors, 120 startups, 50 investors, and 490 military/civil delegations from 115 countries.
It featured 21 country pavilions (with Morocco debuting), 98 chalets, and an additional 8,000 square meters of exhibition space. Key highlights included over $100 billion in announced deals, groundbreaking technologies like eVTOL flights, and a record 200+ aircraft in flying and static displays.
However, the event was marred by a tragic incident on the final day: an Indian Air Force (IAF) HAL Tejas fighter jet crashed during an aerobatic display, killing pilot Wing Commander Namansh Syal (aged 34), leading to international tributes and some performance cancellations.
Dubai Air show Dates and Location
Dates:
November 17–21, 2025 (Monday to Friday; five full days).
Venue:
Purpose-built Airshow Site at Dubai World Central (DWC; also known as Al Maktoum International Airport), Dubai, UAE.
This expansive site, easily accessible from anywhere in the UAE, hosted the static park, runways for flying displays, pavilions, and networking zones.
The venue expanded for 2025 to accommodate larger crowds and exhibits.
Daily Schedule Overview:
Monday, November 17:
Opening day with keynotes, static displays, and evening “Party on the Runway” at Skydive Dubai (networking with DJs, skydiving, and Marina views).
Tuesday, November 18:
Extended hours until late evening for “Airshow After Dark” (live entertainment, drone light shows, global cuisines; open until 9 PM).
Focus on conferences and B2B matchmaking.
Wednesday–Thursday, November 19–20:
Peak conference days with 12 tracks across 4 stages; flying displays starting at 14:00 daily.
Friday, November 21:
Public/family access via SkyView; ended tragically with the Tejas crash at ~14:10 during a 2-minute demo.
Dubai air show Planes details
Aircraft Displays
Conferences & Thought Leadership
Pavilions & Zones
Networking & Social Events
Public/Family Access (SkyView)
Sustainability Focus
Participants and Exhibitors in Dubai show
Major Exhibitors:
1,500+ from 98+ countries, including Airbus (static A220), Boeing (return after absence; 777-9 focus), Bombardier, COMAC, Dassault, flydubai, General Atomics, Hindustan Aeronautics (HAL; Tejas demo), Joby Aviation, Rafael (unstaffed Israeli pavilion due to security), Russian Aerospace (Su-75 debut).
Speakers:
350+ global leaders; RAeS President Alisdair Wood lectured on vertical lift.
Country Pavilions:
21 total, strong German (40 exhibitors via BMWE), Chinese, US, and UAE presence.
Tickets, Pricing, and Access in Dubai Air show
Visitor Pass:
$299 (incl. VAT) for all 5 days; grants full access to exhibits, flying/static displays, conferences, tours, SkyView, SkyBites, and After Dark. Early bird: From $149. Students/professionals: Discounted workshops.
Gala Dinner:
Invitation-only; tickets ~$500+ (inquire from Sept 2025).
Dubai air Show Winning countries list
| Rank | Country | Key Wins/Highlights | Deal Value (Announced) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | United Arab Emirates (UAE) | Host nation; hosted Gala Dinner, sustainability sessions; UAE Armed Forces displays (e.g., Fursan Al Emarat aerobatics with Hongdu L-15). Strong in defense innovation and net-zero aviation push. | $5B+ (rotorcraft, local partnerships) |
| 2 | United States (USA) | Largest exhibitor presence (e.g., Boeing, General Atomics); F-16 Viper demo; eVTOL advancements (Joby Aviation’s historic flight). VIP cancellations post-Tejas crash showed respect. | $52B (Boeing orders for Emirates/flydubai/Akasa) |
| 3 | China | Debuts of COMAC C919/C909; strong pavilion; focus on commercial aviation growth. | Undisclosed (MoUs for widebodies) |
| 4 | France | Dassault Rafale demo; Airbus leads in orders (e.g., flydubai’s first Airbus deal). | $20B+ (A321neo family, H225M helicopters for Morocco) |
| 5 | United Kingdom | Eurofighter Typhoon elements; sustainability tech; RAeS lectures on vertical lift. | $2B+ (engine deals tied to Boeing) |
United Arab Emirates (UAE)
United States (USA)
China
France
United Kingdom (UK)
Germany (40+ exhibitors, strong via BMWE)
Russia
India
Italy
Canada
Spain
Netherlands
Sweden
Australia
Brazil
South Korea
Turkey
Saudi Arabia
Qatar
Egypt
Morocco (debut)
Dubai Air show 2025 Crash
Date & Time:
Friday, November 21, 2025, approximately 14:10 local time (last day of the show, during the public/family SkyView day).
What Happened at Dubai Air show 2025
The Tejas was performing a short 2-minute solo aerobatic display as part of the flying program.
After completing a high-alpha (high angle-of-attack) pass and a tight turn, the aircraft suddenly entered a rapid descent.
The pilot attempted recovery, but the jet struck the ground almost vertically in an open area near the runway at DWC (Al Maktoum International Airport), away from crowds and buildings.
A large fireball erupted on impact; the aircraft was completely destroyed.
Emergency services responded within seconds; sadly, the pilot did not eject and was declared deceased at the scene.
Pakistan’s Participation at Dubai Airshow 2025
Pakistan had a prominent presence at the Dubai Airshow 2025 (November 17–21, at Al Maktoum International Airport), showcasing its growing indigenous aviation capabilities through the Pakistan Aeronautical Complex (PAC) Kamra.
As one of the 21 country pavilions (part of representation from 98+ countries), Pakistan focused on defense exports, drawing significant crowds and interest from delegations.
The highlight was the JF-17 Thunder Block III, which emerged as a “major focal point” and “stole the spotlight,” contrasting with the tragic HAL Tejas crash from rival India on the final day.
Pakistan’s contingent emphasized reliability, affordability, and combat-proven performance (e.g., in 2019 and 2025 India-Pakistan conflicts, including Operation Bunyanum Marsoos and Marka-e-Haq), positioning the nation as a technology creator rather than just a user.