The Farnborough International Airshow has experienced unprecedented demand for its 2026 edition, with more than 85% of the show floor and chalets already reserved or sold out.

Taking place from 20-24 July 2026 at Farnborough International’s Exhibition and Conference Centre in Hampshire, UK, the airshow is a world-class trade exhibition for the aerospace, aviation, and defence industries.

In 2024, it had over 100,000 visitors in attendance, 1,500 exhibitors from 60 countries, 90 civil and military aircraft featured, and hosted 390 delegations (civil, military, and space). Since the last show, it has seen a 33% increase in visitors, 57% increase in delegation attendance, and more than $105 billion in commercial deals, solidifying its reputation as a key event for the industry to attend.

Based on the current demand for the 2026 instalment, show organisers are expecting to exceed these figures.

Already, companies confirmed to be present include Airbus, BAE systems, Lockheed Martin, Bell, Viasat, and MBDA. Abroad, Kallman Worldwide was the first international partner to sign up and secured a record 2,500 sqm pavilion space, reinforcing the relationship between the US and UK aerospace and defence industries.

Gareth Rogers, chief executive of Farnborough International, said: “From dynamic UK start-ups to global industry innovators, the exhibition halls and chalets are incredibly diverse and reflective of the global aerospace, defence and space sectors today. With no sign of slowing down combined with our unrelenting focus on customer experience, we are projecting that 100% of all exhibition space will be secured before the end of this year.”