In a post on social media platform X on Sunday, His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, welcomed delegates ahead of the opening of one of the world’s largest aviation exhibitions, as the Dubai Airshow returns for its biggest edition to date.
His Highness posted that this year’s event will welcome delegations from 115 countries, alongside 490 civilian and military representatives and an estimated 150,000 visitors.
The five-day showcase will bring together the latest innovations in global aviation, airport technologies, defence systems and aerospace development. More than 200 state-of-the-art aircraft will be on display, spanning commercial fleets, private jets, military aircraft and next-generation unmanned systems.
A dedicated space technology exhibition and conference will also run on the sidelines, reflecting the UAE’s growing role in the global space sector.
His Highness said the UAE is proud to host the largest edition of the event, emphasising the nation’s status as a “key international hub and platform in the world of aviation.”
ينطلق غداً في دولة الإمارات أحد أكبر معارض الطيران العالمية بمشاركة 115 دولة .. و490 وفداً مدنياً وعسكرياً .. بالإضافة لحوالي 150 ألف زائر .
— HH Sheikh Mohammed (@HHShkMohd) November 16, 2025
معرض دبي للطيران هدفه استعراض أحدث تقنيات عالم المطارات والطيران .. وسيعرض أكثر من 200 طائرة حديثة ضمن كافة الاستخدامات المدنية والعسكرية…
“We welcome all visiting delegations,” he added, highlighting the country’s long-standing commitment to advancing the aviation industry and facilitating international cooperation.
The Dubai Airshow opens tomorrow at Dubai World Central.
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