Farnborough International Airshow

08/09/2026

Part 2 of our birthday celebrations takes us back to a truly transformative chapter in Farnborough International Airshow history. ✈️

From groundbreaking air displays to the expansion of the world-renowned trade exhibition, Putting the International in FIA (1973-1997) explores the years that helped shape the event into the global platform it is today.

📖 Read the next chapter in our history series:
https://www.farnboroughairshow.com/resources/news-blogs/blog-list/fia75-part-2-putting-the-international-in-fia-1973-1997/

07/09/2026

How did Farnborough become the home of one of the world's most recognised airshows? ✈️

As part of our celebrations, we're exploring the history of Farnborough International Airshow, starting with how the show first arrived in Farnborough in 1948.

📖 Read the first chapter of the story: https://lnkd.in/ej8ty5Fs

Images: Paul Cooper & FAST Archive

07/09/2026

Happy Birthday to Us! ✈️ 🎉

This week, Farnborough International Airshow celebrates 78 years since the first airshow took place at Farnborough in 1948.

While much has changed over the decades, one thing has remained constant: Farnborough’s role in bringing the global aerospace industry together.

Throughout the week, we’ll be delving further into the archives, revisiting the moments, people and milestones that have shaped the airshow’s remarkable history.

From 1948 to 2026, here’s to Farnborough International Airshow’s 78th anniversary, and to many more years of innovation, collaboration and progress to come.

From exhibitors and partners to visitors and industry pioneers, thank you for being part of the journey! 💞

03/09/2026

More than an airshow. ✈️

FIA2026 brought together the entire aviation community, from passionate fans and families to industry leaders and the next generation of talent. A place to share experiences, discover what's next and inspire future careers in aerospace.

07/08/2026

Highlights | Chinook

The Chinook Role Demo returned to . 🚁

One of the most recognisable aircraft in military aviation, the Joint Aviation Command Chinook Role Demo showcased the helicopter's heavy-lift capability and operational versatility in the skies above Farnborough.

06/08/2026

Highlights | Apache & Wildcat Helicopters

The Joint Aviation Command, British Army Air Corps Display Team brought both the Apache and Wildcat helicopters to Farnborough, showcasing the agility, precision and capability of modern military helicopter operations.

A standout rotary-wing display that drew plenty of attention throughout show week.

04/08/2026

Highlights | Fursan Al Emarat
Fursan Al Emarat brought one of the most distinctive displays of to the skies above Farnborough, flying Hongdu L-15 aircraft in formation to represent the emirates of the UAE.

With their black-and-gold livery and smoke trails inspired by the colours of the UAE flag, they were hard to miss during show week!

03/08/2026

Highlights | Airbus A350-1000

One of the stars of the FIA2026 flying display. ✈️

The Airbus A350-1000 flew daily throughout show week, giving visitors plenty of opportunities to catch it in action above Farnborough.

31/07/2026

31/07/2026

POV: The flying display starts and everyone becomes an aviation photographer. 📸✈️

Honestly, we don't blame them. The flying display was something special. 🤩