Farnborough

The build-up for the Farnborough Air Show continues with the opening date in a week’s time (Monday 18 July) getting closer and closer.  The public are welcome says the organisers.

But on Friday 22 July only!

The Farnborough International Airshow is to go back to its roots and allow public access to its exhibition halls to promote and inspire the next generation of pilots, engineers and innovators.

The seven-day global aerospace, defence and space trade event, which has traditionally included a public weekend, will now become a five-day trade event (Monday 18 July–Friday 22 July), removing the public weekend. Instead, Friday 22 July of the trade show will open its doors to the public and focus on inspiring the next generation and showcasing the technologies driving new products and manufacturing processes.

This enhances the Airshow’s valuable role as an inspirational event which encourages talented young people attracted to aerospace, defence and space to focus on developing skills needed to enter rewarding careers in these industries. Engaging the next generation with the right skills and qualifications is vital to securing the long-term success of organisations that make a valuable contribution to national prosperity.  

Gareth Rogers, CEO of Farnborough International, says: “The Farnborough International Airshow is a unique event. Allowing the public to see more of the people, products and processes that underpin the global aerospace, defence and space industries will help engage and inspire a new generation.

“Removing the public weekend will disappoint some, but for our exhibitors and trade visitors the focus is on business and accessing the talent they need to sustain global competitiveness”.

The Farnborough International Airshow is one of the world’s most important aerospace trade events. In 2018, the biennial show hosted more than 1,500 exhibitors and welcomed 80,000 visitors representing 112 countries. There will be an air display on each day of the airshow, showcasing the latest commercial and military aircraft.

www.farnboroughairshow.com

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Mike ,

Good to know that the public can go on the Friday.