AERO Friedrichshafen 2026

The annual Aero Friedrichshafen aviation trade fair reported record numbers of exhibitors and attendees this year.

Editors discuss developments in European business aviation after this week's Aero Friedrichshafen and the cancellation of the EBACE show.

Textron Aviation plans to grow its European Distribution Center in Dusseldorf by 50% to strengthen parts availability and handle increased fulfillment requests.

Italian OEM Tecnam rolled out the P2012 VIP version of its light aircraft during Aero Friedrichshafen, one it calls “the ultimate executive sanctuary.”

A year after being acquired by Diamond Aircraft of Austria, Volocopter said it is developing a new all-electric ultralight multicopter.

Elixir Aircraft launched the next generation of aircraft, the Elixir+ two-seat trainer, with several enhancements.

Aura Aero unveiled multiple cabin configurations of the ERA hybrid-electric regional aircraft it is developing for a planned entry into service in 2030.

Aero Friedrichshafen opened on media day, April 21, with a heightened focus on business aviation.

Textron Aviation announced a fleet order by European charter operator Luminair for nine Cessna Citation Latitude midsize business jets.

Electron Aerospace has unveiled a revised concept for its E5 all-electric five-seater.

The German aviation trade fair takes on new meaning for business aviation after organizers cancel EBACE.

The European Business Aviation Association (EBAA) has canceled the 2026 edition of the EBACE business aviation convention and exhibition, which was scheduled to take place June 2-4 in Geneva.