Farnborough Airshow 2028: Aerospace Guide & Attendee List
By Ilyas Kerbal,
Farnborough International Airshow is one of the world’s two great aerospace shows. It runs in even years in Hampshire, England, and the next edition takes place from 17 to 21 July 2028. The 2026 show was a landmark: 141,580 trade and public visitors (up 41%) from 136 countries, more than US$84.7bn in commercial deals, 353 firm aircraft orders and 904 firm engine orders.
For aerospace suppliers, defence companies and service providers, Farnborough offers access to airline, OEM and defence decision-makers in a more compact setting than Paris.
Farnborough at a glance
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Industry | Aerospace |
| Venue | Farnborough International Exhibition & Conference Centre, Hampshire |
| City and country | Farnborough, UK |
| Next edition | 17–21 July 2028 |
| Frequency | Biennial (even years) |
| Does it move? | No. Always Farnborough, even years (alternates with Paris). |
| Scale | 141,580 trade and public visitors (+41%) from 136 countries; US$84.7bn+ deals; 353 firm aircraft orders (2026) |
| Organiser | Farnborough International Ltd (ADS Group) |
| Typical ticket price | Trade Visitor Pass from £63 + VAT |
| Event app / platform | Official FIA app |
| Website | farnboroughairshow.com |
What Farnborough covers
Farnborough is a five-day trade show for aerospace, defence and space, with flying displays and a large static park:
- Commercial aerospace and engines
- Defence and security
- Space
- Aerospace supply chain and MRO
- Sustainable aviation and future flight (eVTOL, hydrogen)
Its “Pioneers of Tomorrow” day focuses on young people and future talent.
Where it takes place
The show is held at the Farnborough International Exhibition & Conference Centre and airfield, about an hour south-west of London. It does not move. In odd years the industry goes to Paris–Le Bourget. Transport and accommodation around Farnborough are limited.
Who attends Farnborough
| Audience | Interest | Relevance |
|---|---|---|
| Airline and leasing executives | Orders and fleet planning | Very senior buyers |
| Defence ministries and armed forces | Capabilities and programmes | Government buyers |
| OEM and supplier procurement | Supplier selection | Core targets |
| SMEs and regional aerospace clusters | Partners | Subcontracting |
| Investors and media | Market insight | Visibility |
Airbus A380 landing at the Farnborough Airshow. Photo: Richard W.M. Jones, Public domain, via Wikimedia Commons.
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Trade passes
A Trade Visitor Pass starts at £63 + VAT, and you choose how many trade days to attend. Trade days are open to professionals from all industries.
The FIA app
The official FIA app includes the exhibitor list, flying-display schedule, maps and meeting tools. Useful on site, but it won’t give you a list of procurement and engineering contacts to approach before the show.
How to prospect Farnborough
- Segment exhibitors into OEMs, tier-1s, MRO, defence and space.
- Map UK and regional aerospace clusters. Many SMEs exhibit under them.
- Identify procurement and engineering leads at the companies you want to supply.
- Plan travel early. Hotels near Farnborough sell out, and July heat makes long days.
- Lock in meetings before deal announcements take over executives’ diaries.
Pros and cons
| Pros | Cons |
|---|---|
| Major deal announcements and global leaders | Biennial |
| More compact than Paris | Limited transport and accommodation |
| Strong UK supply-chain and defence presence | July heat and crowds |
Frequently asked questions
When is Farnborough Airshow 2028?
From 17 to 21 July 2028.
How much is a Farnborough trade pass?
The Trade Visitor Pass starts at £63 + VAT.
How big was Farnborough 2026?
141,580 visitors from 136 countries and more than US$84.7bn in deals, including 353 firm aircraft orders.
Can I get a Farnborough attendee list?
Visitor data is not published. An enriched list builds on exhibitor data and adds decision-makers.
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Related event guides
- Paris Air Show 2027: Le Bourget Guide & Attendee List
- DSEI 2027 London: Defence Exhibition Guide & Attendee List
- IAC 2027 Poznań: International Astronautical Congress Guide
Sources
- Official website: farnboroughairshow.com
- Farnborough 2026 results (Air Cargo Week)
- FIA trade registration
Image credits
- Cover image: Photo: U.S. Air Force photo by Capt. Michael Hardy, Public domain, via Wikimedia Commons. Red Arrows flypast at Farnborough International Airshow.
- In-article image: Photo: Richard W.M. Jones, Public domain, via Wikimedia Commons. Airbus A380 landing at the Farnborough Airshow.
