Plane Spotter Application

One day on the Spotter Tribune, the full flying display overhead, a complimentary trade visitor ticket in your pocket. Apply now for your spot at ILA Berlin 2026.

Spot where ILA takes off

On Thursday, June 11, 2026, ILA Berlin opens its Spotter Tribune to a select group of aviation photographers, videographers, and content creators. If you want to capture the flying display up close, you are in the right place.

AI-generated impression of the Spotter Tribune in Chalet Row East
AI-generated impression of the Spotter Tribune in Chalet Row East. Actual appearance and final position may vary.

Who should apply

The offer is for spotters, photographers and aviation content creators with a clear aviation focus and a public portfolio. Reach matters less than quality and passion.

What you get

  • Complimentary trade visitor ticket for Thursday, June 11, 2026
  • Access to the Spotter Tribune in Chalet Row East with a clear view of the flying display

Important note on image usage

By accepting the ticket, selected spotters grant Messe Berlin GmbH a non-exclusive, worldwide, perpetual, royalty-free and transferable right to use all images taken during their visit to ILA Berlin 2026 for communication, press, PR and marketing purposes. Use includes print, online and social media channels of Messe Berlin and its cooperation partners, and includes the right to edit and crop. The photographer will be credited where possible.

Places are strictly limited. An application does not guarantee participation. We do not cover travel or accommodation. Ticket and tribune access are personal and non-transferable.

Apply now

Share your name, a portfolio link and a few sentences about your work. We will contact selected applicants directly by email.

By accepting the ticket, selected spotters grant Messe Berlin GmbH a non-exclusive, worldwide, perpetual, royalty-free and transferable right to use all images taken during their visit to ILA Berlin 2026 for communication, press, PR and marketing purposes. Use includes print, online and social media channels of Messe Berlin and its cooperation partners, and includes the right to edit and crop. The photographer will be credited where possible.
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