FLYING & STATIC DISPLAY

 

Experience the excitement of aerospace up close and marvel at impressive engineering masterpieces. Here you will find an excerpt of our highlights as well as a complete, continuously updated list of all static displays.

Highlights

Experience the fascination of aerospace up close: The Static and Flying Display at ILA Berlin 2026 presents impressive aircraft from around the world – from cutting-edge fighter jets and imposing transport aircraft to innovative drones and helicopters. See highlights on the ground and spectacular flight demonstrations in the sky. Here you'll find our confirmed highlights as well as the complete, continuously updated list of all displays.

Highlights

Confirmed Highlights

Static Display

Emirates A380

Wide-body aircraft in the Static Display

The Emirates A380 is one of the world's most impressive passenger aircraft, bringing international long-haul aviation directly to the ILA apron. With two passenger decks, four engines and the distinctive Emirates livery, the superjumbo is one of the major Static Display highlights. It will be on site on all days of ILA Berlin 2026.

On site on all days of ILA Berlin 2026.

Manufacturer Airbus
Exhibitor Emirates
Display Static Display
Foto: Ibex73 / CC BY 4.0

Static Display Flying Display

Airbus Helicopters Racer High Speed Demonstrator

Fast and efficient helicopter from Airbus Helicopters

A glimpse into the future of rotary-wing flight: This high-speed demonstrator from Airbus Helicopters combines a helicopter with an additional propulsion concept and aims to enable significantly higher cruise speeds at low fuel consumption. At ILA 2026, the research aircraft is announced for the Static and Flying Display.

Manufacturer Airbus Helicopters
Exhibitor Airbus
Display Static & Flying Display
Foto: Lufthansa Group / Oliver Rösler

Static Display

Airbus A320neo

Lufthansa 100 Years Livery

Lufthansa's 100 Years Livery turns the A320neo into a special eye-catcher on the apron. The aircraft combines current single-aisle technology with a distinctive anniversary livery from the airline. At ILA 2026, Lufthansa presents it in the Static Display. Important for planning your visit: on site on trade visitor days only, Wednesday to Friday.

On site on trade visitor days only, Wednesday to Friday, 10 to 12 June.

Manufacturer Airbus
Exhibitor Airbus / Lufthansa
Display Static Display

Static Display Flying Display

Leonardo AW249

Next-generation attack helicopter

The only completely newly developed attack helicopter in the Western world: The AW249 was designed by Leonardo for the combat scenarios of the future. With state-of-the-art sensors, networked mission management and a design for multi-domain operations, it defines a new generation of rotary-wing aircraft. At ILA 2026, Leonardo presents the AW249 for the first time in the flight programme.

Manufacturer Leonardo
Exhibitor Leonardo
Display Static & Flying Display

Static Display Flying Display

Eurofighter

Europe's multi-role fighter

A cornerstone of European air defense: The Eurofighter combines agility, sensor fusion and weapons range in one system. At ILA 2026, the Bundeswehr shows the fighter both in the Static Display and in action in the Flying Display. Like hardly any other aircraft, the Eurofighter stands for European cooperation in practice: Spain is bringing two aircraft to Berlin specifically for this, one Eurofighter for the Flying Display and one for the Static Display. Together with the German aircraft, the fighter becomes a visible symbol of European unity in air defense.

Manufacturer Airbus
Exhibitor Bundeswehr / Spain
Display Static & Flying Display

Static Display Flying Display

German Heron TP

MALE UAV of the Bundeswehr

Special highlights at this year's ILA include the flyovers of a German Heron TP (GHTP) operated by the Bundeswehr. The unmanned aircraft was developed for long-range reconnaissance missions with high endurance in the area of operation. At ILA 2026, the Bundeswehr's GHTP can be experienced not only on the ground, but also in the air: To give visitors an immediate insight into the system's capabilities, it will fly over the ILA grounds and capture high-resolution aerial imagery, which will be shown live on the large screens across the exhibition grounds.

Manufacturer Israel Aerospace Industries (IAI)
Exhibitor Bundeswehr
Display Static & Flying Display
Foto: Matti Blume / CC BY-SA 4.0

Static Display

Airbus A330 MRTT

Tanker and transport aircraft of the Multinational MRTT Fleet

Tanker aircraft, strategic transport and airborne support for long-range operations: The Airbus A330 MRTT is one of Europe's most capable multi-role aircraft in its class. The Multinational MRTT Unit brings together capabilities from several nations and shows at ILA how aerial refuelling, transport and aeromedical evacuation can converge in one system.

Manufacturer Airbus
Exhibitor MMU / Bundeswehr
Display Static Display
Foto: Raimond Spekking / CC BY-SA 4.0

Static Display

Bombardier Global 6000

Long-range jet of the Bundeswehr

Range, speed and global readiness: The Bombardier Global 6000 stands for modern long-range mobility within the Bundeswehr. In the Static Display, it shows a different but strategically important side of military aviation: connectivity, coordination and flexible presence over long distances.

Manufacturer Bombardier
Exhibitor Bundeswehr
Display Static Display
Foto: Julian Herzog / CC BY 4.0

Static Display Flying Display

Airbus A350-1041

Wide-body jet for long-haul routes

A modern long-haul jet from Airbus: The A350 combines composite lightweight construction, efficient engines and long range into one of the most economical wide-body aircraft in its class. Airbus presents the twinjet at ILA 2026 in both the Static Display and in the air. Experiencing an aircraft of this size in the Flying Display is a rare sight.

Manufacturer Airbus
Exhibitor Airbus
Display Static & Flying Display
Foto: Matti Blume / CC BY-SA 4.0

Static Display

Airbus Beluga ST

The flying whale

Unmistakable and unique: With its distinctive fuselage shape, the Beluga ST is one of the most striking aircraft in the world. Airbus uses the special transporter to move large aircraft components between its European sites. At ILA 2026, the flying whale can be seen in the Static Display.

Manufacturer Airbus
Exhibitor Airbus
Display Static Display

Static Display

Airbus A400M Atlas

Next-generation military transport

Tactical transport, strategic long-haul carrier and airborne tanker in one: The A400M Atlas is one of the most important aircraft in European armed forces. The Bundeswehr presents this workhorse in the Static Display.

Manufacturer Airbus
Exhibitor Bundeswehr
Display Static Display

Static Display Flying Display

Panavia Tornado

The legend before retirement

The backbone of German strike forces since the 1980s. The Panavia Tornado shows one of its last public chapters at ILA 2026 before being replaced by its successors. A rare opportunity to experience this icon in both Static and Flying Display.

Manufacturer Panavia
Exhibitor Bundeswehr
Display Static & Flying Display

Static Display

Do 228 NXT

New multi-purpose aircraft from Oberpfaffenhofen

Following the demonstrator's successful first flight on 2 May 2026, the Do 228 NXT comes to Berlin for its first trade fair appearance. General Atomics AeroTec Systems presents the latest generation of the proven turboprop to the public, designed for versatile operations and demanding missions worldwide.

Manufacturer General Atomics AeroTec Systems
Exhibitor General Atomics AeroTec Systems
Display Static Display

Static Display

P-8A Poseidon

Maritime Patrol Aircraft of the Bundeswehr

Submarine hunting, maritime surveillance and long-range reconnaissance: The P-8 is the new backbone of the Bundeswehr's maritime air operations. Based on the Boeing 737, it combines modern sensors with proven airliner technology. On display in the Static Display at ILA 2026.

Manufacturer Boeing
Exhibitor Bundeswehr
Display Static Display

Static Display Flying Display

EC665 Tiger

Attack helicopters of the Armée de l'air and Bundeswehr

Agile, armored and night-combat capable: The EC665 Tiger is one of Europe's most advanced attack helicopters. At ILA 2026, EC665 Tiger aircraft from the Armée de l'air and the Bundeswehr are announced for the Flying Display and Static Display, offering a rare look at a highly specialized rotary-wing system.

Manufacturer Airbus Helicopters
Exhibitor Armée de l'air / Bundeswehr
Display Static & Flying Display

Static Display

CH-53

Heavy-lift helicopter of the Bundeswehr

The CH-53 has been one of the Bundeswehr's key heavy-lift helicopters for decades. Used for troop and material transport, evacuation and air support, the robust aircraft stands for reliable operational capability in demanding conditions. At ILA 2026, the CH-53 can be seen in the Static Display.

Manufacturer Lockheed Martin
Exhibitor Bundeswehr
Display Static Display

Static Display

Lockheed C-130 Hercules

The classic among military transports

In service for over 70 years and one of the most-built transport aircraft in history. The C-130 Hercules is the indestructible workhorse of air forces worldwide and operates on nearly every continent. At ILA 2026, variants from the Bundeswehr and the USAF are announced for the Static Display.

Manufacturer Lockheed
Exhibitor Bundeswehr / USAF
Display Static Display

Static Display

A310 ZeroG

DLR research aircraft for parabolic flight

Weightlessness on demand: The A310 ZeroG flies parabolic trajectories that let science and industry conduct experiments in space-like conditions without leaving Earth. DLR showcases this unique research aircraft in the Static Display.

On site from Friday to Sunday, 12 to 14 June.

Manufacturer Airbus
Exhibitor DLR
Display Static Display

Static Display

Boeing E-3 Sentry AWACS

Airborne Warning and Control System

The NATO airborne command center: The E-3 Sentry is one of the world's most recognizable reconnaissance aircraft. With its distinctive rotodome, it has provided airspace surveillance and battle management for the alliance for decades and will soon be replaced by its successor system. Experience this iconic aircraft up close.

Please note: As an active NATO operational aircraft, the E-3 Sentry may be withdrawn for operational missions at short notice.

Manufacturer Boeing
Exhibitor NATO
Display Static Display
Foto: Handelsgeselschaft / CC BY-SA 4.0

Static Display

Airbus H225M

Multi-role helicopter for demanding missions

A rugged multi-role helicopter for demanding missions: The H225M is designed for troop transport, combat search and rescue and special operations and is in service with numerous armed forces worldwide. Airbus Helicopters presents the versatile aircraft in the Static Display.

Manufacturer Airbus Helicopters
Exhibitor Airbus
Display Static Display

New aircraft every week

Our Static and Flying Display keeps growing. We regularly announce new participants and surprising exhibits – many exciting highlights are still to come and are often confirmed at short notice. Check back regularly so you don't miss anything.

Flying times

Flying Display programme

Planned flying times for the Flying Display during ILA Berlin 2026. The schedule may change at short notice.

All Displays

As of: 23 May 2026

All aircraft confirmed so far for our Static and Flying Display. The list is continuously updated.

Name

Manufacturer

Exhibitor

Display

A310 ZeroG

Airbus

DLR

SD
Fri-Sun, 12-14 June

Airbus A320neo LFH

Airbus

Airbus / Lufthansa

SD
Wed-Fri, 10-12 June

Airbus A330 MRTT

Airbus

MMU / Bundeswehr

SD
All days, 10-14 June

Airbus A350-1041

Airbus

Airbus

SD FD
All days, 10-14 June

Airbus A400M Atlas

Airbus

Bundeswehr

SD

Airbus Beluga ST

Airbus

Airbus

SD
Sat-Sun, 13-14 June

Airbus H225M

Airbus Helicopters

Airbus

SD

Airbus Helicopters Racer High Speed Demonstrator

Airbus Helicopters

Airbus

SD FD
All days, 10-14 June

Boeing E-3 Sentry

Boeing

NATO

SD

Bombardier Global 6000

Bombardier

Bundeswehr

SD
All days, 10-14 June

CH-53

Lockheed Martin

Bundeswehr

SD

Do 228 NXT

General Atomics

General Atomics

SD

EC665 Tiger

Airbus Helicopters

Armée de l'air

FD

Emirates A380

Airbus

Emirates

SD
All days, 10-14 June

Eurofighter

Airbus

Airbus

SD

Eurofighter

Airbus

Bundeswehr

SD FD

German Heron TP

Israel Aerospace Industries (IAI)

Bundeswehr

SD FD

Leonardo AW249

Leonardo

Leonardo

SD FD
All days, 10-14 June

Lockheed C-130 Hercules

Lockheed

USAF

SD

Lockheed C-130J Hercules

Lockheed

Bundeswehr

SD

P-8A Poseidon

Boeing

Bundeswehr

SD

Panavia Tornado

Panavia

Bundeswehr

SD FD

Airbus Eurodrone

Airbus

Airbus

SD

Aliaca VTOL

Airbus

Airbus

SD

Bird of Prey (DTS25)

Airbus

Airbus

SD

Capa X

Airbus

Airbus

SD

DO 328 UpLift

Dornier

DLR

SD
All days, 10-14 June

DT45neo

Airbus

Airbus

SD

EC 145

Airbus Helicopters

Bundeswehr

SD

EC665 Tiger

Airbus Helicopters

Bundeswehr

SD FD

Eurofighter

Airbus

Spain

SD FD

Eurofighter Mockup

Eurofighter Jagdflugzeug GmbH

Eurofighter

SD

Flexrotor

Airbus

Airbus

SD

H145 LUH SAR

Airbus Helicopters

Bundeswehr

SD

H145M LUH SOF

Airbus Helicopters

Bundeswehr

SD

ISTAR Falcon 2000LX

Dassault

DLR

SD
All days, 10-14 June

Kratos XQ-58 Valkyrie

Airbus

Airbus

SD

NH90 (NATO-Helicopter 90)

Airbus Helicopters

Bundeswehr

SD

Pioneer Lab - H145

Airbus

Airbus

SD

Primoco One 150

Primoco

Airbus Defence

SD FD

U145

Airbus Helicopters

Airbus

SD

Wingman Drone (CCA)

Airbus

Airbus

SD

A310 ZeroG

SD
ManufacturerAirbus
ExhibitorDLR
AvailabilityFri-Sun, 12-14 June

Airbus A320neo LFH

SD
ManufacturerAirbus
ExhibitorAirbus / Lufthansa
AvailabilityWed-Fri, 10-12 June

Airbus A330 MRTT

SD
ManufacturerAirbus
ExhibitorMMU / Bundeswehr
AvailabilityAll days, 10-14 June

Airbus A350-1041

SD FD
ManufacturerAirbus
ExhibitorAirbus
AvailabilityAll days, 10-14 June

Airbus A400M Atlas

SD
ManufacturerAirbus
ExhibitorBundeswehr

Airbus Beluga ST

SD
ManufacturerAirbus
ExhibitorAirbus
AvailabilitySat-Sun, 13-14 June

Airbus H225M

SD
ManufacturerAirbus Helicopters
ExhibitorAirbus

Airbus Helicopters Racer High Speed Demonstrator

SD FD
ManufacturerAirbus Helicopters
ExhibitorAirbus
AvailabilityAll days, 10-14 June

Boeing E-3 Sentry

SD
ManufacturerBoeing
ExhibitorNATO

Bombardier Global 6000

SD
ManufacturerBombardier
ExhibitorBundeswehr
AvailabilityAll days, 10-14 June

CH-53

SD
ManufacturerLockheed Martin
ExhibitorBundeswehr

Do 228 NXT

SD
ManufacturerGeneral Atomics
ExhibitorGeneral Atomics

EC665 Tiger

FD
ManufacturerAirbus Helicopters
ExhibitorArmée de l'air

Emirates A380

SD
ManufacturerAirbus
ExhibitorEmirates
AvailabilityAll days, 10-14 June

Eurofighter

SD
ManufacturerAirbus
ExhibitorAirbus

Eurofighter

SD FD
ManufacturerAirbus
ExhibitorBundeswehr

German Heron TP

SD FD
ManufacturerIsrael Aerospace Industries (IAI)
ExhibitorBundeswehr

Leonardo AW249

SD FD
ManufacturerLeonardo
ExhibitorLeonardo
AvailabilityAll days, 10-14 June

Lockheed C-130 Hercules

SD
ManufacturerLockheed
ExhibitorUSAF

Lockheed C-130J Hercules

SD
ManufacturerLockheed
ExhibitorBundeswehr

P-8A Poseidon

SD
ManufacturerBoeing
ExhibitorBundeswehr

Panavia Tornado

SD FD
ManufacturerPanavia
ExhibitorBundeswehr

Airbus Eurodrone

SD
ManufacturerAirbus
ExhibitorAirbus

Aliaca VTOL

SD
ManufacturerAirbus
ExhibitorAirbus

Bird of Prey (DTS25)

SD
ManufacturerAirbus
ExhibitorAirbus

Capa X

SD
ManufacturerAirbus
ExhibitorAirbus

DO 328 UpLift

SD
ManufacturerDornier
ExhibitorDLR
AvailabilityAll days, 10-14 June

DT45neo

SD
ManufacturerAirbus
ExhibitorAirbus

EC 145

SD
ManufacturerAirbus Helicopters
ExhibitorBundeswehr

EC665 Tiger

SD FD
ManufacturerAirbus Helicopters
ExhibitorBundeswehr

Eurofighter

SD FD
ManufacturerAirbus
ExhibitorSpain

Eurofighter Mockup

SD
ManufacturerEurofighter Jagdflugzeug GmbH
ExhibitorEurofighter

Flexrotor

SD
ManufacturerAirbus
ExhibitorAirbus

H145 LUH SAR

SD
ManufacturerAirbus Helicopters
ExhibitorBundeswehr

H145M LUH SOF

SD
ManufacturerAirbus Helicopters
ExhibitorBundeswehr

ISTAR Falcon 2000LX

SD
ManufacturerDassault
ExhibitorDLR
AvailabilityAll days, 10-14 June

Kratos XQ-58 Valkyrie

SD
ManufacturerAirbus
ExhibitorAirbus

NH90 (NATO-Helicopter 90)

SD
ManufacturerAirbus Helicopters
ExhibitorBundeswehr

Pioneer Lab - H145

SD
ManufacturerAirbus
ExhibitorAirbus

Primoco One 150

SD FD
ManufacturerPrimoco
ExhibitorAirbus Defence

U145

SD
ManufacturerAirbus Helicopters
ExhibitorAirbus

Wingman Drone (CCA)

SD
ManufacturerAirbus
ExhibitorAirbus

All information subject to short-notice changes. Particularly with military operational aircraft, short-notice recalls due to mission requirements may occur.