This trade airshow, exhibition and symposium is the 2nd edition of an event launched in 2024, developed with Egyptian defence, civil-aviation, space and airline stakeholders alongside participating industry. It covers aircraft, aerospace technology, defence systems, satellite capability and regional supply chains for government delegations, military officials, aviation authorities, space agencies, airlines, manufacturers and suppliers.
About El Alamein International Airshow
El Alamein International Airshow is a professional marketplace and meeting programme for aerospace, defence and space organisations active in Africa and the Middle East. The 2026 airshow and exhibition occupy El Alamein International Airport from 8 to 10 September. A separate Aerospace Future Technology Symposium opens the week on 7 September at Historical City, El Alamein, creating a strategic discussion day before the airport exhibition begins.
The airport programme combines stands displaying aerospace products and services with static aircraft and scheduled flying demonstrations. A VIP delegation programme supports engagement between approved exhibitors and invited delegations. The symposium is aimed at senior military leaders, government officials, civil aviation authorities, space agencies, aerospace executives and technology innovators. These linked formats let visitors move between policy and technology discussions, product discovery, aircraft displays and pre-arranged business engagement, but access remains controlled and each activity has its own separately published daily timetable, professional eligibility test, accreditation process and registration conditions.
Event history and stakeholders
The event was launched in 2024 and the 2026 gathering is presented by its official site as the second edition. Its stated purpose is to connect aerospace, defence and space organisations across Africa and the Middle East. Official material names the Egyptian Ministry of Defence, Egyptian Air Force, Ministry of Civil Aviation, Egyptian Space Agency and EgyptAir as involved stakeholders alongside industry participants. That wording supports describing the event as government- and industry-connected, but it does not justify assigning the whole show to the Egyptian Space Agency alone, as Arc’s earlier record did. The airshow’s young history also means claims about a long-running international series would be misleading. The verified lineage is a 2024 launch followed by the 2026 edition, with an expanded four-day sequence that begins with the Aerospace Future Technology Symposium and continues with the trade exhibition and aircraft displays at El Alamein International Airport.
Topics and themes
The programme links aerospace technology with the government, military and commercial organisations that procure, operate or support it across the region.
- Military and civil aviation: aircraft displays and exhibition stands bring operational platforms together with authorities, airlines, manufacturers and support suppliers.
- Space and satellite capability: space agencies, commands and companies can follow technologies and partnerships relevant to regional space-sector development.
- Future aerospace technology: the 7 September symposium provides a focused setting for senior discussion of technologies shaping future aerospace operations.
- Defence systems and security: approved trade visitors can examine capabilities within a controlled event governed by accreditation and trade-compliance rules.
- Supply chains and regional partnerships: the exhibition and delegation programme create routes for qualified organisations to identify partners and discuss requirements.
- Static and flying displays: aircraft on the ground and scheduled demonstrations give technical and operational context beyond the indoor exhibition.
Who should attend?
The airshow is for professionals engaged in defence, commercial aviation, business aviation, aerospace or space. Its stated audiences include official delegations, government and military personnel, civil aviation authorities, space agencies and commands, airline teams, manufacturers, suppliers, distributors, media and approved business visitors. Senior leaders and technology executives may add the Aerospace Future Technology Symposium when its strategic format matches their role. Companies seeking market visibility should consider the exhibitor route rather than registering only as visitors. The general public and people without a legitimate relevant business activity are not eligible, and the official FAQ says under-21s are not permitted. Every applicant should expect accreditation and security review before access is confirmed.
View El Alamein International Airshow informationPractical information
The symposium is on 7 September at Historical City, El Alamein. The airshow and exhibition follow at El Alamein International Airport from 8 to 10 September, with visitor hours varying by day.
Pre-register, wait for approval and check badge instructions. Confirm the current admission policy, transport arrangements, opening times and any restrictions before travelling; public admission is not available.
Frequently asked questions
When is El Alamein International Airshow 2026?
The airport airshow and trade exhibition run from 8 to 10 September 2026. The separately ticketed Aerospace Future Technology Symposium takes place on 7 September.
Where does the event take place?
The exhibition, static aircraft and scheduled flying displays are at El Alamein International Airport. The preceding strategic symposium is listed at Historical City, El Alamein.
Is the airshow open to the public?
No. It is a trade-only event for eligible aerospace, defence, space, commercial aviation and business aviation professionals, with applications subject to approval and security clearance.
What can approved visitors expect?
The programme combines an aerospace exhibition, static and flying aircraft displays, professional meetings and a VIP delegation programme, with the strategic symposium available separately.
How do companies participate?
Companies can submit an exhibiting enquiry through the official site. Stand booking, sponsorship, delegation engagement and symposium participation have their own routes and conditions.
What should visitors confirm before travel?
Check approval and security-clearance status, colour badge printing and identification requirements, daily visitor opening times, local airport transport options, admission rules and whether a separately purchased symposium ticket is included in your plans.