Comments on AERO Friedrichshafen 2026

Patrick Weilbach, CEO of Piper Deutschland AG:

“AERO 2026, with its combination of general aviation and business aviation, more than met our expectations. We had a great turnout at our stand. For us, the show was a resounding success! It also highlighted the growing importance of electric mobility, which is particularly well-suited to short-haul travel. We are convinced that more people will be flying in the future than they do today.” 

Nicola Nuzzo, Designer at Promecc Aerospace:

“We unveiled the new Terrone at AERO and had more visitors at our stand than last year. However, not everyone wants to buy a high-end aircraft. That said, we were also able to welcome some very interested visitors who have arranged a tour of our factory and a test flight.” 

Steve Varsano, Founder The Jet Business:

„The number of aircraft on display is pretty impressive. You have both general aviation and business aviation here, which is great to see. I also saw a lot of people from the industry here, which was surprising to me. It seems like everyone comes here every year, so I’m definitely going to make this a regular annual visit. One thing that makes AERO special is the layout. It’s really well organized, especially with the static display. You naturally move from one end to the other, so you don’t miss anything. People are welcoming, and anyone can come and take a look at the aircraft. I also noticed a lot of younger visitors and families, which creates a mix between business and public audiences. It makes the whole atmosphere more relaxed and approachable.“

Stefanie Kessel, Marketing Manager, DC Aviation Group:

“The trade fair was a resounding success for us. There was noticeably more activity compared to last year, the team’s morale was excellent throughout, and the glorious weather also played its part in making our presence a complete success. The high calibre of visitors is particularly worth highlighting. Over the first two days, we were able to establish numerous high-quality B2B contacts and hold in-depth discussions with partners and customers from the industry. On the following days, the mixed audience added an extra dynamic. The interaction with families, children and interested parties from outside the industry is just as valuable to us, as it allowed us to bring our work to life and reach new target groups. Another highlight was our first-ever participation in the Career Days. Our HR colleagues and specialist representatives were engaged in intensive discussions with students, career starters and job seekers throughout the event. We look back on an extremely successful trade fair with many inspiring encounters and promising contacts. We’d be delighted to return next year!”

Katharina Zechmeister, Marketing Officer, ExecuJet by luxaviation Group:

“AERO was an all-round success for us. We are very pleased both with the high number of visitors and with the quality of the discussions we had. We were thoroughly impressed by the organisation, and the atmosphere was consistently very pleasant and professional. We were able to hold many valuable discussions and make numerous interesting contacts, particularly during the first few days. We are confident that this will lead to promising business opportunities in the future. Overall, our assessment is very positive and we are already planning to return next year.”

Sonja Wächter, Head of Administration and HR at DAS Private Jet:

“For us, AERO is a real highlight in the trade fair calendar every year. The first two days were characterised by in-depth discussions with our business customers and partners, which is particularly valuable to us. In the second half of the fair, the increased attendance of end customers opens up additional opportunities – from potential charter customers to investors – which is a key focus for us. As a regionally based company, AERO is firmly established for us. It not only offers us visibility but also the opportunity to actively shape the development of business aviation. We are taking away many valuable insights, will continue to develop our concept, and look forward to being there again next year.”

Cate Brancart, Director, European Safety & Sustainability Development, General Aviation Manufacturers Association (GAMA)

"What an exceptional edition of AERO Friedrichshafen. The General Aviation Manufacturers Association (GAMA) has never been busier with conferences and meetings, and for the first time, we had the honor of leading official tours for EASA, the European Commission, and the FAA. This provided a unique opportunity to showcase the innovations developed by the general aviation sector and their far-reaching impact. It is also a tremendous source of pride to be part of a community built around a shared passion for flight.If it flies, it was at AERO Friedrichshafen. Business leaders, families, and aviators alike came together to spend an inspiring week united by general aviation."