Aero Friedrichshafen, Europe’s general aviation show coming up April 8 to 11, will host 450 exhibitors from 25 countries in nine halls, organizers said this week, and the outdoor exhibit space is fully booked. The event showcases all facets of GA flying, from hang gliders to business jets. “With Aero, we’re offering the general aviation industry a powerful marketing tool,” said project director Thomas Grunewald. “For many of our customers in the industry, [Aero] is a persuasive reason not to take cover and react to these challenging economic times in an anti-cyclical manner.” In difficult times, Grunewald said, it’s more important than ever for manufacturers to market their products aggressively. The show will also feature expanded space for helicopters and will explore developments in environmentally-friendly technology — electric, hybrid, diesel, and fuel-cell driven aircraft.
The event also will host the first European Air Ambulance Meeting. The show was formerly held every other year, but as of this year, will be held annually. The organizers have worked with Sun ‘n Fun to coordinate their schedules so exhibitors can appear at both shows.
