Air Shows & EventsAeroMultimediaGalleryAero In PhotosBy Editorial Staff - Published: April 7, 2017 Updated: April 19, 20190PrintEmailFacebookTwitterLinkedin 1 of 8 Gliders, ultra lights, electrics, and sport aviation aircraft were the hottest tickets at the show reflecting the cost of fuel and the noise issues in Europe. Friedrichshafen is home to the Zeppelin company and their newest model blimp was giving rides all day--and the only aircraft making take offs and landings since there is no "air show" at this air show! Outdoor food: Beer gardens were plentiful giving the show a definite German feel! The Diamond diesel got lots of attention. The cowling is distinctive. Personal rotorcraft are popular in Europe. A UAV with a pilot. Two types were at the show. It wouldn't be Germany without beer. Electric was everywhere.