April 18 – 21, 2018

Friedrichshafen | Germany

THE GLOBAL SHOW

FOR GENERAL AVIATION

EDNY: N 47 40.3 E 009 30.7 www.aero-expo.com

• A irplanes (from UL • Engine Area
to Business Aviation) • Be a pilot
• A EROCopters (Helicopter • Flight Simulator area
Hangar, Gyrocopters)
• E-Flight-Expo
• AERO Conferences
• AERODrones
• Avionics Avenue (UAS Expo)
26TH AERO FRIEDRICHSHAFEN
The Passion of Flying!
Thanks to the great success of the 2017 anniversary trade show, AERO Friedrichshafen
has been able to further enhance its reputation as the world‘s most important
meeting place for the GA industry and trade show for innovations in this sector.
For us from the AERO Friedrichshafen organizing team, this is a strong incentive to put
even more effort into drawing public attention to general aviation and to better reflect
the trade show‘s significance for the aviation community.
Your team at AERO Friedrichshafen
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Ready for takeoff

The World’s Leading Trade Show
For General Aviation
With around 35,000 trade visitors from 60 countries (62 % of whom
hold a pilot‘s license), AERO Friedrichshafen has grown over the
last 40 years into the world‘s most important meeting place for
the general aviation industry. The products and services presen-
ted during the show by more than 700 exhibitors from around the
world include more than 300 aircraft and cover the entire range
from gliders and light aircraft to larger airplanes, midsize
PISTON PLANES
business jets and helicopters. The full range of flight topics will
be rounded off by avionics equipment and propulsion systems as
well as pilot supplies and flight training course offerings at AERO
Friedrichshafen 2018. Innovative and visionary – that‘s AERO
Friedrichshafen! Industry insiders and around 690 journalists
come to Friedrichshafen every year to find out about the latest
trends and developments in general aviation. As the industry‘s
major trade show, the AERO underlines the significance of the GA
sector and provides an indispensable matchmaking platform for
buyers, dealers, suppliers and production partners.
Business Jets turboprop aircraft

GyrocopterS UL, VLA, LSA

 Avionics MRO

Cabin Equipment Engines

Training Pilot Equipment

Supply & Components

Fuel
AERO Conferences
AERO Conferences
INSIDER KNOWLEDGE FOR
INDUSTRY EXPERTS
The AERO Conferences are one of the key pillars of
AERO Friedrichshafen. In more than 200 workshops,
symposia and conferences, high-caliber experts from
FAA, EASA, GAMA, DAeC, AOPA and many other
organizations will inform the audience about the
development of the sector and new and upcoming
international standards. What‘s new, what is here to
stay? AERO is the event for making future-oriented
decisions and expanding the general aviation network.

The AERO Conferences program

will be available from March 2018 at
www.aero-expo.com
(Supporting Program / AERO Conferences)
 Avionics Avenue

Avionics Avenue An overview of the latest trends in cockpit technology will be given
in the Avionics Avenue* special area. In addition to established
HIGH-TECH COCKPIT EQUIPMENT tools such as the Headset Test Area and the Garmin Lecture Room,
flight control, radar, flight management and communication *Sponsored by

systems are also an integral part of this special show in Hall A6.
Engine Area
Engine Area
PROPULSION TECHNOLOGY –
THE LATEST DEVELOPMENTS
The Engine Area has long been established at AERO
Friedrichshafen. Powered by “fliegermagazin”, this
special interest area clearly shows the direction in
which the market for propulsion technology is
developing. Faster, lighter, more efficient – the latest
propulsion technologies in the fields of piston, electric
or turbine engines are attracting great interest among
aeronautical engineers and aircraft owners. Additional
information on topics such as engine maintenance and
the development of sustainable fuels for the future are
making this special show a major hot spot at AERO
Friedrichshafen in 2018.
FLIGHT SIMULATOR AREA
HANDS-ON
FLIGHT TRAINING
New at AERO 2018 will be the “Flight
Simulator Area”, which will be organized in
cooperation with PPV Medien. A number of
flight simulators will allow visitors to gain
first experience in handling the complex
control elements of a modern cockpit. A
Flight Simulator Conference presenting the
latest developments will round off the event.

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 be a pilot
Be a pilot
JOBS WITH EXCELLENT
PROSPECTS

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The strong interest in rewarding jobs in aviation is reflected by the great number of
people visiting the “Be a pilot” booths. Supported by “aerokurier”, aviation companies
and flight schools will once again be presenting job opportunities, training options and
career prospects in the aviation sector at AERO 2018. Whether it be screening of
prospective airline pilots or information on job opportunities in the engineering sector
– anyone considering a career in aviation will get all his/her questions answered.
E-Flight-Expo Considering the increasing interest in electric airplanes,
sustainability has also become an important aspect in general
ELECTRIC FLIGHT ON aviation and makes the e-flight-expo at AERO Friedrichshafen
grow year by year. Many renowned aircraft manufacturers such as
THE UPSWING Siemens are already dealing with almost noise- and emission-free
 E-Flight-Expo
flight. They develop innovative products, which are expected to be Supported
ready for the market in the foreseeable future. The technological by
progress achieved in this sector will be demonstrated in the
second e-flight-expo airshow at AERO Friedrichshafen in 2018.
Helicopter Hangar
Helicopter Hangar
THE FASCINATION OF
HELICOPTER FLIGHT
Helicopters are impressive aircraft with a large
variety of mission profiles covering the entire
range from air rescue and aerial work to fun
flying in an ultralight helicopter. The Lake
Constance region and the nearby Alps provide
many opportunities for SAR operations and
missions in skiing areas. AERO Friedrichshafen
is the perfect event to present the latest
developments and offers the very best
conditions for manufacturers and trade visitors
alike. In addition, current helicopter-related
trends and standards will be addressed and
discussed in detail in the new Heli Forum.
AERODrones (UAS Expo)
 AERO
DRONES

AERODrones (UAS Expo)

DRONES OF THE FUTURE
The Unmanned Aerial Systems (UAS) segment at AERO
Friedrichshafen continues to grow. This is largely due to the
fact that the annual UAV DACH User Conference is being held
as part of the trade show. The AERODrones exhibition area
demonstrates the current state of technical development and
legal framework related to civil UAS.

At AERO Friedrichshafen 2018, the 2nd User Symposium and

accompanying UAS demonstrations will take place on the
exhibitions grounds and at other locations.

In
cooperation
with
Business Jets
Time is Money,
take a Business Jet
Time is money! Nobody knows this better than
manufacturers of luxury midsize business
jets and their customers. Ideally located
between Friedrichshafen Airport and Messe
Friedrichshafen‘s exhibition halls, the Static
Display area is a real hot spot for the business
aviation community. The fact that many of the
visiting business jet owners are also pilots is
creating a very exclusive atmosphere.
Business Aviation
 AERO 2018
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Destination AERO
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All those planning to fly to Friedrichshafen Airport in
their own plane to attend the AERO trade show will
require a slot. From mid-March 2018 you can book your
fly-in slot online at https://aero-expo.com (Travel &
Accommodation / By Plane). Pilots’ Entrance

During the trade show, visitors arriving by ultralight

aircraft may use nearby airfields such as Markdorf,
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Leutkirch, Mengen or Constance without needing a slot
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Your AERO Ground Staff
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A4 Roland Bosch
Project Manager
Member of the Board of Directors
Tel. +49 7541 708-358
Static Display Area Fax. +49 7541 708-110
roland.bosch@messe-fn.de

Foyer East Hall A3 - A6

Meike Bärenweiler
AERO Conferences Helicopters, Avionics Project Coordinator
Avenue, Engine Area, Tel. +49 7541 708-367
Foyer West Maintenance, Flight Fax. +49 7541 708-110
AERODrones / UAS EXPO Simulator Area meike.baerenweiler@messe-fn.de
Be a pilot
Hall A7
Hall A2 e-flight-expo
Tent City Kathrin Pfister
Static Display Area
Hall B1 - B4 Project Coordinator
Business Aviation
UL, VLA, LSA Tel. +49 7541 708-414
Gyrocopters Fax. +49 7541 708-110
kathrin.pfister@messe-fn.de
TRAVEL & ACCOMMODATION

The AERO‘s Reservation & Travel Service staff will be glad

to help you plan your journey and to find and book the most
suitable accommodation.

Reservation & Travel Service

Telefon: +49 7541 30010
Telefax: +49 7541 72588
E-Mail: messe.ti@friedrichshafen.de

Free shuttle bus service from the city center to the exhibition
center will be provided. More information on how to get
there by plane, car, train and public transport and about the
various accommodation options at www.aero-expo.com
(Travel & Accommodation)
 Be smart, use
the Aero App!

The interactive mobile guide.

With all exhibitors, events,
shuttle buses, etc.

Gold SPONSORS: SILVER sponsor:

Supported by:

Deutscher AOPA GERMANY General Aviation

Aero Club e.V. Verband der Allgemeinen Luftfahrt e.V. Manufacturers Association
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