The Show

Founded in 1909, the Paris Air Show has established itself as the world’s leading event for civil and defence aviation, as well as the space sector. Held every two years, it brings together the full spectrum of international stakeholders who design, develop and shape the future of the industry: manufacturers, decision-makers, official and institutional delegations, startups, talent and media.

Anchored in the DNA of a French industry renowned for excellence — historically united by GIFAS — the Show benefits from a privileged connection to a unique industrial and institutional ecosystem. It reflects the singular strength of a pioneering sector: a pillar of the national economy, a source of jobs and a driver of innovation, opening up territories, connecting cultures and helping build a more open world.

As a benchmark for innovation and forward-thinking, the Show shines a light on the major transformations reshaping the industry: competitiveness, decarbonisation, environmental challenges, defence, new industrial capabilities and future-focused sectors — particularly in space, new mobility solutions and drones. It delivers high-level content to fuel debate and drive tangible pathways forward.

The 2027 edition will mark the 100th anniversary of the first Atlantic crossing and Charles Lindbergh’s landing at Le Bourget — a symbol of a place where, yesterday as today, pioneering boldness, industrial excellence and the living history of a site now Europe’s leading business and medical airport come together.