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Dubai Airshow 2023 Excitement in the Air as Take-off Time is Near
The 18th edition of the Dubai Airshow, set to take place from November 13 to 17, 2023 at the Dubai World Central (DWC), is gearing up to be the most significant yet. Boasting over 1,400 exhibitors, 20 country pavilions, 400 new exhibitors, 80 plus start-ups and a line-up of 300 speakers, this aerospace spectacle is primed to dazzle with the latest in technology and innovation.
Held under the patronage of His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President, Prime Minister of the UAE, Ruler of Dubai and UAE Minister of Defence, with the support of the Dubai Civil Aviation Authority, Dubai Airports, the UAE Ministry of Defence and Dubai Aviation Engineering Projects, and in collaboration with the UAE Armed Forces, the bi-annual event is organised by Tarsus F&E LLC Middle East.
The static park and flying display will feature 180+ of the world’s most advanced aircraft on ground and in the air.
Advanced Aerial Mobility
With a keen focus on Advanced Aerial Mobility (AAM) and Urban Air Mobility (UAM), the event underscores Dubai’s leadership in these transformative fields. The prominence aligns with this year’s theme ‘The Future of the Aerospace Industry’, and will see the launch of a new pavilion dedicated to AAM, where regional and global players can discover the future flight technologies that are set to have a major influence over the way we travel.
Future of Flight
Attendees will have the opportunity to marvel at the latest innovations, including autonomous aircraft, electric vertical take-off and landing (eVTOL) jets, such as:
Eve Air Mobility: Eve’s eVTOL is 100 per cent electric and its human-centric design ensures the safety, accessibility and comfort of both passengers and the community by minimising noise. It will be piloted at launch but ready for autonomous operations in the future.
Autoflight: A new autonomous aircraft called PROSPERITY I has been developed by Autoflight’s team of renowned engineers and designers. It boasts an impressive cruise speed of 200 km/h and is purposefully designed for seamless landings and takeoffs from urban landing pads. This aircraft is poised to revolutionise urban air mobility, making it possible for people to travel quickly and easily within cities without having to deal with traffic congestion.
Speeder Systems: A new vertical takeoff and landing (VTOL) ground effect craft has been developed by Speeder Systems that can deliver a 20 kg cargo 6X cheaper, 40 per cent more efficiently, and with 99 per cent less emissions than a helicopter.
Bellwether Industries: Bellwether, a UK-based eVTOL aircraft company, has unveiled a full-scale model of its new four-passenger eVTOL, the Volar Onyx. The Onyx is designed to be compatible with urban environments, with a small footprint, low noise profile, and zero emissions. The Onyx is powered by a hybrid-electric engine, which gives it a range of up to 250 miles and a top speed of 150 mph.
Dovetail Electric: Dovetail Electric, a company that specialises in converting existing airframes into zero-emission commercial aircraft, has announced the certification of its integrated electric system. This system is designed to enable short-flight commercial aircraft to fly on electric power, reducing carbon emissions and operating costs.
Perceetech: Perceetech, a company specialising in solutions for unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs), has unveiled Skyrino. The Skyrino is a highly adaptable UAV designed for performance and endurance. With a maximum takeoff weight of up to 600kg and an impressive payload capacity of up to 200kg, it is perfectly equipped for a wide range of tasks, including aerial photography, mapping, surveying, inspection and delivery.
VoltAero: VoltAero has unveiled the Cassio, an electric-hybrid aircraft designed for regional and short-haul flights. The Cassio will have three variants, with four, six, and 10 seats. It is powered by a hybrid propulsion system that combines an electric motor with a small gas turbine engine. The aircraft will have propulsive power ranging from 330 to 600 kilowatts.
Lilium Jet: Lilium has unveiled a full-scale model of its seven-seater electric VTOL jet, which is designed to revolutionise regional and short-haul air travel. The Lilium Jet is powered by 36 electric engines, giving it a range of up to 250 miles and a top speed of 175 mph. It is also quiet, with a noise level that is significantly lower than traditional helicopters.
Sustainability Path
In the Middle East, sustainability initiatives are gaining momentum. Abu Dhabi Future Energy Company (Masdar) partnered with Airbus to boost the Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) market. Qatar Airways has signed a deal with Shell for SAF procurement. Globally, Shell Aviation is supplying SAF to airlines like JetBlue and Japan Airlines. Air bp sold SAF from its Castellon refinery in Spain.
Emirates recently conducted a successful SAF-powered flight and allocated US$200 million for R&D on eco-friendly aviation tech.
Honeywell has launched a new technology called UOP eFining that produces lower-carbon aviation fuel from green hydrogen and carbon dioxide captured from industry.
Boeing, a key player in the aviation industry’s sustainability efforts, is the host sponsor for the Aerospace 2050 conference, where it will share its expertise and advancements in eco-friendly aviation technologies as part of its commitment to achieving net-zero carbon emissions by 2050.
Largest Space Pavilion
The upcoming event will boast the largest Space pavilion ever, featuring top industry players like the UAE Space Agency, TII, Intelsat, ICEYE, Roketsan, and more. This extravaganza offers exclusive space content, hosting ministries, space agencies, end users, and environmental agencies, with a strong emphasis on space business and investment.
Renowned astronauts are set to grace the main stage, sharing their extraordinary experiences and visions for the future of space exploration.
The UAE Space Agency, in collaboration with Amazon Web Services, Bayanat, and Planet, successfully recently launched the Space Startup Pitch Competition — Sustainability for and from Space, which was a part of the Vista Space Challenge.
The competition, with an application deadline that ended on October 19, aimed to provide startups from around the world with a platform to present innovative solutions addressing climate change and the sustainability of Earth’s resources through the use of space technologies.
It sought to nurture Artificial Intelligence projects that analyse space-related data and provide long-term solutions for space missions while addressing environmental challenges on Earth.
The competition allowed startups to pitch their projects, and after evaluation and shortlisting, the finalists were notified.
These finalists were then invited to present their pitches on the Dubai Airshow stage on November 13.
VISTA 2023
After its success in the last edition, VISTA, the region’s sole dedicated startup event, returns as a pivotal platform, uniting groundbreaking startups in aerospace, space, defence, and tech sectors.
Participants in VISTA 2023 can anticipate inspiring panel discussions, mentorship clinics, workshops, matchmaking sessions, challenges, competitions, and a dedicated exhibition area for startups to showcase their solutions.
This event will offer attendees the opportunity to learn from industry leaders, receive expert guidance, and engage with investors partners to fuel their startup’s growth.
NextGen Leadership
The NextGen Leadership programme is a dedicated initiative planned at the Airshow that aims to build capacity and develop skills among students, graduates, and young professionals in the aerospace, defence, and space industries. The programme enables stakeholders to help develop talent in the UAE and provide a platform for young people to showcase their skills and potential to potential employers.
Mobile App
The Dubai Airshow has introduced its Artificial Intelligence-powered mobile app, a comprehensive event companion. Featuring intelligent business matchmaking, exhibitor directories, and personalised schedules, it’s designed for attendees to navigate the show floor effortlessly. With features like lead generation, networking, and interactive floor plans, it’s a must-download to maximise the event experience.
Conference Agenda
A comprehensive conference agenda has been drafted featuring nine thought-leadership tracks across five days.
More than 300 speakers will deliver upwards of 80 hours of engaging content that will drive the conversation forward on key industry topics.
The CPD-accredited conferences will play a pivotal role in addressing critical industry challenges and fostering innovation. The event will bring together experts, leaders, and stakeholders to shape the future of aerospace with a focus on priority topics such as Advanced Aerial Mobility, Sustainability, Passenger Experience, Air Traffic Management, Diversity & Inclusion, Space, start-ups and mentoring platform Vista, student-focused NextGen Leaders, along with the Airworthiness & Safety Conference.
Global leaders confirmed to speak during the conferences include Paul, Griffiths, Chief Executive Officer, Dubai Airports, Sarah Bint Yousif Al Amiri, Minister of State for Public Education and Advanced Technology, Chairwoman, UAE Space Agency, Mohammed Al Kuwaiti, Head of Cyber Security, UAE Government, Tony Douglas, Chief Executive Officer, Riyadh Air, Julie Marks, Acting Executive Director for the Office of Environment and Energy and Ibrahim Ahli, Deputy CEO, Dubai Air Navigation Services.
The Aerospace 2050 stage will feature a host of conferences on Sustainability, Space and NextGen Leaders. Topics will include exploring the future of aviation in the context of environmental sustainability and to assess how airlines, airports, and governments can support renewable fuels and energy policies.
Prominent Participants
Among the prominent companies expected to participate are Airbus, Boeing, Dassault Aviation, EDGE, Elettronica, Embraer, Eurofighter, Eurosam, GA-ASI, L3 Harris, Leonardo, Lockheed Martin, Macjee, Otokar, Raytheon, MBDA, PAL Aerospace, Raytheon, SED (part of Safran), Saab, Tawazun etc.
Companies and Aircraft
The Airshow will showcase a wide range of aircraft, including commercial, business, military, eVTOLs, and helicopters from both industry leaders and emerging players. Here are some of the prominent companies and their presentations:
Airbus
Airbus is set to make a remarkable presentation, unveiling an extensive array of products, technologies, services, and innovations that pave the path towards a sustainable future in aerospace. The company will underscore its pivotal role in reinvigorating the industry and fortifying connections with customers, suppliers, and partners. It will showcase A321neo, Airbus A400M, Atlas C Mk1, and the H225 Helicopter among its various products.
EDGE Group
The EDGE Group will return as the Defence Technology Partner for the 2023 edition.
The company will have a major presence, showcasing a large product portfolio of aviation, defence and technology solutions and services to international industry trailblazers and innovators. It will highlight the group’s commitment to supporting localisation as part of the ‘Make it in the Emirates’ initiative, by adopting Industry 4.0 technologies across its operations in full support of the UAE’s Fourth Industrial Revolution strategy which outlines advanced defence manufacturing as one of the key industries of the future.
Eurofighter
The UK’s Royal Air Force will feature a Eurofighter Typhoon performance. Eurofighter is also hosting a chalet at the event. The Eurofighter Typhoon, a multirole fighter jointly manufactured by Airbus, BAE Systems, and Leonardo, boasts a twin-engine design with canard-delta wings. This aircraft offers remarkable flexibility and efficiency, with ample weapon availability and robust processing power to handle missile in-flight updates and bomb in-flight targeting simultaneously. It embodies the concept of a swing-role combat aircraft.
French Air Force
The French Air Force will showcase a Dassault Rafale. The UAE ordered 80 Rafales after the 2021 Dubai Airshow. The Rafale, originally developed for the French Air Force and Navy, has been acquired by several countries, including UAE, Egypt, Qatar, India, and more. Dassault’s Rafale C (single-seat), Rafale B (two-seat), and Rafale M (Navy single-seat) share common airframe and equipment, with similar mission capabilities. These compact, powerful, agile, and stealthy aircraft integrate a wide array of advanced sensors, enhancing their effectiveness through “multi-sensor data fusion.”
Dassault Aviation
Dassault Aviation will have a significant presence, with a static display showcasing a Rafale combat aircraft, Falcon 6X, Dassault the Falcon 10X, and Dassault Falcon 2000LXS. The Rafale will perform daily in the flying display, presented by French Air and Space Force.
Dassault Aviation has been a partner of the United Arab Emirates Air Force (UAEAF) since the Mirage 5 era in the 1970s. The UAEAF currently operates a fleet of Mirage 2000-9s, which are in the process of being modernised with Dassault’s support.
The Airshow will be an opportunity for the company to promote its new Falcon 6X and Falcon 10X ultra widebody business aircraft and Dassault Falcon 2000LXS.
Calidus
Calidus, based in the UAE, will exhibit its ‘light attack’ turboprop, the B-350.
First unveiled in 2021, the single-engine twin-seat platform boasts a wingspan and length exceeding 15 metres and a maximum take-off weight of around nine tonnes. The B-350 is powered by a 2,500–3,000 shp Pratt & Whitney Canada PW127 engine, featuring 12 underwing hardpoints (expandable with dual-launchers) and a retractable Electro-Optic/Infrared (EO/IR) sensor turret beneath the fuselage. Calidus will also showcase other products, including the B 250-980 Trainer, Calidus B 250-981 Cloud Seeding, Calidus B 250-982, and Calidus UAV.
Embraer
Embraer will display the E195-E2 in a new livery. Airlines in Egypt, Jordan, Bahrain, Turkey, Kenya, Oman, and Saudi Arabia have incorporated first-gen Embraer E-Jets into their fleets. Embraer is set to introduce the new E2 version to regional carriers, known for its cost-efficiency and sustainability. The show lineup also features the Praetor 600, ERJ-190, EMB-314 (A-29 Super Tucano), and C-390.
Raytheon
Raytheon Technologies is a steadfast regional partner in the UAE, maintaining a robust in-country presence. The company remains dedicated to fostering the growth of the local defence industry, nurturing a new generation of innovators, and advancing a sustainable future for the UAE.
Raytheon Technologies’ relationship with the UAE dates back more than 30 years. That relationship entered a new phase in 2017 with the establishment of Raytheon Emirates, a local company based in Abu Dhabi.
During this year’s Dubai Airshow, Raytheon Technologies has invited attendees to explore its groundbreaking technologies and its commitment to nurturing the local aerospace and defence industry, as well as fostering a highly skilled Emirati workforce.
Electric Air Taxi
The Abu Dhabi Investment Office (ADIO) and Archer, joined by prominent regional industry leaders including Falcon Aviation and GAL-AMMROC, have formally pledged their support for Archer’s all-electric air taxi service in the UAE.
This collaboration was cemented recently with the signing of a memorandum of understanding outlining their plans, which include Archer’s target to launch a revolutionary all-electric air taxi service across the UAE by 2026.
ADIO is set to back Archer’s UAE launch through various incentives, while Archer will establish an Engineering Centre of Excellence to drive advanced air mobility in the UAE and across the Middle East. This initiative will also foster collaborations with local manufacturing companies and Maintenance, Repair, and Overhaul (MRO) providers in Abu Dhabi, furthering the emirate’s Smart and Autonomous Vehicle Industry (SAVI) cluster.
Startup’s Mission
CONNECTED, a pioneering startup committed to providing affordable and standardised connectivity solutions, is set to make waves at the show. Its focus on Narrowband Internet of Things (NB-IoT) connectivity from space, incorporating 5G NB-IoT standard protocols, is poised to revolutionise how businesses operate in off-grid areas.
Supported by the European Space Agency, it is gearing up for exciting announcements, including completing a pre-seed funding round and introducing key partnerships with industry leaders who share its vision for connectivity in remote regions.
DEWA
Exhibiting at the Dubai Airshow for the first time, Dubai Electricity & Water Authority (DEWA) will be showcasing its remarkable DEWA-SAT1 nanosatellite, as part of the Space Experience Programme.
DEWA is the first utility in the world to launch nanosatellites to improve its planning, operation, and maintenance activities.
Beyond Vision
Beyond Vision, a drone manufacturer committed to NATO standards and renowned for pioneering Artificial Intelligence algorithms and a state-of-the-art Cloud UAV (Unmanned Aerial Vehicle) management system, will make its inaugural appearance at the show.
Visitors will have the chance to witness Beyond Vision’s lineup of products, featuring the futuristic VTONE eVTOL aircraft, the cutting-edge HEIFU Drone, and a myriad of other innovations.
Remarkable Growth
Since its inception in 1989, the Dubai Airshow has undergone remarkable growth in both significance and influence.
This evolution was strikingly evident during the November 2021 edition, where the event witnessed the announcement of deals exceeding US$74 billion. With over 104,000 attendees and a noteworthy 50 per cent surge in trade visitors, including top executives from 148 countries, the Dubai Airshow solidified its position as a global aviation powerhouse.
Global Spotlight
In conclusion, Dubai Airshow 2023 promises to be a remarkable showcase of aviation innovation, uniting industry leaders, enthusiasts, and experts from across the globe. With ground-breaking announcements, latest technology, and exciting displays, this event will undoubtedly leave a lasting mark on the aviation world. Against the backdrop of Dubai’s impressive skyline, the future of aerospace will take flight, offering a glimpse of what’s to come in this ever-evolving industry.
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