As part of the Egyptian Armed Forces' commitment to hosting world-class international events across defence and aerospace sectors, the Egyptian Air Force officially announced the launch of the second edition of the El Alamein International Airshow 2026 (EIAS 2026) during an international press conference.














The event will take place in September 2026 in El Alamein City, under the patronage of His Excellency President Abdel Fattah El-Sisi, President of the Arab Republic of Egypt and Supreme Commander of the Armed Forces.

The press conference was attended by Lieutenant General Amr Sakr, Commander of the Egyptian Air Force, H.E. Dr. Sameh El Hefny, Minister of Civil Aviation of the Arab Republic of Egypt, Dr. Eng. Maged Ismail, Chief Executive Officer of the Egyptian Space Agency, Major General Mohamed Adly, Chief of the Egyptian Armament Authority, alongside a number of ministers and senior commanders of the Egyptian Armed Forces, accredited military attachés, and representatives of leading international aerospace companies.

Opening the conference, Lieutenant General Amr Sakr reaffirmed Egypt's full readiness to host the second edition of one of the region's premier international aerospace events. He highlighted that the exhibition would bring together leading organisations and innovators from across the global aviation, aerospace, defence, navigation, and space technology sectors.

He added that the Airshow aims to create new opportunities for international cooperation and strengthen partnerships between Egypt and countries around the world in the fields of military, commercial, and private aviation, aircraft manufacturing, aerospace technologies, and related industries.

H.E. Dr. Sameh El Hefny, Minister of Civil Aviation, described the Airshow as a unique platform for collaboration, knowledge exchange, and showcasing the latest technological advancements across the aviation industry. He also praised the pivotal role played by the Egyptian Armed Forces in organising this prestigious international event on Egyptian soil.

For his part, Dr. Eng. Maged Ismail, Chief Executive Officer of the Egyptian Space Agency, stated that EIAS 2026 will serve as a distinguished meeting point for leading defence, aerospace, and space technology organisations from around the world. He noted that the exhibition is expected to attract significant participation from regional and international institutions, reinforcing its position as a major global industry gathering.

Major General. Mohamed Adly, Chief of the Egyptian Armament Authority, emphasised the importance of the exhibition as a platform to explore the latest advancements in military aviation, aircraft systems, unmanned aerial systems (UAS), and emerging defence technologies shaping the future of global armament.

The second edition of the El Alamein International Airshow is expected to feature a comprehensive static aircraft display at El Alamein International Airport, in addition to spectacular flying displays showcasing some of the world's most advanced aircraft.

The event further reflects Egypt's strategic vision to strengthen its position as a regional hub for aviation and aerospace while supporting the continued growth of its aerospace and defence industries.

Headline Sponsor: Lockheed Martin


The Aerospace Future Technology Symposium will officially open El Alamein International Airshow 2026 on 7 September, bringing together senior military leaders, government ministers, civil aviation authorities, space agencies and international aerospace executives. It will explore the technologies, partnerships and strategic priorities shaping the future of aerospace industries.

Held one day before the airshow opens, the symposium provides a dedicated platform for high-level dialogue on the opportunities and challenges transforming aerospace, defence and space across Africa, the Middle East and the wider international community.

Before the aircraft fly, the conversation begins. The EIAS 2026 Symposium opens the week on 7 September, bringing government, military and industry leadership together in El Alamein. 7 to 10 September 2026, El Alamein, Egypt.

We are proud to welcome Lockheed Martin as Headline Sponsor of Aerospace Future Technology Symposium. Their support helps bring the international aerospace and defence community together in El Alamein International Airshow 2026.

A Forum for Strategic Dialogue

As aerospace continues to evolve through advances in artificial intelligence, autonomous systems, next-generation airpower and space capability, the symposium has been designed to bring together the public and private sectors to exchange insight, share expertise and strengthen international cooperation.

The programme will welcome Air Force Chiefs, defence leaders, government ministers, civil aviation authorities, space agencies and senior industry executives, creating an environment where policy, capability development and innovation can be discussed by those leading the future of the sector.

Discussions will explore themes including:

• Future airpower and defence capability
• AI and autonomous technologies
• Civil-military integration
• Space and multi-domain operations
• International collaboration and aerospace innovation

Opening Keynote

The Aerospace Future Technology Symposium will open with a keynote address from Lieutenant General Amr Abdel Rahman Saqr, Commander of the Egyptian Air Force, entitled:

‘Airpower as a Security Enabler for the Region – A Strategic Update from the Egyptian Air Force.’

His address will provide strategic insights into Egypt's vision for aerospace power, regional security and international defence cooperation, while examining the role of airpower in deterrence, operational readiness and future capability development.


International Leadership Gathering

The symposium will feature an international speaker faculty representing military, government, civil aviation and space leadership, including the Egyptian Minister of Civil Aviation, the Chief Executive Officer of the Egyptian Space Agency, and senior Air Force leadership from Italy, Spain and France.



Taking place immediately before El Alamein International Airshow opens, the symposium provides delegates with an opportunity to establish relationships and exchange strategic perspectives before the wider international aerospace community comes together throughout the week.

Additional speakers will be announced in the coming weeks.

A Platform for Industry Engagement

Alongside its strategic programme, the symposium offers organisations an opportunity to align their brand with the conversations shaping the future of aerospace through a range of sponsorship and partnership opportunities.

By connecting industry with senior government officials, military leaders and aerospace decision-makers, the symposium creates an environment where thought leadership, collaboration and future partnerships can begin.

For more information about the Aerospace Future Technology Symposium and participation opportunities, visit www.egypt-air-show.com/symposium

Visitor registration, exhibitor enquiries and media accreditation are now open.

Exhibitor and visitor registration for El Alamein International Airshow 2026 is now open via the official event website .

Press attendance request can be submitted via the form on the website: https://www.egypt-air-show.com/media/media-interest-registration

Media enquiries can be directed to: marketing@egypt-air-show.com

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El Alamein International Airshow 2026 will return from 8–10 September 2026 at El Alamein International Airport, bringing together international leaders across commercial aviation, business aviation, defence, and space in one of the region’s fastest-growing aerospace gatherings. Hosted with the support of key Egyptian aviation, defence, and space institutions, the event reflects Egypt’s growing role as a strategic gateway connecting Africa, the Middle East, and Europe.

Building on the momentum of its inaugural edition, El Alamein International Airshow 2026 is designed as a high-level international platform for strategic partnerships, industry engagement, and cross-sector collaboration. Government delegations, military leaders, OEMs, operators, suppliers, investors, and aerospace innovators from more than 80 participating countries are expected to attend, reinforcing the event’s position on the global aerospace calendar.

Taking place in New El Alamein City, the event will showcase the full breadth of the aerospace ecosystem from commercial aviation and advanced air mobility to defence systems, satellite technologies, and future space capabilities. Through live aircraft displays, strategic conference programming, international delegation programmes, and a large-scale exhibition, the event creates a powerful environment for global business engagement and long-term industry collaboration.

Under the banner “The Gateway to Aerospace in Africa & the Middle East,” El Alamein International Airshow 2026 highlights Egypt’s ambition to strengthen regional aerospace connectivity while attracting international investment, technology partnerships, and industrial cooperation. The event is spearheaded by the Egyptian Ministry of Defence, Egyptian Air Force, Ministry of Civil Aviation, Egyptian Space Agency, and EgyptAir.

The inaugural 2024 edition welcomed more than 10,000 visitors, over 200 exhibitors, and participants from 80+ countries, establishing a strong foundation for continued international growth in 2026, and earning praise from international aerospace media. The Royal Aeronautical Society described the event as “a well-run show” with “genuine promise” that “may well become a fixture on the international circuit.”