AIRLANDER DEMONSTRATION
II counter parts. They serve to develop business relationships across borders and we are delighted that they choose the Farnborough International Airshow to do this.”
She further added, “We are really excited at how FIA16 is shaping up. We are delighted to see the F-35 at the show which will be the first opportunity for those involved with the programme to showcase their contribution. The Space Zone is also looking really exciting and we expect to see lots of future aerospace technologies on display in the Innovation Zone. The seminar and event programme is also building up as is the civil and military delegations programme. As we move closer to the show, we look forward to announcing more features and attractions.”
The show will also coincide with Boeing’s Centennial Celebrations on July 15, 2016. While full details are still under the wraps, FIA will form a core part of the aircraft manufacturer’s 100-year anniversary. Apart from the F-35 Joint Strike Fighter, other aircraft anticipated to be either on flying or static display include Antonov 187, Airbus A350, Bombardier C-Series, Boeing F/A-18F Super Hornet and Boeing C-727. Hybrid Air Vehicles is also hoping to demonstrate its Airlander, the world’s largest aircraft which is currently in the earliest stages of a flight test programme.
Following an increasing number of incidents involving public drone flying, the purpose of the Drone Safety Awareness Weekend is to educate recreational drone pilots and the general public about the laws relating to operating unmanned aircraft in the UK, as well as give sensible advice regarding safe flying and possible dangers.
The CAA along with NATS and ARPAS have confirmed that they will be speaking at Farnborough International Airshow this year, which attracts up to 80,000 visitors over the public weekend, to cover the important aspects of drone flight to be aware of before piloting a drone. This will offer a rare opportunity to listen to industry UAV and flight safety experts on topics of drone safety and to see presentations on the future of the drone industry and beyond, an event not to be missed.
As well as safety awareness, the UK Drone Show will also allow visitors at the FIA to experience live first person viewing drone racing, wearables, specialist software, pilot training information, UAV gadgets and product demonstrations. Around 70 exhibitors and drone manufacturers will be in attendance, many of whom will be retailers with the latest drone technology being sold directly from their stands.