Messe Frankfurt launches AERO Middle East x Sand & Fun 2026.
AERO Middle East x Sand & Fun 2026 was announced by Messe Frankfurt Saudi Arabia with the Saudi Aviation Club. Runs 24–28 Nov 2026 at Thumamah Airport, Riyadh, combining a trade exhibition with flying displays and public programming.
Messe Frankfurt Saudi Arabia and the Saudi Aviation Club announced AERO Middle East x Sand & Fun 2026, set for 24–28 November at Thumamah Airport in Riyadh.
What it is
Organisers frame it as a combined trade exhibition and airshow: an AERO-branded B2B exhibition alongside Sand & Fun flying displays and public programming.
What they plan to cover
General aviation, business aviation, and advanced air mobility, including avionics, flight systems, MRO, and eVTOL companies.
Business program
Matchmaking, hosted-buyer and investor engagement, plus policy and regulatory discussions.
Context
The Saudi Aviation Club is described as operating under the umbrella of the General Authority of Civil Aviation. The announcement links the event to Vision 2030 priorities such as GA infrastructure, pilot training, and next-generation air mobility.