Abu Dhabi Air Expo Kicks Off March 5th 2013
Under the patronage of H.H. Sheikh Hazza bin Zayed Al Nahyan, National Security Advisor and Vice Chairman of the Abu Dhabi Executive Council, Abu Dhabi Air Expo 2013 will open its doors March 5th 2013, at Al Bateen Executive Airport, and will run until 7th March, showcasing the latest products and services in the general aviation industry on over 80,000 square meters of exhibition space. Abu Dhabi Air Expo 2013 will provide double the exhibition area compared to its first show in 2012, where more than 160 aerospace-related organizations, from across the UAE and from more than 70 countries, including: Canada, United States of America, Germany, France, Switzerland, Czech Republic, Belgium, Saudi Arabia, Kuwait, Qatar, Bahrain and Jordan, will be participating, representing a twofold increase compared to the number of nationalities that participated last year.
More than 100 aircraft will be on display from industry leading aviation manufacturers, including: Bombardier, Dassault Aviation, Boeing, Gulfstream, Cessna, Piper Aircraft, Cirrus Aircraft, and, Air Bus, at this year’s Expo.
Both fixed and rotary-wing aircraft will be on the runway at Al Bateen for aerospace enthusiasts to explore.
Abu Dhabi Air Expo is also likely the only exhibition in the world this year that will exhibit aircraft both less than 100 kg (LSA or GYRO) up to 150 tonnes (Airbus A310-300) at the same event.
Abu Dhabi Air Expo 2013 is organized and hosted by ADAC along with the support of many key Abu Dhabi organizations, including: ADNOC, UAE Armed Forces, the Department of Transport in Abu Dhabi, Al Futtaim Group, Falcon Aviation Services, Royal Jet, Abu Dhabi Aviation, Mubadala, Rotana Jet, Etihad Airways, Jetex, Breitling, the Tourism and Culture Authority of Abu Dhabi and, the General Civil Aviation Authority.
Yousif Hassan Al Hammadi, Chairman of the Organizing Committee for Abu Dhabi Air Expo, General Manager of Al Bateen Executive Airport, said:
"ADAC is excited about the potential of the second Abu Dhabi Air Expo. The scale of this year’s event compared to last year’s clearly demonstrates that Abu Dhabi is the place to be when it comes to showcasing the latest and greatest in general aviation technology. ADAC looks forward to helping aviation leaders from around the world grow their businesses through providing this platform to engage in dialogue with potential partners. ADAC is also eager to provide aviation enthusiasts from the region with a rare opportunity to enjoy the best products that the industry has to offer. Residents and visitors of Abu Dhabi will also be entertained by the various airshow displays planned to take place daily between 14:00-16:00."
The air displays will include the famous Al Fursan Aerobatic team, the UAE parachute team and a thrilling performance by the acclaimed Guinness Record Captain Zoltan Veres.
ADAC is anticipating that several announcements will be made and contracts signed at this year’s Air Expo.
In addition, Abu Dhabi Expo 2013 will be hosting several premiers for the region and the industry, including:
• Gulfstream will display its G650 aircraft for the first time in the Middle East and Africa (MENA) region
• Bombardier will introduce the latest version of its Global 6000
• Embraer Executive Jets will be exhibiting several aircraft, including the entry level range jet Phenom 300 to the long range Lineage 1000
• Tecnam, an Italian manufacturer, will present its latest P2010, an aircraft that is particularly suitable for flight schools concerned with keeping operating costs low
• Several flight schools, and training centers including: GCAS, Etihad Airways Academy, CAE Emirates College Academy, Australian College of Kuwait, International Center of Excellence, Royal Jordanian Air Academy, Wallan Academy of Saudi, Fujairah Aviation Academy and Chopperline Australia, will be present
Educating the youth about the general aviation industry has always been a priority for ADAC, and a day of the Expo has been dedicated to students.
On 7th March, more than 800 high school students from across the UAE will visit the Expo to meet with the flight schools present and to learn more about the aeronautic and aviation industries.
Emirate: Abu Dhabi
Date: Mar 4, 2013
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