Dubai Airshow flying display to feature UK's Royal Air Force Typhoon

Notes and media contacts

About F&E Aerospace:

F&E Aerospace is a division of F&E. One of the most influential names in the aerospace industry's events sector, F&E launched the very first Dubai Airshow in 1989, in conjunction with Dubai Civil Aviation Authority and the UAE Armed Forces.

Covering all aerospace-related events in the Fairs & Exhibitions portfolio, F&E Aerospace has a long-standing relationship with the global aerospace industry, an in-depth knowledge of the market and a hard-earned reputation for delivering event excellence. F&E Aerospace maintains offices in London and Dubai. Dubai Airshow 2009, the 11th show in the series, takes place from 15 to 19 November 2009, at Dubai Airport Expo. The last show in 2007 drew 850 exhibitors and some 45,000 visitors, achieving a world record-breaking order book of $155bn.

The Middle East Business Aviation (MEBA) show in November 2008 attracted some 250 exhibitors from 30 countries and over 5,500 visitors. Organised on behalf of Middle East Business Aviation Association (MEBAA), the event closed with more than $1.5bn worth of deals announced. The next MEBA event will take place from 7 to 9 December 2010 in Dubai.

Aircraft Interiors Middle East (AIME) services the region's rapidly developing commercial and business aviation market. The second running of AIME will take place from 28 February to 1 March 2010 at Dubai Airport Expo.

MRO Middle East 2010, the highly successful maintenance, repair and overhaul show, run in conjunction with Aviation Week magazine, will be co-located with AIME. The inaugural event in 2009 exceeded initial projections, with more than 1,200 registered visitors from nearly 50 countries.

The Aerospace & Defence Training Show (ADTS) is the latest event in F&E Aerospace's stable. Predominantly a conference with a supporting exhibition, ADTS will debut in 2010 at Dubai Airport Expo, from 3 to 4 March. The event is dedicated to the growing Middle East demand for both civil and military aerospace training, recruitment and simulation.

Delivering world class events for 50 years, F&E organises international trade events for business and consumers all over the world. It is a member of the Tarsus Group plc, which was founded, and listed on the London Stock Exchange, in 1998. With offices in the UK (London), USA (Milwaukee), France (Paris), Germany (Düsseldorf) and China (Shanghai), the international business-to-business media group has interests in exhibitions, conferences, publishing and online media.

Visit us at www.dubaiairshow.aero.

For more information, contact:

Ms Frances Barton
PR Manager
F&E Aerospace
T: +9714 286 7755