110,000
Participants in 2026
Reach that resonates
Around 110,000 participants came to BER in 2026, up from 95,000 in 2024. Weekend tickets sold out early despite an increased quota.
ILA Berlin // About ILA // Why ILA
Why ILA Berlin
The show where the aerospace industry comes together: industry, politics, armed forces, research and talents in one place. All figures reflect the record 2026 show.
The ILA pitch, 25 seconds
In 25 seconds
ILA Berlin, the elevator pitch
ILA Berlin is one of the world's leading aerospace shows: hosted by BDLI in cooperation with Messe Berlin at Berlin ExpoCenter Airport, right next to BER.
It brings together industry, politics, procurement, research, armed forces and international delegations, covering the entire value chain with Aviation, Space, Defence and the Special Areas.
Four reasons
The place to be for aerospace
The 2022 restart became a 2024 comeback and a record show in 2026. Four reasons why there is no way around ILA Berlin.
765
Exhibitors from 37 nations
The industry, fully assembled
Across more than 200,000 square metres, the show presents innovation along the entire value chain, from climate-friendly aviation to space and defence.
330
Delegations from about 60 countries
Politics and procurement at the table
Government and armed forces delegations use ILA Berlin for political exchange, international cooperation and concrete procurement topics.
3,500
Talent Hub participants
Tomorrow's talents
The Talent Hub has more than doubled since 2024, connecting young talents with the industry's employers right on the show grounds.
Convinced?
Secure your place at ILA 2028
Register as an exhibitor or calculate your space first. The sales team answers questions: exhibition@ila-berlin.com