Airshow China 2026 — China International Aviation & Aerospace Exhibition
- Dates
- Venue
- China International Aviation Exhibition Center
- City
- Zhuhai, China
- Industry
- Aviation & Aerospace
- Official website
- www.airshow.com.cn
Airshow China 2026 , China International Aviation & Aerospace Exhibition takes place at China International Aviation Exhibition Center in Zhuhai from 10 November to 15 November 2026. The 16th biennial China International Aviation and Aerospace Exhibition, the only government-approved international aerospace trade show in China, covering civil aviation, military aerospace, drones, low-altitude economy and space technology. 800+ exhibitors, 200,000+ visitors.
What the fair covers
Aircraft systems, components and aerospace manufacturing are the subject. The 16th biennial China International Aviation and Aerospace Exhibition, the only government-approved international aerospace trade show in China, covering civil aviation, military aerospace, drones, low-altitude economy and space technology. 800+ exhibitors, 200,000+ visitors. That shapes both the exhibitor mix and the questions worth preparing before you arrive.
Dates, venue and getting there
The fair runs from 10 November to 15 November 2026 at China International Aviation Exhibition Center in Zhuhai. It runs for 6 days, which is usually enough to cover several product areas without rushing. China's exhibition venues are generally large and well equipped, and most host cities have metro systems that are faster than road transport during fair weeks. Confirm which venue your fair uses, as larger cities often have more than one.
Planning your visit
Vehicle and transport fairs combine finished products with the supply chain behind them, which is useful if you are sourcing components rather than buying whole units. Buyers typically split their time between headline exhibits and the component halls, where the commercial conversations actually happen. For Airshow China 2026 , China International Aviation & Aerospace Exhibition, that means preparing ahead of the November dates and arriving with a target list of stands.
Language and interpreting support
Most exhibitors are Chinese manufacturers, and while larger stands often have English speaking sales staff, that is not something to rely on across a whole venue. English tends to run out exactly where it matters most, once a conversation moves to specifications, tolerances, materials and pricing terms. Buyers working with an interpreter generally cover more ground in a day, because they can negotiate directly rather than through a phone app. An interpreter already working in Zhuhai saves further time simply by knowing the venue and how to move around it.
After the fair
Transport products carry heavy regulatory and certification requirements that vary sharply by market. Confirm early what approvals a supplier already holds and what documentation exists, since retrofitting compliance is expensive. Factory audits are common before committing to a supply relationship.
Frequently asked questions
When and where does Airshow China 2026 , China International Aviation & Aerospace Exhibition take place?
It runs from 10 November to 15 November 2026 at China International Aviation Exhibition Center in Zhuhai. Confirm the dates against the organiser's official site before booking travel.
What is shown at the fair?
Aircraft systems, components and aerospace manufacturing are the subject. The 16th biennial China International Aviation and Aerospace Exhibition, the only government-approved international aerospace trade show in China, covering civil aviation, military aerospace, drones, low-altitude economy and space technology. 800+ exhibitors, 200,000+ visitors.
How much time should I allow?
It runs for 6 days, which is usually enough to cover several product areas without rushing. Planning a route through the halls in advance makes a noticeable difference to how much you get done.
Will I need an interpreter?
Most exhibitors are Chinese manufacturers, and while larger stands often have English speaking sales staff, that is not something to rely on across a whole venue. English tends to run out exactly where it matters most, once a conversation moves to specifications, tolerances, materials and pricing terms. Buyers working with an interpreter generally cover more ground in a day, because they can negotiate directly rather than through a phone app.
What happens after the fair?
Transport products carry heavy regulatory and certification requirements that vary sharply by market. Confirm early what approvals a supplier already holds and what documentation exists, since retrofitting compliance is expensive. Factory audits are common before committing to a supply relationship.
Where do I find official information and registration?
The organiser's official site (www.airshow.com.cn) is the primary source for dates, visitor registration and the exhibitor list. Registering before you travel is worth doing, as it saves queueing at the counters on the first day.

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