Archive · 19 Nov 2025
Dubai Air Show 2025: Mega Aircraft Deals, Airport Expansion, and Aerobatics
The Dubai Air Show 2025 saw big aircraft orders from Etihad, FlyDubai, and Emirates.
Dubai also announced a massive airport expansion.
Dubai International Airport hit 70 million passengers this year, underscoring the need for the expansion.
There were amazing aerobatic shows from different countries.
Etihad Airways ordered 16 Airbus aircraft, including 6 A330-900s, 7 A350-1000s, and 3 A350F freighters.
FlyDubai expanded its fleet with 150 Airbus A321 aircraft, its first move beyond Boeing planes.
Emirates ordered 65 Boeing 777-9 aircraft, pushing ahead with long-term expansion.
Dubai announced a $35 billion five-runway mega-airport expansion at Al Maktoum International.
The show featured breathtaking aerobatic displays from various international teams and aircraft.
- Who
- Etihad Airways, FlyDubai, Emirates, Dubai officials, and various international teams and companies
- What
- Ordered aircraft, announced airport expansion, performed aerobatic displays
- When
- 2025
- Where
- Dubai Air Show
- Why
- To expand fleets, improve infrastructure, and showcase capabilities
Support for Russian participation
Concerns about Russian sanctions
Russian participation
Support for Russian participation
The UAE continues economic ties with Russia despite sanctions, allowing Russian companies to showcase their military systems.
Concerns about Russian sanctions
Some may have concerns about the UAE's relationship with Russia given the ongoing Ukraine war and international sanctions.
- Total aircraft ordered
- 221
- New airport gates
- 400
- Airport runways
- 5
- Countries participating in aerobatic displays
- UAE, India, Russia, and others
Sources
Dubai Air Show 2025 sees mega aircraft deals, stunning aerobatics and future-ready innovations - CNBC TV18
FlyDubai orders 150 Airbus A321neo aircraft, expanding its fleet beyond Boeing for the first time
Dubai International Airport hits 70 million passengers, fast-tracks $35-billion five-runway airport project
