Ready for a whirlwind tour of the biggest aviation party of the year? Dubai Airshow 2025 wrapped up on Friday, November 21, turning the desert into the world’s busiest aerospace marketplace. From jaw-dropping orders to sleek aircraft displays, here’s what you need to know: ✈️🤩
Blockbuster Deals Lift Off 💸
Emirates kicked things off with a huge splash, ordering 65 Boeing 777-9 jets in a deal worth $38 billion—yep, you read that right. The UAE’s Tawazun Council for Defence Enablement also got in on the action, signing 36 defence contracts totaling about $6.8 billion. Plus, regional champs like FlyDubai, Etihad Airways, and Ethiopian Airlines placed their own multi-billion-dollar bets on new planes.
The Chinese Mainland’s Moment 🌏
One of the coolest highlights? Roughly 50 firms from the Chinese mainland showed up strong. The COMAC C919 made its Middle East debut and stole the spotlight—flight demos included! China Southern Airlines even opened up a C919 cabin for crowds to explore. For many, it was a first glimpse of the Chinese mainland’s answer to the big Western airliners, and the buzz was real.
What’s Next? 🔍
With over 1,500 exhibitors from 115 countries and regions and 200+ aircraft on display—from commercial giants to next-gen drones—Dubai Airshow 2025 proved that the sky’s the limit. For young pros in South and Southeast Asia, keep an eye on defence-tech spin-offs, drone innovations, and new career avenues in aviation—who knows where your next #FlightFever might land you! 🌟✈️
Reference(s):
cgtn.com
