#AAD2026 DEPLOYS IN
AFRICA AEROSPACE AND DEFENCE EXPO
The premier exhibition of air, land and sea technologies on the African continent.
The Africa Aerospace and Defence (AAD) is Africa's only aerospace and defence expo that combines both a trade exhibition and an air show.
Held biennially in the City of Tshwane – South Africa’s administrative capital, the AAD Expo is one of South Africa’s largest contributors to the country’s GDP in show years, and is regarded as a national asset.
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AAD2024 IN NUMBERS
What you can expect when visiting AAD2026 as an exhibitor or trade show visitor or air show visitor.
86
Official Delegations from 33 Countries
259
Exhibitors from 30 Countries
22 970
Trade Visitors from 33 Countries
37 007
General Public Visitors
11 000
YDP Learners Reached
77
Civilian Aircrafts and UAV's
390
Accredited Media
9
National Pavilions
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KEY HIGHLIGHTS OF AAD
A look back at key statistics from AAD2024 and 8 reasons why you can't afford to miss out on being present at AAD2026!





