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AVI-GO event briefs: sporting events, summits, air shows and exhibitions that move business-aviation demand — each with its window, affected region, airport handling watch items and primary risk.
Jun 2030 · US, Canada, Mexico · Sports + charter demand
The 2030 FIFA World Cup is expected to have a "unique global footprint," with matches scheduled across three continents and six countries, including Spain, Portugal, and Morocco as the main co-hosts, and Uruguay, Argentina, and Paraguay hos
Jun 2027 · Cannes, Nice, French Riviera · Conference + UHNW
For Cannes Lions 2027, Nice Airport's business aviation services will be crucial. The Aéroport de Nice Côte d'Azur (NCE/LFMN) is the primary hub, located 7 km from the city center and operating 24/7. It features a separate private aviation
2026 season · Europe, Middle East, Americas, Asia · Sports + UHNW
Private jet demand has surged in 2026, with North America experiencing a 4.7% year-over-year increase and Europe showing a 3.5% rise in private jet segments. NetJets and Flexjet have reported double-digit growth, with NetJets up 13.3% and F
Oct 20 - Oct 22, 2026 · Las Vegas, United States · Industry + fleet
The NBAA-BACE 2026 Las Vegas business aviation convention will feature a reimagined static display of over 40 business aviation aircraft at Henderson Executive Airport. Aircraft from manufacturers such as Airbus, Boeing Business Jets, Bomba
Jan 2027 · Davos-Klosters, Zurich, Samedan · Policy + CEO travel
In 2026, the World Economic Forum in Davos saw a significant increase in private jet traffic, with over 150 jets landing at area airports, including Zurich and Friedrichshafen. The Gulfstream G650 was the most popular private jet, with nota
Sep 2026 · Monaco, Nice, Cannes · Lifestyle + UHNW
Monaco Yacht Show 2026 is expected to feature luxury travel options, including private jet services through VistaJet, which partnered with the 2025 event. For those interested in a unique experience, Explora Journeys offers stays on the Exp
Jun 2027 · Paris, Le Bourget · Industry + aerospace
The Paris Air Show at Le Bourget has seen significant business aviation activity, with Dassault's Falcon 10X making its first test flight in 2026, targeting type certification for ultra-long-range operations in 2027. The show also highlight
Aug 24 - Sep 13, 2026 · New York, United States · Sports + UHNW
The 2026 U.S. Open will take place from June 15-21 at Shinnecock Hills Golf Club in Southampton, NY. Tickets are available with various pricing options, including weekly passes at $1,800, four-day tickets at $1,800, and single-day options s
May 2027 · Paris, France · Sports + UHNW
The French Open Roland Garros in 2027 is expected to attract significant business aviation traffic, with companies like NetJets building terminals to accommodate the influx. Dassault's Falcon 10X business jet is targeting type certification
Jun 2027 · London, United Kingdom · Sports + UHNW
Based on the most recent data, London Biggin Hill Airport continues to enhance its facilities to support business aviation, including runway improvements and the addition of a GPS approach to Runway 03. Farnborough Airport has also expanded
Feb 2027 · United States · Sports + charter demand
The 2027 Super Bowl will be held in Inglewood, California, at SoFi Stadium. The closest airport to the event is Los Angeles International Airport (LAX), approximately 15 miles away. Private jet companies anticipate high demand for business
Dec 2026 · Miami, Opa-locka, Fort Lauderdale, Palm Beach · Culture + UHNW
The demand for private jets to Opa-locka airport during Art Basel Miami Beach 2026 is expected to be high, driven by the growing interest in private aviation and the influx of wealthy collectors and art enthusiasts attending the event. The
Jan 2027 · Melbourne, Australia · Sports + UHNW
British Airways will commence flights to Melbourne in Australia from 9 January 2027, launching in time for the Australian Open and the Melbourne Grand Prix. Qantas will test its new A350-1000ULR aircraft for a 22-hour nonstop flight to Melb
Apr 2027 · Augusta, Georgia · Sports + UHNW
The Masters tournament significantly boosts business for Augusta Regional Airport's private jet services, with over 2,100 private flights recorded during last year's event. The airport charges up to $4,000 per aircraft to land and has expan
Jul 20 - Jul 26, 2026 · Farnborough, UK · Air show / Trade show
Farnborough International Airshow 2026 runs 20–26 July (trade days 20–24, public days 25–26), currently in progress as of today (23 July). EGLF (Farnborough Airport) is the dedicated airshow gateway and is operating under strict slot contro
Apr 15, 2024 · Oshkosh, WI, USA · Air Show / Fly-In
EAA AirVenture Oshkosh 2026 runs 20–26 July (concurrent with today, 23 July). KOSH (Wittman Regional Airport) becomes the world's busiest airport during AirVenture week, processing up to 10,000+ aircraft movements. The FAA issues a dedicate
2026 · Dubai, UAE · Trade Show / Exhibition
The MEBAA Show 2026 in Dubai is the Middle East and North Africa region's premier business aviation trade event, celebrating its 20th year. Primary airport is OMDB (Dubai International) with DWC/OMDW (Al Maktoum International) increasingly
Jul 23, 2026 · Raleigh, NC (RDU/TTA) · Sports + charter demand
The Carolina Hurricanes Stanley Cup 2026 victory parade is occurring today (23 July 2026) in downtown Raleigh, NC. This is a same-day, short-notice demand event. RDU (Raleigh-Durham International) is the primary commercial and bizav gateway
Jun 11 - Jul 19, 2026 · US, Canada, Mexico · Sports + charter demand
The 2026 FIFA World Cup is expected to draw unprecedented crowds to Mexico, with aviation services providers anticipating significant business aviation traffic in Mexico City, Guadalajara, and Monterrey. Airports and FBOs in North America a
2026-07 (mid-July) · Farnborough, UK (FAB) · Airshow / trade show
Farnborough International Airshow (FIA) 2026 runs mid-July at FAB, making it directly relevant today (2026-07-14). FIA is the world's premier aerospace trade event, attracting OEM executives, defense procurement officials, airline CEOs, and
2026 (multiple race weekends) · Monaco, Singapore, USA, Italy · Sports + charter demand
Formula 1's global calendar generates recurring ultra-high-density private aviation demand across Monaco (LNMC/LFMD Cannes-Mandelieu), Singapore (WSSS/Seletar WSSL), Monza/Milan (LIMC/LIML), and U.S. venues (Miami KOPF, Austin KAUS, Las Veg
2026-07 (quarter-final stage) · Miami, FL / Oslo · Sports + charter demand
Norway's FIFA World Cup quarter-final appearance (July 2026) has triggered a Norse Atlantic capacity doubling on Oslo (OSL) to Miami (MIA) routes, signaling a major inbound commercial surge to South Florida. For private and business aviatio
2026-07 (World Cup group/knockout stage) · Kansas City, MO (MCI/MKC) · Sports + charter demand
Three confirmed fan charter flights from Curaçao to Kansas City (MCI) for a FIFA World Cup knockout match represent a structured ad-hoc charter operation with specific operational implications. MCI is the primary international gateway; MKC
Jun 29 - Jul 12, 2026 · London, United Kingdom · Sports + UHNW
Wimbledon 2026 will feature a notable absence of two-time champion Carlos Alcaraz due to a wrist injury, potentially benefiting Jannik Sinner. Business aviation hubs in London, such as Farnborough and Biggin Hill, are expanding their facili
Jul 20 - Jul 26, 2026 · Farnborough, UK · Airshow / Trade Show
Farnborough International Airshow (EGLF), July 20–26, 2026, is the premier aerospace trade event of the year, drawing OEMs, MROs, defense contractors, and aviation executives globally. Business aviation demand concentrates on trade days (Mo
2026-10 (typically late October/early November) · Fort Lauderdale, FL (KFXE/KFLL) · Boat show + charter demand
The Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show (FLIBS), typically late October/early November, is a top-tier charter demand driver for South Florida, attracting yacht owners, marine industry executives, and UHNW buyers from global origins. Pri
Jun 2026 · Calgary, Canada · Political Summit + TFR/NOTAM
The June 2026 G7 Summit in the Calgary region imposed extensive airspace restrictions, including a large-scale TFR/NOTAM regime typical of heads-of-state gatherings. Calgary International (CYYC) served as the primary hub, with significant p
Jul 2026 · USA (17 locations) · Sports + charter/FBO demand
Signature Aviation's Special Olympics Airlift across 17 U.S. locations in July 2026 generates meaningful coordinated charter and FBO activity that operators should recognize as both a demand event and a community engagement opportunity. Sig
June 30, 2026 · Washington DC, USA (KDCA) · TFR/Airport Closure
The FAA has announced two ground stop/flight pause windows at KDCA on July 4, 2026, tied to Independence Day fireworks and airspace security protocols. These pauses are standard for National Mall events but operationally significant: KDCA h
Jul 20 - Jul 26, 2026 · Farnborough, UK (EGLF) · Air show / trade show
Farnborough Airshow 2026 (July 20–26, EGLF) is the premier global aerospace trade event, drawing C-suite delegations, OEM teams, and UHNW aviation buyers. EGLF is exclusively bizav/airshow during the event; commercial slots do not apply, bu
Jun 2026 - Jul 2026 · Berlin, Germany · Air Show + trade show
Berlin Air Show (ILA Berlin) 2026 ran in June–July at Berlin Brandenburg Airport (EDDB/BER), co-locating with commercial operations—a uniquely complex arrangement. With Airbus, Lufthansa, Emirates, and major defense contractors represented,
May 2026 · Monaco / Nice (LFMN) · Sports + charter demand
The Monaco Grand Prix 2026 occurred in May, so the event has passed as of today (July 2, 2026). For archival/planning reference: Monaco GP is the single highest-demand bizav event in Europe annually, generating peak saturation at LFMN (Nice
Sep 2026 · Singapore (WSSS) · Sports + charter demand
Singapore Formula 1 Grand Prix 2026 in September represents the region's highest single-event bizav demand spike. Changi (WSSS) handles all bizav and commercial traffic with no dedicated bizav terminal; operators use the SAF (Singapore Air
2026 · Budapest, Hungary · Conference + slots
The 159th IATA Slot Conference in Budapest (2026) is a working aviation-industry event, not a high-glam demand driver, but it does concentrate senior airline and slot coordinator traffic at Budapest Ferenc Liszt (LHBP). Bizav demand is mode
Jun 2026 · Cannes, Nice, French Riviera · Conference + UHNW
Cannes Lions 2026 will feature a significant presence of private jets at Nice Airport, with attendees showcasing high-end travel styles and brands, including Ferragamo, Gucci, and Carolina Herrera. The event will also introduce new elements
Jul 2026 · Farnborough, UK (EGLF) · Air show + trade show
Farnborough International Airshow 2026 (EGLF, July 2026) is the UK's premier aerospace trade event, drawing 80,000+ trade visitors across five industry days plus two public days. Business aviation movements at Farnborough peak during indust
Jun 2026 · USA (golf venue TBC) · Sports + charter demand
The 2026 U.S. Open Golf Championship, held in June, generates significant private aviation demand concentrated within 150nm of the host venue. The USGA has not confirmed the 2026 venue publicly, but candidate venues include Oakmont (near KA
Jun 26, 2026 · Minnesota (St. Paul/Minneapolis) · Sports + charter demand
Special Olympics USA Games in St. Paul drives multi-day charter and group transport demand into MSP (Minneapolis-St. Paul International) and STP (St. Paul Downtown/Holman Field). Hundreds of athletes plus coaches, family delegations, and sp
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