✈️ MEBAA Show 2026 Confirmed for December in Dubai; First OEM List Emerges
MEBAA Show 2026 will be held on December 8, 2026, at Dubai DWC, coinciding with the 20th anniversary of the MEBAA association's founding. According to a July 15, 2026 report by Aviation International News, as of the report date, the only publicly confirmed OEMs exhibiting are Bombardier and Dassault Aviation, while the exhibition intentions and Middle East market strategies of other manufacturers remain to be disclosed. On the industry backdrop, the Middle East region is expected to receive approximately 160 business jets worth about 8.6 billion USD between 2026 and 2035, with the fleet size projected to grow to approximately 3,700 aircraft by 2044, though the same period faces uncertainties from geopolitical tensions and jet fuel price volatility.
Impact: With about five months remaining until the show, the exhibitor list is at an early stage. Bombardier and Dassault securing their spots first helps them gain customer awareness within the 8.6 billion USD Middle East procurement window; the list not yet being finalized also means other OEMs still have a window to adjust their exhibition decisions.
Recommendation: OEMs interested in exhibiting should finalize their booth and product lineup by the end of September 2026 to align with the media and customer warm-up pace for the December 8 show period; Brokers and FBOs active in the Middle East are advised to connect with Dubai DWC ground services and customer reception resources before November 2026 to lock in peak capacity during the show period.