Special Features
Skyview at the Dubai Airshow
Watch the world’s best pilots right from the runwayFor the first time ever, you can enjoy directviews of the fantastic flying displays of the Dubai Airshow. Skyview at the Dubai Airshow is a public event that gives you excellent front-row access to the action from the purpose-built grandstand located right next to the runway. Each day’s flying kicks off with a display by the UAE’s very own aerobatic team, the Al Fursan.
As well as the action in the air, you can spend an amazing day at Skyview with fun, games and entertainment laid out on the ground. You can meet the pilots, each day the pilots for the world’s leading squadrons will visit to meet, answer questions and take photos.
Skyview at The Dubai Airshow runs from 18-21 November, 12-6pm daily, with flying displays from 2-5pm. Skyview is located near the new airport, Dubai World Central, in Jebel Ali.
Tickets to Skyview do not allow entry to the Dubai Airshow official events; trade show, exhibition halls and the aircraft static park - but Skyview brings you unbeatable views of the flying display.
For tickets and further information visit www.skyview.aero
In the Air
Al Fursan or ’The Knights’ are the United Arab Emirates air force’s own aerobatic stunt display team. Confirmed to be flying at the show this year, Al Fursan are set to perform a daring and skillful aerial display in their seven Aermacchi MB-339A aircraft. Painted in the official colours of the UAE (black, gold, white, red and green), this year’s display is set to be unmissable. Remember to look out for their famous coloured smoke generators!
F/A-18 - Confirmed
A top speed of 1,190mph and a design made for aerial maneuverability makes the F/A-18 a must see. This impressive American multi-role fighter has the ability to attack both air and ground targets; land on aircraft carriers and excel in dogfights with other advanced planes.
Confirmed for this year’s event, the F/A-18 will be giving a demonstration of its agility and speed.
Airbus A380
The largest passenger plane ever created, carrying over 850 people, the Airbus A380 could be dropping in for a fly-by.
The size of this plane is incredible, so if it does fly past, you will definitely notice it!
On the ground
Fun, games and entertainment
As well as the action in the air, you can spend an amazing day at Skyview with many activities laid out to entertain all ages. Experience what it is like to be a pilot in the flight simulator, make model planes at the arts and craft area, and kids get to jump about in the aviation themed bouncy castles.
Food and Drink
There will be plenty of food and drink options available at the venue, whether you want something light or a full meal.
Prepare for the Event
Because of the event location, the weather is likely to be extremely hot and sunny so don’t forget to bring sunglasses, a hat and sunscreen! Due to the noise created by the planes, earplugs are a good idea, especially for small children.
A camera and binoculars are also highly recommended.
The vast majority of show announcements haven’t been made yet, so remember to keep checking the official website for the most up to date information.
How to get there
Travelling to Skyview
Skyview at the Dubai Airshow is located at Dubai World Central in Jebel Ali and is easily accessible by metro & shuttle bus and by car.
There will be a limited amount of parking spaces available at Skyview, so we encourage you to use the Metro to travel to Jebel Ali station, from where you can use the shuttle buses to take you to the Dubai Airshow site.
By metro
Dubai’s Metro system covers many key locations – we recommend you get off at Jebel Ali Metro station as it is the closest station to Skyview show site. You can get a taxi or a shuttle bus from here to the venue.
Please note IbnButtuta shuttle buses are for trade visitors only and not for Skyview ticket holders.
Shuttle buses
Shuttle buses will run from Jebel Ali Metro station to the Dubai Airshow site for the duration of the event. Buses will run from 11.30am with the last departing the show at 6.30pm.
By car
The site is easily accessible from both Sheikh Zayed and Mohammed Bin Zayed Roads. Approximate driving times:
Dubai Marina (20 minutes)
Jumeirah (25 minutes)
Downtown (35 minutes)
Dubai International Airport (45 minutes)
