From June 10–14, 2026, Berlin will host ILA Berlin 2026, one of the world’s largest aerospace trade fairs and a reference international aerospace exhibition for aviation, defence, space exploration, and advanced air mobility.

Taking place at Berlin ExpoCenter Airport, close to Schönefeld and Berlin Brandenburg Airport BER, the event positions Berlin Germany as a central hub for aerospace technology, industrial strategy, and European cooperation. Organised by Messe Berlin GmbH alongside major aerospace stakeholders, ILA combines business, policy, and technology into a single platform where the future of aviation is actively shaped.

Rather than functioning only as an airshow, ILA has become a strategic meeting point where trade visitors, exhibitors, policymakers, defence representatives, engineers, and research institutions intersect. Extrude Hone would be present at Hall A, booth 294, to showcase its innovations for the aerospace industry.

A major aerospace platform connecting industry, policy and innovation

ILA Berlin is widely recognised as one of the most important aerospace trade fairs in Europe. Its scope goes far beyond aircraft displays: it connects the entire aerospace value chain, from suppliers and OEMs to government institutions and scientific organisations.

The event has historical roots linked to early German aviation and locations such as Tempelhof Airport and Berlin Tegel. Today, it reflects a modern aerospace ecosystem driven by competitiveness, sustainability, and technological sovereignty.

Across the exhibition halls and outdoor areas, the show brings together:

  • aerospace companies and global exhibitors
  • trade visitors and industry buyers
  • defence organisations and armed forces representatives
  • research institutes and engineering partners
  • media and technical press
  • European and federal institutions

The result is a dense environment where business opportunities, technical discussions, and political dialogue coexist.

What is ILA Berlin 2026?

ILA Berlin 2026 is best understood as a multi-sector aerospace platform combining civil aviation, military aviation, space technologies, and industrial innovation.

It covers a broad spectrum of aerospace topics, including:

  • civil aviation systems,
  • defence technologies,
  • aerospace manufacturing,
  • commercial air transport,
  • space exploration,
  • and next-generation mobility solutions.

Unlike traditional exhibitions, ILA is structured around both public displays and professional exchange formats, allowing companies, ministries, and institutions to align on long-term aerospace strategies.

The 2026 edition continues this approach with a strong emphasis on innovation, sovereignty, and sustainability across the European aerospace sector.

The location, in the southern area of Berlin near Schönefeld and Berlin Brandenburg Airport BER is designed for international accessibility, making it convenient for global exhibitors, visitors, and delegations arriving by flight from Europe, North America, and Asia.

Key themes shaping ILA Berlin 2026

One of the defining characteristics of ILA Berlin is its ability to reflect current transformations in the aerospace industry.

Sustainability and future aviation systems

A central focus remains the transition toward more sustainable aviation. Discussions and showcases will highlight:
electric and hybrid aircraft, hydrogen propulsion, climate-neutral aviation strategies, and lightweight aerospace systems.

The objective is clear: reduce environmental impact while maintaining performance and safety standards in global air transport.

Defence, security and aerospace sovereignty

ILA Berlin also serves as a key political platform for defence and security topics in Europe. Representatives from ministries, armed forces, and European institutions participate in discussions on industrial sovereignty, procurement strategies, and geopolitical stability.

Military aviation, defence systems, and aerospace security policy remain central to the programme, reinforcing the strategic dimension of the event.

Space and advanced air mobility

Space exploration and future mobility systems are increasingly visible within the exhibition structure.

Dedicated zones present:
satellite technologies, commercial space programmes, urban air mobility solutions, and autonomous flight concepts.

These developments highlight the convergence between aerospace, digital technologies, and new mobility ecosystems.

Extrude Hone technologies for aerospace

Within this broader ecosystem, Extrude Hone will participate through its German entity, Extrude Hone GmbH (Holzgünz), located at Hall A – Booth 294.

Its presence reflects a key aspect of modern aerospace manufacturing: the growing importance of precision finishing in performance-critical components.

Rather than focusing on general manufacturing, Extrude Hone contributes technologies designed for the final functional quality of aerospace parts.

AFM for aerospace flow and surface performance

Abrasive Flow Machining (AFM) is used to improve internal surface quality in complex aerospace geometries.

The process is particularly relevant for turbine components, blisks, impellers, fuel systems, and airflow channels, where even small surface imperfections can influence aerodynamic efficiency and fatigue resistance.

AFM enables controlled deburring, polishing, and edge radiusing in internal passages that are otherwise inaccessible using conventional machining methods.

 

ECM for stress-free precision finishing

Electrochemical Machining (ECM) complements AFM by enabling high-precision, non-contact material removal.

This technology is used for aerospace components requiring strict dimensional accuracy, repeatability, and stress-free finishing conditions, particularly when working with advanced alloys.

Together, AFM and ECM support manufacturers in improving component reliability, performance consistency, and production quality.

Meet Extrude Hone experts at ILA Berlin, Hall A, Booth 294

Innovation at ILA Berlin is not limited to aircraft display. It spans the entire aerospace ecosystem.

Technical discussions, speakers, and institutional representatives contribute to shaping how these technologies transition from prototypes to industrial applications.

ILA Berlin functions as more than a trade fair. It is a coordination space where industrial strategy, European policy, and technological development intersect.

In this sense, ILA remains one of the key platforms where the future structure of the aerospace industry is discussed and negotiated.

Within this environment, companies such as Extrude Hone contribute highly with specialised capabilities that support aerospace performance and manufacturing excellence, alongside a much broader ecosystem of innovators shaping the future of aviation, defence, and space.

Our experts look forward to welcoming you to the Extrude Hone booth to discuss your challenges in improving aerospace components performance. 

Ralf Kriger

Prokurist – Sales Manager – Solution Design

Vincent Grimm

Sales Manager – Solution DesignÂ