The team behind the Farnborough International Airshow has released a first look at the aircraft set to bring the wow factor at this year’s events.
With yet more aircraft set to be announced over the next six weeks, the list is already looking pretty phenomenal with a display by Vertical Aerospace’s electric vehicle takeoff and landing (eVTOL) VA-1X aircraft among the highlights.
On June 4, 2026, Farnborough International Airshow said the event would bring together aircraft, teams and manufacturers from the US, the UK, Europe and Latin America.
“Showcasing frontline military capability, heritage aviation to next-generation commercial platforms and emerging advanced air mobility aircraft, the flying display will reflect the ambition of the international industry today,” a spokesperson for the airline said.
The headliners are the US Air Force F-35A Lightning II Demonstration Team, which will be performing its only public display in Europe this year. Miss it, miss out.
“The team will be showcasing the unmatched performance, agility, and advanced capabilities of the F-35A, the Air Force’s premier fifth-generation multirole fighter. Through dynamic aerial displays, the team highlights the F-35A’s stealth, sensor fusion, and combat versatility, inspiring future generations to explore careers in aviation and military service,” the spokesperson added.
Other flying display highlights include a Bombardier Global 8000, the fastest private jet in the world, an Airbus A350-1000 and a Rolls Royce Vickers Supermarine Spitfire.
Here is the full list of the aircraft and teams announced in the flying display so far:
- US Air Force F-35A Lightning II Demonstration Team
- Rolls Royce Vickers Supermarine Spitfire PR.Mk.XIX
- RAF Eurofighter Typhoon FGR4 (Flypast)
- Czech Air Force L-159 (Flypast)
- Airbus A350-1000
- BETA Technologies CX300
- Bombardier GLOBAL 8000
- Embraer S.A. C390 Millenium
- GE Aerospace – Saab 340B
- Vertical Aerospace VA-1X
- Ultimate WarBird Flights P-51D Mustang
- The Starlings Aerobatic Team
- The Falcons – RAF Parachute Display Team
Static aircraft will include the Czech Air Force’s JAS-39 Gripen, DHL Air UK’s B777-200LRMF, BETA Technologies’ MV250, Embraer S.A. 195 E2, GE Aerospace’s B-747-400, General Atomic AeroTec Systems’ Do228 NXT and many more.
The Farnborough International Airshow runs from July 20 to 24, 2026, and AeroTime will be on the ground covering the entire event.
