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Presseinformation
Press release
Communiqué de presse
Informazione stampa
The Global Show
for General Aviation
April 9 – 12, 2014
Friedrichshafen, Germany
17/02/2015
AERO 2015 to show off all sides of general aviation Premiere of the Aviation and Pilots Competence Center More than 630 exhibitors from 35 countries - Special shows
Avionics Avenue, e-flight-expo and Engine Area - Civilian
drones in the Remotely Piloted Aircraft Systems Expo
Soaring to new heights at the
AERO 2015
Friedrichshafen - A new exhibitor record, the
premiere of the Aviation and Pilots Competence
Center and the return of successful special shows
combine to again make the 23rd AERO, taking place
April 15-18, 2015, an essential event for pilots and
anyone interested in general aviation. It is the
aircraft that will be at the center of attention: The
spectrum on display stretches from gliders and
ultralights to single and twin-engine piston-driven
aircraft, turboprops and business jets to autogyros
and helicopters. A second special exhibition, the
Remotely Piloted Aircraft Systems Expo, will draw
attention to unmanned civilian drones and their
steadily increasing relevance in aviation. In addition,
the well-established Avionics Avenue, e-flight-expo
and Engine Area special shows will return to the
AERO 2015 in Friedrichshafen.
Project Leader Roland Bosch and Messe Friedrichshafen
CEO Klaus Wellmann are looking forward to the AERO,
2015
Messe Friedrichshafen GmbH
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Sitz der Gesellschaft: Friedrichshafen
Amtsgericht Ulm, HRB 631179
Aufsichtsratsvorsitzender:
Oberbürgermeister Andreas Brand
Geschäftsführer: Klaus Wellmann
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which with more than 630 exhibitors is currently on track to
see a new record. Exhibitors as well as visitors have reason
to be optimistic: "The current situation of the industry is
good, in my view. We can only speculate about what the
effect of the current monetary policy will be. I hope that the
visitors will prefer to invest their money in aircraft rather
than in brokerage accounts,” said a confident Roland Bosch.
The fact that many aviation fans, unsettled by current
finance policy, might be convinced to invest their money in
objects with material value, such as new aircraft, engines,
avionics and accessories, is one of the reasons for the good
mood among AERO organizers. Another reason for the
exhibitors’ favorable business outlook is the drop in fuel
prices, which has also been strongly felt in general aviation.
General aviation includes all civilian aircraft except the
airlines; in the EU this encompasses about 200,000 gliders,
ultralights, powered aircraft and helicopters.
The price of the aviation fuel Avgas, which is used by most
piston-driven aircraft and helicopters, has fallen
significantly in the past few months, as has the price of
Jet-A1, which is used by turboprops and jet aircraft. The
lower fuel prices are also making the training of pilots in all
areas of general aviation less expensive, increasing
training’s attractiveness to young aviators.
However, the various segments of general aviation also
have their differences. Demand continues to be consistently
strong for entry-level aircraft like inexpensive ultralights
and gyrocopters. But there is also good news at the other
end of the aviation spectrum. Long range business jets are
currently in very high demand - delivery times of more than
two years for especially desirable top models are causing a
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stir. In the segments in between, that is in single and
twin-engine piston-driven aircraft, turboprops and light jets,
the picture is more mixed. But here too, exhibitors as well
as visitors are hoping for a rapid ascent for the industry in
the next few months. The fact that the AERO is continuing
to expand and solidify its position as the leading aviation
trade show for general aviation in Europe is demonstrated
by the strong international character of both visitors and
exhibitors. This year, companies from more than 35
countries will be present at the AERO, with a strong
increase in the share of Chinese aircraft manufacturers.
Single and Twin-Engine Aircraft
Single and twin-engine piston-driven aircraft have
effectively been the backbone of general aviation for
decades. In recent years, classic US brands like Cessna,
Piper, Beechcraft and Cirrus have been joined by
enthusiastic challengers from Europe like Diamond and
Slovenia’s Pipistrel. The trend is towards efficient propulsion
- in other words towards diesel engines or motors that are
approved for lead-free biofuel - but also towards more
safety. The new competitors making four-seater
single-engine aircraft like Pipistrel and Flight Design offer
their machines with standard or optional parachute systems,
something that Cirrus Design has shown to be a strong
selling point in this class in the last few years. There is also
movement in the market for twin-engine piston-driven
aircraft: This year diamond is showing off its DA 62, which
like the smaller DA 42 is expected to be a bestseller.
Ultralight, Light Sport and European Light Aircraft
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Ultralight aircraft, gyrocopters and in the future even
helicopters will continue their success stories at the AERO
2015. The recent relaxation of medical examination
requirements, which has been in force since the beginning
of the year and which represents an improvement for
ultralight pilots, will further contribute to their popularity.
Furthermore, in the future, anyone who does not wish to
undergo a medical examination but still enjoy powered
flight will find what they are looking for in the 120 kilogram
class of ultralights. There are now several machines
available in this class, all of them one-seaters, but with
open as well as closed cockpits and in high-wing and
low-wing configurations. These machines combine the joy
of flying with efficient and economic motors at moderate
prices.
Most of the innovations at the AERO will again be found
among the classic ultralights weighing up to 472 kilograms.
They continue to remain highly attractive thanks to low
maintenance costs, an easy-to-obtain pilot’s license and a
high level of safety thanks to standard-equipped parachute
systems. This was also shown by recent figures for
Germany provided by two associations, the Deutscher Aero
Club (DAeC) and the Deutscher Ultraleichtflugverband
(DULV). For example, in 2014 a total of 200
three-axis-controlled ultra-light aircraft were approved for
operation in Germany, compared to only 168 in the year
before.
The ultralights at Lake Constance are likely to get an
additional boost from a future class of helicopter. Whereas
short take-off and landing gyrocopters have been popular in
recent years, a trial of a new ultralight helicopter class
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currently underway in Germany is likely to generate
additional impulses, if it is brought to fruition soon and with
practicable criteria. In France and Italy, ultralight
helicopters have already been approved for operation and
consequently several new manufacturers in the segment
have established themselves in those countries. But in
Germany as well, companies are currently developing or
already testing ultralight helicopters, both with a coaxial
rotor design as well as with a classic tail-rotor design.
Similar to the situation of ultralights in Europe, in the United
States light sport aircraft (LSA) long ago established
themselves as the entry level category of powered flight.
They can be somewhat heavier than European ultralights
and thus can carry more crew or fuel. However, their speed
is limited to approximately 220 kilometers per hour, a
speed that some fast European ultralights exceed by more
than 80 km/h. European manufacturers are very active in
the US market as LSA producers, which is why numerous
LSAs, including some innovations in this class of aircraft,
will be on display at the AERO.
European light aircraft (ELA) are the true European
counterparts to the American LSAs. In terms of payload and
complexity, they are positioned between the ultralights and
the so-called very light aircraft (VLAs) weighing up to 750
kilograms. But unlike American LSAs, operational approval
of ELAs is elaborate and thus expensive. The number of
ELAs in European skies has therefore remained relatively
modest to date. However, it will be possible to see some
established ELAs at Lake Constance.
Business Aviation
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The AERO is playing a more and more important role for the
large business aviation producers, who will be showing their
colors in Friedrichshafen. Diamond will premiere the new
single turbine DA-50 JP7, which made its maiden flight just
a few weeks ago. The turboprop is reportedly capable of
carrying up to seven people and a tundra version is even
suitable for use on unsurfaced runways. In addition to the
single-engine turboprops, this field also includes single and
twin-engine piston driven aircraft, multi-engine turboprops
and the elite class of single and multi-engine business jets.
New challengers like Honda Jet, whose approval is imminent,
the single-engine Cirrus Jet, currently in trial operation, and
the twin-engine Pilatus PC-24 jet, on the verge of its maiden
flight, are also generating additional competition in this
segment. Helicopters, especially turbine-driven models,
also usually fall within the business aviation category.
Several turbine-driven helicopters will be on display at the
AERO. A mockup that is likely to make an appearance at
Lake Constance is certain to generate some very special
interest: Bell will be showing a model of the new
single-turbine 505 Jet Ranger X helicopter, true to scale.
The successor to the famous Jet Ranger made its maiden
flight just a few months ago.
Gliders
Gliders have been an important part of the AERO from the
very beginning, not least because a large number of glider
manufacturers come from Germany or neighboring
countries. The whole spectrum of these silent aircraft will
be presented at the AERO, stretching from ultralight
single-seaters to two-seater "super orchids.” The
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well-known models will be complemented by special
variants such as powered gliders with retractable engines,
folding propellers and even retractable jets.
e-flight-expo
The wondrous visions of the future seen in Friedrichshafen
just a few years ago have now become reality: some
aircraft with electric engines have already made into serial
production. Once again, ecologically and economically
powered aircraft, drones and powered gliders with electric
engines will be on display at the AERO’s sixth e-flight-expo.
Many visitors are especially eager to see the WattsUp,
which is expected to be presented by Pipistrel. This
two-seater with electric drive is primarily redestined for use
in flight schools and has been in serial production since the
beginning of the year. New developments in battery
technology are leading to ever-increasing range for electric
aircraft, increasing their acceptance among pilots.
Sustainability is a topic in China as well: two Chinese
exhibitors have announced their participation in the
e-flight-expo.
Engine Area
For the fourth time, engine systems of all different designs
and technology levels will be front and center at this special
show. Conventional and modern piston-driven diesel and
gasoline engines, turbines and electric drives can be found
here. An additional focus in this area will be engine
management systems as well as alternative fuels, which
are getting more and more attention due to the uncertain
future of the leaded aviation fuel Avgas.
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Avionics Avenue
The end of the transition period to switch to the 8.33 kHz
channel spacing in airplanes and helicopters approved for
VFR operations in about three years’ time means a lot of
attention for manufacturers at the Avionics Avenue special
show. The Standardised European Rules of the Air, in force
since 2014, as well as the newly redefined airspaces are
generating solid demand, especially for GPS producers.
However, this area will also offer pilots and aircraft owners
the opportunity to get information about all of the other
kinds of flight control, management, navigation and
communications systems. For the first time, US
manufacturer Garmin will offer visitors its own lecture
forum as part of Avionics Avenue.
RPAS Expo / Civilian Drones
The new RPAS Expo (Remotely Piloted Aircraft Systems)
celebrated its premiere at the AERO 2014 and this year it is
already necessary to considerably expand the area. The
RPAS expo will offer a comprehensive overview of the
potential applications of these unmanned flying machines.
Many aircraft equipped with the most modern sensor and
measurement technology will be on display. There is
already a wide spectrum of applications for unmanned
aircraft in general aviation. These range from
environmental research to observations of the earth’s
surface to search and rescue work. Civilian drones can be
seen at the AERO both in an indoor flying display as well as
in a specially-created outdoor flight area next to the Trade
Fair Lake at the West Entrance. A UAV-DACH users’
conference will round out this area.
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Premiere of the Aviation and Pilots Competence
Center
A new feature for 2015 will be the Aviation and Pilots
Competence Center. It will serve as a resource center for
pilots and anyone interested in training in the aviation
industry. There will be information as well as training and
continuing education offers from flying schools,
organizations and interest groups, such as the Luftfahrt
Bundesamt, EASA, AOPA, Germany’s National
Meteorological Service (Deutscher Wetterdienst) and
Germany’s air traffic control organization, Deutsche
Flugsicherung. At the same time, the "Be a pilot” campaign
will be taking place. It intends to show young people how
they can secure a career perspective in aviation. Flight
schools, air transport companies and airlines will therefore
be presenting useful knowledge about all of the different
types of ultralight, private and professional pilot’s licenses
for fixed-wing aircraft and helicopters as well as information
about career opportunities in flight.
AERO Conferences
An important pillar of the AERO are the more than 100
presentations, conferences and workshops on current
aviation topics that are part of the AERO Conferences. This
year, Patrick Ky, Executive Director of the European
Aviation Safety Agency (EASA), will visit the AERO for the
first time and answer questions from pilots and
manufacturers in a conference program. At the AERO
Conferences, experts from pilots’ associations like the AOPA,
regulatory authorities and the manufacturers’ associations
GAMA and LAMA as well as many general aviation groups
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will discuss and provide information about legal and
political frameworks, the current state of aviation, and
opportunities for improvement.
Information for visitors arriving in their own aircraft
It is a familiar routine for AERO visitors arriving in their own
aircraft: Like in the past, for the AERO 2015 it will only be
possible to fly into the Friedrichshafen airport by booking a
slot in advance. Slots can be booked at
https://aero-ppr.fly-away.de starting on March 28.
There is also an alternative, at least for all pilots of
ultralight aircraft or powered gliders. The Marktdorf
gliderport, ten kilometers west of the Friedrichshafen
airport, will also be available for takeoffs and landings
during the AERO. There will be a shuttle bus connection
from Marktdorf to the AERO which will run every half-hour.
To ensure better planning, ultralight and powered glider
pilots should register and inform themselves at
www.sfg-markdorf.de.
Tent City at the exhibition grounds
The tent city is now being offered at the AERO for the fourth
year. Anyone who does not want to spend a lot of time
looking for accommodations can spend the night in Hall A1
for a small fee. The tents themselves will be provided by
the fairgrounds; visitors need only bring a sleeping bag.
Tents forr one or two people can be booked online starting
in March.
Opening hours of the AERO from April 15 to 18, 2015:
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Wednesday to Friday 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. and Saturday from 9
a.m. to 5 p.m. More information is available at
www.aero-expo.com.
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