In pictures: Dubai Airshow 2017
While a lot has changed within the past 30 years, the dawn of a new millennium has seen unprecedented change in the aviation industry that the Dubai Airshow exhibits. Photo: EPA
(Web Desk) - Starting in 1986 as Arab Air, the Dubai Airshow has grown and evolved to become one of the largest and most important aerospace events in the world.
While a lot has changed within the past 30 years, the dawn of a new millennium has seen unprecedented change in the aviation industry. Helping to bring out that change, the Dubai Airshow has created a world class exhibition showcasing the latest and greatest in military, general and commercial aviation.
The airshow opened on November 12 and will continue till November 16.
A variety of commercial and war aircraft have been put up for display at the Dubai Airshow 2017. Getty Images
Pakistan’s JF Thunder and Super Mushshak are also a part of the exhibition. Photo: Reuters
A view of the Dubai Airshow 2017 that opened on Sunday. Photo: Flickr
Aircraft performing during the Dubai Airshow 2017. Photo: Flickr
Emirates preferred the European company Airbus’s aircraft over that of Boeing. Photo: AFP
Russia’s SU-30 Jet Fighters in a formation on the opening day of the Dubai Airshow 2017. Photo: Flickr
Private jets were also put up for sale at the airshow. Photo: Getty Images
Miniature model aircraft on display at the Dubai Airshow 2017. Photo: Flickr
Other than commercial jets, the Gulf States are interested in purchasing war equipment to enhance their defense. Photo: EPA
