Press Release

Issued by Abu Dhabi Air Expo.

August 9, 2011

Al Bateen Executive Airport and Adone Events Organisation announced today the launch of the only general aviation exhibition in the Middle East.

Located in the heart of the capital of the United Arab Emirates, Abu Dhabi Air Expo will be the first important aviation trade show of the year. Indeed, mild temperatures and excellent weather in early March will enable many pilots and aircraft owners to discover what's new in general aviation.

From ultralights to transcontinental jets, including an array of services such as flight schools, equipment, and financing; players in the sector will gather each year to share their latest innovations.

With an increase in overall aircraft sales of more than 35% in only two years for all segments (Piston aircraft, Turboprops, Jets), and a nearly 10% share of the global market, the Middle East is the only region experiencing such strong growth.

"Al Bateen Airport experienced a 40% increase in jet traffic over the first 6 months of this year compared to last year. With more and more requests from aircraft operators to establish their businesses here, it is logical for us to respond to this demand by creating a major international general aviation event," said Stephen K. Jones, General Manager at Al Bateen Executive Airport.

"Our expertise in aviation exhibitions and communications enables us to propose an event that is affordable for manufacturers and interesting for visitors. Effectively, over the last six years with the Cannes Airshow we have created a unique event where all of the exhibitors are gathered on the static display alongside their aircraft. The largest manufacturers in general aviation put their trust in us each year in Cannes to attract a large audience of potential buyers; without a doubt Abu Dhabi Air Expo will bring the most dynamic companies together each year!" asserted Didier Mary, CEO of Adone Events Organisation.

Nearly 70,000 sqm of exhibition space with over 150 aircraft on static display and nearly 300 brands and distributors will offer their products and services to an expected 15,000 visitors from throughout the region including the United Arab Emirates as well as Saudi Arabia, Qatar, Oman, Kuwait, Bahrain, Egypt, Jordan, Lebanon, Syria, Sudan, South Sudan, Morocco, Yemen, Tunisia and Algeria without forgetting India, Japan, China, South Africa, Russia and Turkey; a wider array of choices than has ever been presented to date.

Abu Dhabi Air Expo will take place from March 6, 7, 8, 2012.