The Farnborough Air Show will open amid war in Europe and uncertainty over the White House. Eric Fanning of the Aerospace Industries Association expects discussions on NATO and Ukraine at the show in late July.
The U.S. is navigating geopolitical competition, military aid decisions, and supply chain challenges. Allies will discuss weapon development, industrial base challenges, and cooperation.
At Farnborough, a large U.S. delegation will meet with foreign counterparts. The U.S. Air Force will showcase aircraft like the F-35 and B-52 bomber at the event.
Russia is banned from the show due to its invasion of Ukraine. China may showcase defense products, including the Comac 919 airliner.
Israel and major defense firms will be present. Ongoing conflicts, like the war in the Middle East, may impact talks at the airshow.
