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Last Updated: 01:15EST NOV 17 2025 by Tom Boon
Two years after the 2023 
Dubai Airshow, the 2025 edition of the show is now here! Simple Flying will be on the ground at the airshow, bringing you the latest news from orders to exclusive interviews.
This page will be updated throughout the week with the latest news, including links to further coverage from our team on the ground and in the office. Be sure to pin this page and come back for the latest updates.
Flying Schedule – Monday 17th November
Monday, November 17th, 01:15 EST | 10:00 Local
The flying display for day one has been released. Expect to see these aircraft in the skies above Dubai World Central Airport today (all times local):
|
Aircraft |
Start Time |
End Time |
|---|---|---|
|
UAE Airline Flypast |
13:30 |
13:37 |
|
Al Fursan |
13:37 |
14:06 |
|
Joby eVTOL |
14:06 |
14:15 |
|
Rafale |
14:15 |
14:26 |
|
B-52 |
14:26 |
14:29 |
|
Boeing 777X |
14:44 |
14:52 |
|
UAE F16 |
14:52 |
15:00 |
|
Surya Kiran |
15:00 |
15:30 |
|
COMAC C919 |
15:30 |
15:38 |
|
US F16 |
15:38 |
15:48 |
|
KA 52 |
15:48 |
15:55 |
|
Sukhoi 57 |
15:55 |
16:03 |
|
Bader 250 |
16:03 |
16:11 |
|
Mir 2000-9 |
16:11 |
16:20 |
|
Airbus A350 |
16:20 |
16:29 |
|
TEJAS |
16:29 |
16:37 |
|
P8 |
16:37 |
16:40 |
|
Marche Verte |
16:40 |
17:10 |
Emirates Chooses Starlink
Monday, November 17th, 00:30 EST | 09:30 Local
Home airline 
Emirates has gotten in early with its first announcement. The airline has revealed that it is adding Starlink WiFi to 232 aircraft from its Boeing 777 and Airbus A380 fleets. The first antennas have already been installed with Emirates showing off the tech at Dubai Airshow before it enters passenger service next week.
Read More: Emirates To Equip 200+ Aircraft With Starlink Internet
Running 5K Around The Parked Airplanes
Sunday, November 16th, 04:50 EST | 13:50 Local
This year, there are some new additions to the Airshow. On Tuesday, for example, the airshow will be open until 21:00 to allow for post-show networking and featuring a drone show. Another new feature this year was the ‘Runway Run’, a 5km run around the airshow site open to pre-registered members of the public.
Simple Flying writer Abid Habib donned his running shoes and took part in the run on Sunday morning. He has written up a review of his experience.
Read More: We Ran 5K Around The Aircraft At Dubai Airshow
Airbus Vs. Boeing: What To Expect At The Dubai Airshow
Saturday, November 15th, 03:10 EST | 12:10 Local
Airbus and Boeing, the traditional aviation competitors, will both have a big presence at the 2025 Dubai Airshow. Order rumors are already starting to roll in for both of the aerospace giants. Ahead of the airshow opening its doors on Monday, the Simple Flying team took a look at what to expect!
Read More: Airbus Vs. Boeing: What To Expect At The Dubai Airshow
Etihad Order Rumors
Thursday, October 30th, 11:30 EST
Etihad is reportedly gearing up to order more Airbus A350s and also add the A330neo to its fleet. Etihad formerly operated the ceo version of the Airbus A330. The airline has 11 outstanding Airbus A350-1000 orders.
Read More: Etihad Airways In Talks With Airbus Over Potential A350 & A330neo Order
Resource: The Aircraft Confirmed At This Year’s Airshow
Friday, November 14th, 08:00 EST | 17:00 Local
This year’s Dubai Airshow has a diverse range of aircraft due to attend, from regular attendees such as the Boeing 777X, to aircraft making their Dubai Airshow debut, such as the COMAC C909 and C919.
See the full list: The Aircraft Set To Amaze At The 2025 Dubai Airshow
What do you make of the 2025 Dubai Airshow so far? Get in touch at editorial@simpleflying.com.
