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7–9 Aug 2026
Abbotsford International Airshow
Abbotsford International Airport (YXX) · Abbotsford, Canada
- Dates
- Fri, 7 August 2026 – Sun, 9 August 2026
- Venue
- Abbotsford International Airport (YXX)
- Location
- Abbotsford, Canada
- Organizer
- Abbotsford International Airshow Society
- Cost
- paid
- Scale
- major
- Recurrence
- annual
- Format
- On-site
Market intel
Moderate pricingmedium confidence
The 2026 edition featured a strong RCAF presence across fixed-wing and rotary platforms alongside civilian aerobatic and Red Bull performers, with the MiG-17F making a notable appearance.
- The event drew approximately 80,000 visitors despite regional wildfire conditions, underscoring its resilience as Canada's flagship public airshow.
- Exhibitor and vendor participation centres on aviation, aerospace, community, and food vendors rather than a formal defence-industry trade floor.
Notable exhibitors
Canadian Forces Snowbirds (RCAF 431 Air Demonstration Squadron)CF-18 Hornet Tactical Demonstration Team (RCAF)Canadian Forces Skyhawks (Parachute Team)RCAF CH-148 CycloneRCAF CC-130J Super HerculesRCAF CH-149 Cormorant SARRed Bull Air Force (Skydive Team, Aerobatics, Helicopter)Fighterjets Inc. (MiG-17F Fresco 2-ship display)
AI-researched Tue, 25 August 2026. Estimates from public sources. Verify with the organizer.
Why it matters
Abbotsford is the highest-profile public showcase for Canadian and allied military aviation capability in Western Canada, drawing ~80,000–125,000 spectators and generating over CAD $6 million in regional economic activity annually.
- For defence SMEs and aerospace suppliers, the event offers direct access to RCAF demonstration teams, military procurement audiences, and a large cross-border (Canada/US Pacific Northwest) defence-aware public.
- The STEM zone and Aviation Workshop for Women also signal a pipeline-development angle relevant to workforce-focused defence primes and institutions.
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About
Canada's National Airshow, held annually at Abbotsford International Airport in British Columbia since 1962, is the country's largest airshow.
- The three-day event features world-class military and civilian aerial performers including the RCAF Snowbirds, CF-18 Hornet Tactical Demo, and international aerobatic acts, alongside over 350,000 sq ft of static aircraft displays.
- A Friday twilight show with drone displays and fireworks complements full flying programmes on Saturday and Sunday.
- The event also hosts an interactive STEM zone, food trucks, and community exhibits.
Topics
AirUAS / DronesISR & SensorsSimulation & TrainingAutonomy & Robotics
Who it's for
PrimesSMEsInstitutions
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