What we’re watching for at the 2026 Farnborough Airshow
From new developments in Europe’s quest for a sixth-generation fighter jet to diversifying interest in drone production, Breaking Defense Editor-in-Chief Aaron Mehta and Senior Reporter Valerie Insinna review what’s on our radar ahead of the high-profile Farnborough International Airshow, hosted every two years in the United Kingdom.
We’ll have a team on the ground so stay tuned for daily developments beginning next week, including reporting, daily videos and numerous photos from around the exhibition.
The Farnborough International Airshow in the United Kingdom will highlight advancements in sixth-generation fighter jets and increased interest in drone production. A team will be present to provide daily updates, including reports, videos, and photos from the exhibition.
- The Farnborough International Airshow will showcase developments in sixth-generation fighter jets.
- There is a growing interest in drone production in Europe.
- The event will take place in the United Kingdom in 2026.