Abu Dhabi Air Expo 2014, the region’s only general aviation exhibition, generated sales revenue of AED 5 billion which is 35 percent higher than last year, Abu Dhabi Airport sources said.

The show also saw a 30 percent increase in attendance, with 16,900 visitors and 175 exhibitors from local, regional and international companies participating.

According to Abu Dhabi Airport sources, various sales in general aviation, including 10 sales by Aeroprakt, the ultra-light planes manufacturer, sale of 3 new SR22 Cirrus Aircraft with GCC specification, more than 10 sales by AutoGyro, the German Gyro Copter announced, sale of 3 aircraft (P2010 and P2008) by Tecnam etc, were took place during the event

“Abu Dhabi Air Expo goes from strength to strength, with over 60 percent more visitors attending compared to the first exhibition two years ago,” said Ali Majed Al-Mansoori, chairman of Abu Dhabi Airports

“The show has thus rapidly established itself as the main industry event within the region in the global aviation calendar. We are delighted that so many exhibitors were able to showcase their products and services at such an iconic and high-profile event,” he said.

“Abu Dhabi Air Expo’s status as the region’s only dedicated private airport is consistent with our broader objective to become a leading global transportation hub. The excellent progress we are making at the Midfield Terminal Complex dovetails perfectly with the growth of Abu Dhabi Air Expo and gives us great confidence for the future” added Al-Mansoori.