2017 FAI World Fly-in Expo: a mega-event in Wuhan, China
The first edition of the FAI World Fly-in Expo (WFE) will be held from 4 to 7 November 2017 in Wuhan, China. The event promises to be a mega-event with more than 1000 pilots, athletes, coaches and referees from more than 30 countries to take part in the air shows and competitions. It will feature 788 aircraft - 588 for the air shows and 200 for the exhibition.
100 exhibitors from general aviation companies and other air sports federations, clubs and enterprises will be present.
Organised by the Wuhan Economic and Technical Developing Zone (Hannan District Government) and the Wuhan Sport Bureau, the event aims at promoting air sports and economic activities locally, nationally and internationally.
FAI, as the world governing body for air sports, will be one of the hosts of the event. An FAI Delegation led by FAI President Frits Brink will attend the event.