Boeing to Showcase Global Programs and Partnerships at Farnborough International Airshow
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Boeing (NYSE: BA) will showcase its commercial, defense and services portfolio at the Farnborough International Airshow in Farnborough, United Kingdom, starting July 20, 2026. The company plans to highlight engineering, development programs, new capabilities and long-term global partnerships, including its more than 85-year presence in the UK.
Key attractions include the first Farnborough static display of the uncrewed MQ-28 Ghost Bat, a full-size 777X cabin interior, and a T-7 fighter trainer flight deck simulator in the Boeing Exhibit Pavilion (C‑620) and at BAE’s Pavilion (Hall 5). Additional displays feature a U.S. Army CH-47F Chinook and a UK Joint Aviation Command CH-47. Boeing will also present services offerings and its Cascade Climate Impact Model for sustainable aviation pathways.
Boeing leaders will join panels at the Aerospace Global Forum from July 20‑22, covering sustainability financing, supply chain, and technology. Multiple media briefings will address the MQ‑28, commercial market outlook, P‑8 operations, and 777X product overviews, with aircraft tours and WhatsApp schedule updates available for accredited media.
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News Market Reaction – BA
In the Jul 13 session, BA declined 3.05%, reflecting a moderate negative market reaction.
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Previous Partnership Reports
| Date | Event | Sentiment | 24h Move | Catalyst |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jun 09 | Air show partnership showcase | Positive | +3.2% | Showcased innovations and partnerships at 2025 Paris Air Show |
24h Move is the share-price change in the day after each event; other market factors may also have contributed.
Prior partnership-focused air show participation coincided with a modestly positive one-day share reaction.
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- MQ-28 Ghost Bat to make Farnborough debut
- Commercial products on display include an interactive exhibit featuring a full-size 777X cabin section
- Defense systems at the show include a CH-47 Chinook on static display and a T-7 flight simulator in the Boeing Exhibit Pavillion
FARNBOROUGH,
"Every day is an opportunity to continue building trust as we focus on safety, quality and on-time performance," said Kelly Ortberg, Boeing president and chief executive officer. "At Farnborough, we look forward to reconnecting with our customers and suppliers, and strengthening our international partnerships — including Boeing's more than 85‑year commitment to the
For the first time, the uncrewed MQ-28 Ghost Bat collaborative combat aircraft — designed to augment crewed aircraft by performing roles such as surveillance, electronic warfare and force multiplication — will debut on static display at the airshow.
Displays and Experiences
Visitors to the Boeing exhibit (C-620) will experience immersive and interactive product and technology displays including a full-size 777X interior section with its wider cabin and spacious architecture. The exhibit will also feature the T-7 flight deck simulator, providing a hands-on experience of the fighter trainer's performance and capabilities. BAE's Pavillion (Hall 5) will also have a T-7 simulator available for media visits.
Boeing will highlight its services offerings for government and commercial customers including parts, modifications, cabin products, digital services and training solutions. The exhibit will also host the Boeing Cascade Climate Impact Model, a data-modeling and visualization tool that evaluates pathways to make aviation more sustainable as the industry grows.
Boeing products on display will include:
- Boeing MQ-28 Ghost Bat
U.S . Army CH-47F ChinookUK Joint Aviation Command CH-47 Chinook.
Conference Speakers and Engagements
Boeing leaders will participate in the following panel discussions at the airshow. Access the latest full agenda here: FIA2026 What's On
Mon. July 20 | 13:15 – 14:00 | Aerospace Global Forum Finance Summit | Hall 3 – AGN Theatre 1
- Allison Melia, vice president Global Enterprise Sustainability, Aerospace Sustainability – Financing SAF
Tues. July 21 | 12:00 – 12:50 | Aerospace Global News Session | Hall 3 - AGN Theatre 1
- William Ampofo II, vice president, Parts & Distribution and Supply Chain, Powering the Global A&D Supply Ecosystem
Wed. July 22 | 10:15 – 11:00 | Aerospace Global Forum Technology Summit | Hall 3 – AGN Theatre 1
- Lane Ballard, chief technology officer, CTOs Panel
Media Opportunities
Boeing will host media briefings, engagements and aircraft tours during the show.
Tuesday, July 21
- 11:15-12:00: MQ-28 Ghost Bat Media Briefing, by Glen Ferguson, MQ-28 global program director and Tim Flood, senior director, Business Development for
Europe andAmericas , Boeing Defense, Space & Security- Location: Boeing Media Hub (C206)
- 12:00-12:45: Commercial Market Update & Product Briefing, by Darren Hulst, vice president, Commercial Marketing, Boeing Commercial Airplanes
- Location: Boeing Media Hub (C206)
Wednesday, July 22
- 10:00-10:45: P-8 Media Briefing, Captain (N) Broder Nielsen, Commanding Officer German Naval Aviation, to share insights and lessons learned from operating the P-8A Poseidon since its entry into service, alongside Turbo Sjogren, vice president and general manager of Boeing Global Services-Government Services and Tim Flood, senior director, Business Development for
Europe andAmericas , Boeing Defense, Space & Security- Location: Boeing Media Hub (C206)
777X product overviews are available at 12:00 on July 20 and July 22 and at 11:00 on July 21. Media can also request visits to the MQ-28 and CH-47 in the
Boeing will provide updates to its daily schedule, customer announcements and media engagements via WhatsApp. If you would like to be added to our WhatsApp list to receive updates, please email Airshow@exchange.boeing.com and WhatsApp +1 312 783 9708.
For more information about Boeing activities at the show, visit: http://boeing.com/farnborough and follow @boeing @boeingairplanes @boeingdefense on X and Boeing on LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram and YouTube. Visit our Media Room for news releases, feature stories and a link to our multimedia library with downloadable photos, video and other assets to support coverage.
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