Exhibit Bookings Exceeding Original Expectations

The team organizing the 18th annual AERO international aviation trade show says they expect the event will be better than ever, with exhibitor numbers exceeding initial expectations.

Project Manager Thomas Grunewald has expressed strong confidence in the trade show, to be held on the grounds of Messe Friedrichshafen April 8th to the 11th. "We asked exhibitors at AERO 2007 whether they wanted an annual event," he says. "Around 330 said yes, and in 2010 we'll be playing host to some 400 companies." There has also been a further increase in international participation, Grunewald adds. "We're delighted that despite the initial skepticism, particularly in the German market, a significant proportion of the world's leading general aviation companies will be represented."
As a highly effective marketing tool, AERO has enjoyed strong exhibitor loyalty over the years. "Many customers see this as a reason to attend despite the difficult economic situation," Grunewald continued.

In a related development, AERO claims to be the world's first aviation trade show to include an 'e-flight' component, which will once again be organized in conjunction with the World Directory of Leisure Aviation. The E stands for ecological, electrical, and evolutionary, and the component will include a program of presentations on new technologies, and showcase the latest developments in alternative propulsion. Glider manufacturers will also be on hand.

As in previous years, visitors will be treated to air shows both Saturday and Sunday. The shows will feature new aircraft, vintage double-deckers, aerobatics performances, flying formations and legendary historic aircraft.

FMI: www.aero-expo.com.