The Saudi Aviation Club today announced details of the General Aviation Airshow 2025 "Sand and Fun", which is held under the esteemed patronage of His Royal Highness Prince Faisal bin Bandar bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, Governor of Riyadh. The conference featured high-level attendance, including His Royal Highness Prince Sultan bin Salman bin Abdulaziz, Founder and Chairman of the Saudi Aviation Club, and His Excellency Dr. Ahmed bin Fahad AlFahid, Member of the Board of Directors and General Supervisor of the Club. They revealed the key features of the new edition of the airshow, which will take place from November 25 to 29, 2025, at Al Thumamah Airport in Riyadh, aiming to draw over 200,000 visitors to enjoy the entertainment zones for both children and adults.
His Royal Highness Prince Sultan bin Salman bin Abdulaziz and His Excellency Dr. Ahmed bin Fahad AlFahid shared what visitors expect to witness in this year’s airshow, with rich and inspiring experiences blending spectacular aerial displays with deep educational content, including:
· Aerial Displays (Sky Ventures): Features over 90 dazzling air displays, including performances by the Saudi and global teams, and specialized nightly shows illuminating the Riyadh sky.
· Static Displays: These displays offer a unique and direct experience for aviation enthusiasts, allowing visitors to get up close with a collection of iconic aircrafts and explore their complex details firsthand. Visitors will have the opportunity to engage directly with pilots and engineers, learning the secrets of the aviation world and taking memorable photos in this exciting and educational environment.
· Exhibitions: The Exhibitions serve as a vital business hub and strategic center within the airshow, featuring over 100 leading exhibitors showcasing the latest technologies and innovations in the general aviation sector. This zone is dedicated to technical and commercial aspects, facilitating high-value partnerships and supporting joint ventures between local and international companies, in alignment with the Kingdom’s economic development goals.
· Hangar Talks: "Hangar Talks" host elite experts and Saudi astronauts to discuss the future of sustainable general aviation and advanced technologies such as electric vertical take-off and landing aircrafts (eVTOLs), autonomous aircrafts, and artificial intelligence applications.
· Learning and Entertainment (Aviatainment Zone): The zone is dedicated to "Learning Through Wonder", offering virtual reality simulators, workshops for building aircraft models and engines, and interactive cockpit tours with pilots and experts.
In a step emphasizing the social dimension of the initiative and celebrating the 25th anniversary of the Saudi Aviation Club, His Royal Highness Prince Sultan bin Salman announced a special initiative to promote inclusivity and celebrate all members of society, offering complimentary admission to people with disabilities and children under the age of six.
This step underscores the airshow's social dimension and its commitment to providing comprehensive accessibility facilities and ensuring a seamless experience at Al Thumamah Airport, making general aviation a shared passion for every member of society.
His Royal Highness Prince Sultan bin Salman bin Abdulaziz, Founder and Chairman of the Saudi Aviation Club, affirmed that: “The Saudi Aviation Club's journey of twenty-five years is a living embodiment of the unlimited support we receive from the Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques and the Crown Prince - may God protect them - which has transformed general aviation from a specialized interest into a strategic sector driving growth in the Kingdom. Last year's Airshow served as a powerful testament to our growing influence on the world stage, attracting over 120,000 attendees from 90 countries.
The presence of 3,000 international visitors and 30 expert speakers underscores the event's global significance. Looking forward, the Kingdom’s commitment to investing in the aerospace sector will ensure our nation remains a premier global hub for fostering innovation and empowering talent”.
The airshow is an essential hub for networking, having attracted over 100 exhibitors and more than 3,000 VIP visitors and international delegations in its previous edition.
Furthermore, the signing of new agreements and Memoranda of Understanding (MoUs) focused on vital areas was confirmed, including the Saudi Ballooning Federation.
In the context of reinforcing the airshow’s status as a vital business and partnership platform, the club also announced the joining of Cluster2 and the General Authority of Civil Aviation, along with Health Holding Company and Al Eqtisadiah newspaper as strategic partners and sponsors.
This reflects the integration between the public and private sectors to drive growth in line with Saudi Vision 2030.
About the Saudi Aviation Club (SAC)
The Saudi Aviation Club (SAC) was established by resolution #217 of the Council of Ministers on 8/9/1421H (4/12/2000). SAC was created as an independent nonprofit entity to promote Aeronautical Sciences and develop the General Aviation & Airsports in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. H.R.H. Prince Sultan bin Salman bin Abdulaziz is the founder and chairman of Saudi Aviation Club. SAC works under the umbrella of General Authority of Civil Aviation (GACA) and operates from Thumamah Airport which is approximately 60 Kilometers north of Riyadh.
About the General Aviation Airshow Sand and Fun
The first general aviation airshow in Saudi Arabia that brings together innovation, culture, and adventure in an extraordinary showcase. This is more than just an airshow; it is a global gathering where aviation enthusiasts, industry leaders, and families come together to celebrate the future of aviation. The General Aviation Airshow Sand and Fun is all about inspiring innovation, fostering connections, and creating opportunities to soar to new heights.
