BERLIN, June 10 (Xinhua) -- The International Aerospace Exhibition, also known as ILA Berlin, opened on Wednesday, with drones and European defense cooperation in focus.
Organizers said in a press release that more than 750 exhibitors from 37 countries are presenting innovations and future technologies across the aviation, space and defense sectors at this year's event.
Drones are among the key topics at the exhibition, with ILA Berlin setting up a dedicated Drone Pavilion. German news agency dpa reported that the future direction of European defense cooperation is also likely to be discussed, following setbacks in a multi-billion-euro Franco-German fighter jet project.
The program also includes political forums and flight demonstrations featuring military and civilian aircraft. Around 100 aircraft are scheduled to be displayed on the ground and in the air, including the German Heron TP, the Airbus Beluga, the Emirates A380 and the AW249 helicopter.
Held every two years, ILA Berlin is one of Europe's major aerospace trade shows. This year's event runs through June 14. ■