EUROPEAN ROTORS is Europe’s leading vertical aviation trade show and safety conference for rotorcraft and VTOL aircraft, bringing together operators, regulators, manufacturers, suppliers, innovators, and the next generation to advance the future of vertical flight.

The show is owned by the European Helicopter Association (EHA), endorsed by European Union Aviation Safety Agency (EASA), and powered by Vertical Aviation International (VAI)and the EUROPEAN ROTORS team.

Attracting over 5,000 attendees each year, the show features a major exhibition with more than 260 exhibitors, aircraft on display, a comprehensive technical and educational programme, safety demonstrations, and dedicated networking and business opportunities —all designed to foster collaboration, operational excellence, sustainability, and innovation across the industry.

In 2026, EUROPEAN ROTORS will take place in Lyon, France, for the first time, hosted by the French Helicopter Association (Union Française de l’Hélicoptère).

Keys Highlights:

- Comprehensive Exhibition: Organisers expect more than 200 exhibitors to display products and services across the vertical aviation industry, including helicopters, drones, maintenance solutions, avionics, training systems, and operational support technologies.  Attendees will have access to aircraft displays, product demonstrations, and direct engagement with manufacturers, suppliers, and service providers.

- High-Level Conferences: EUROPEAN ROTORS 2026 will offer a broad conference programme focused on safety, regulation, technology, sustainability, workforce development, and operational performance. Sessions will feature industry experts, policymakers, operators, and thought leaders addressing the issues shaping the future of vertical flight.

- Safety Leadership: The EASA Rotorcraft Symposium will remain a core element of the event, underscoring the role of EUROPEAN ROTORS as a safety-focused platform for the European vertical aviation community.

- Educational Programme: The event will include training courses, workshops, and educational sessions developed with leading aviation experts and training organisations. Topics will include pilot training, maintenance practices, safety management, regulatory requirements, workforce development, and emerging aviation trends. Alongside this, a dedicated Career Day will inspire the next generation to consider careers in the sector.