Bigger crowds offset slow sales at ILA 2002
ILA has doubled in size since it moved to Berlin Schoenefeld Airport from Hanover 10 years ago.

ILA has doubled in size since it moved to Berlin Schoenefeld Airport from Hanover 10 years ago. Opening on May 6, this year’s event attracted 1,067 exhibitors from 40 countries (up from 941 at ILA 2000) and 340 aircraft. During the first three days 90,000 trade visitors attended the event, 6,000 more than expected.
German Chancellor Gerhard Schroder opened the show. “ILA is an important gateway for the aerospace industry. It clearly indicates that Germany is and will remain a vital center for the development of aviation and space flight,” he said, adding that the federal government will continue to lend financial support to vital aviation and space programs.

While Boeing did not attend ILA this year, some of its aircraft were on display, including a C-17 Globemaster III nicknamed The Spirit of Berlin, Spanish air force F/A-18Cs and a re-engined 707-300.

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