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The 2019 edition of Helitech International (to be known as the&nbsp;Vertical Flight Expo &amp; Conference) will be held at Farnborough International’s recently launched Exhibition &amp; Conference Centre, a newly built permanent structure for exhibitions. Helitech International—Europe’s largest event for the rotorcraft industry—takes place annually, alternating between London and Amsterdam’s RAI Amsterdam Exhibition and Convention Centre.

 


Michael Watton, Farnborough International Exhibition &amp; Conference Centre’s venue director, said, “Farnborough is internationally recognized for its role at the center of the aerospace industry. We’re thrilled to welcome Helitech International to our new exhibition and conference center. There is no better backdrop to showcase the best, the latest, and the most innovative helicopters than here at the birthplace of British aviation, with a great venue that will enable the industry to meet, do business, and grow.”

 


Teresa Heitor, Helitech International’s event manager, pointed out, “Farnborough International has a long history, rich in pioneering heritage and presenting cutting-edge innovations. We’re looking forward to welcoming the very best of the rotorcraft industry to our new UK home next year, where they will find facilities better suited to our industry requirements.”

 


The new venue is just 30 minutes from London’s Heathrow Airport and 35 minutes from London Waterloo by train&nbsp;and will provide exhibitors with enhanced facilities to showcase their latest products. The airfield location will facilitate live product demonstrations and displays as well as customer demonstration and test flights.

 


To&nbsp;maximize the potential of the new airfield location Helitech International has confirmed that it will subsidize landing fees for all exhibitors and visitors.

 


Tim Fauchon, CEO of the British Helicopter Association, said that the association “welcomes the move of Helitech International to Farnborough to showcase the capabilities of the European helicopter industry and offer the industry a great venue—and airfield—to demonstrate the latest technologies and innovation. We look forward to joining rotorcraft professionals at the new venue in 2019.”

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