Hey My dear Aviator,
I was in the lucky position to visit the ILA 22 in Berlin. Why is it lucky? Because all visitor tickets were sold before the aerospace exhibition even opened up its gates after a four-year break due to Corona. So for any of my Aviators who did not make it, I have the highlights for you in this article. But I warn you beforehand. There are not too many. In the end, the ILA22 disappointed me a bit. Find out why.



Do not get me wrong. I am not complaining at this point. I am ultimately happy that Berlin and Brandenburg have been hosting the ILA (Internationale Luftfahrt Ausstellung) for many years. It is just a 30-minute drive from my home to get to the exhibition which every aviation enthusiast will enjoy. Just the fact that you get up very close to aircraft you would normally not see, is a thrill.
🎥 MY INSTAGRAM STORY HIGHLIGHT ABOUT THE ILA22 with over 40 slides!!!



The Airbus A350 cockpit
The Static Display ✈️
For me, the static display with different aircraft types is the most exciting part of the exhibition. However, the selection is not that vast and I expected a much bigger display. Additionally, it is not possible for the public to take a step on board, which certainly makes a difference when visiting such an exhibition. I only got to go on board the A350 and BelugaXL because I know someone who knows someone. Otherwise, I would only have been able to see the aircraft from outside. This would have disappointed me a lot, especially as stepping inside of the BelugaXL freighter aircraft was an exceptional experience.

The B707 of the NATO

Cockpit of the NATO B707 surveillance aircraft


Airbus BelugaXL with its open freighter door
The Military Dominated 🪖
The majority of the aircraft at the static display belonged to the military. Besides fighter jets fabricators, the German military, the US military and NATO displayed their flying equipment. Of course, it is interesting to see, because when do you get to go on board a Boeing 707 of the NATO or take a seat inside a Tornado jet?! Personally, my aviation heart would have opened up more with future aircraft models, mock-ups and new civil aeroplanes.

German Chancellor Olaf Scholz opening the ILA22


Top Gun feeling inside a Tornado fighter jet
Emirates Did It Right Again 💺
I think without Emirates there would not have been a commercial airline displaying one of their jets. Emirates came with their last delivered A380 and everyone willing to wait in a long queue was invited to step on board and visit the entire aircraft with its four different classes. Why four? Emirates now has a sleek new Premium Economy Class which settles between Economy and Business Class. The entire cabin has got a design touch up and of course the Sky bar on the upper deck is, besides the cockpit, the best part of the King of the Skies.

The last A380 ordered by Emirates

The new Premium Economy Class of Emirates

Great outlook: Emirates is searching for crew again!
My Wish For ILA In 2024 🌈
Please ILA get bigger and better in two years. Airbus needs to open up their aeroplanes to visitors. They are also their clients who want to see the latest innovations and also want to hear about them. In order to improve the passenger experience, prospective flyers should be invited to enter the aeroplanes.



New innovations in the Airspace cabin of the A350
This Could Be Upgraded 🌟
- Even though the ILA motto is #Pioneering Aerospace, I didn’t really get to discover this on the static display. I would have liked to see more mockups, future aeroplanes and innovations. The same A350 was displayed four years ago and I did not notice any major updates in the cabin.
- I want to see more civil aviation and more aeroplanes showing their latest innovations which the public are able to touch and experience in real life in an airshow.
- Don’t be so old-fashioned ILA in 2 years. We are in the 21st century and aviation is still a fascinating branch. However, it needs the approval and support of society, as environmental protection becomes more and more essential. That’s why I believe such exhibitions can be so much more informative, entertaining and special to their visitors.
- Another wish for 2024 is that Emirates finally operates to and from Berlin Brandenburg airport by then.
I hope you enjoyed my blog post “What I Did Not Like About The ILA22?” Do not get me wrong I am not here to spread any bad vibes. I just want to get new and fresh impulses for the future. Like I hear your critics about me, I am sharing my constructive feedback about topics.
Please like my blog post and leave me a comment with your opinion.
Happy and safe landings!
Your PilotPatrick
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My dearest captain @Pilot Patrick yes i watch about #ILA22 of you i watch all stories of you love it so much ❤ the most you dont want the one your sad (i sad too) no available anymore but anyway you enjoyed the visiting in there( emmirates) have a blessed sunday
My dearest captain @Pilot Patrick yes i watch about #ILA22 of you i watch all stories of you love it so much ❤ the most you dont want the one your sad (i sad too) no available anymore but anyway you enjoyed the visiting in there( emmirates) have a blessed sunday
Kapitan patrick really love your blog♥️♥️tke cre..
Above all else Pilot you got the opportunity to excess and explore the exhibition amongst your aviators who did not as said, that goes to say a lot(“,. Your passion.vision for the aviation space is contagious and thrilling altogether, you should consider being apart of the organizing committee or something along those lines. But do bear in mind that everything will happen when it should and as it should, a little more patience will do no harm.Look forward to the next ILA blog already.
Hello,
My hot captain,
Your blog is amazing, l love your blog. #ILA22 is the beautiful story. This story cover is awesome. I love❤️ you so much my captain. God bless you, have enjoy your nice sunday.
Nice blog post as always ! Loved that the constructive feedback as a little input from your ILA 22 experience .
It’s always excited for me to see different variety of aircraft . I personally love all kind of aeroplanes fightjets . Definitely agree with you that we would love to see more the pioneering aerospace !! Just love it !! To experience more the high technology in aviation industry to touch and feel the impressive innovation !! Maybe you should attend the coming air show in Paris at Le Bourget airport or come to States sure you know we have more bigger air shows all year round and it’s all mind blowing !! I recently attended one it was fantastic !! Next time I need Maverick sunglasses to go 🙂
About A380 as i know they’re coming back as the sudden overwhelmed flying demand after pandemic . Even though they’re high fuel price but they’d be back soon for aviation operation !! Danke your lovely blog post here !! I love it so much !! Love all beautiful fotos in blog !!
Hi, Captain gogerous . it’s great to have the opportunity to explore the variety of aircraft at the international air show. Your article is very good, the good points and limitations at the exhibition are written clearly and objectively by you. Your constructive feedback is great for future airshow improvements. I love to read your blog. Have a nice Sunday, Lovely Captain
I wish may see more New Big commercial planes , like Emirates and another aircraft.. but Emirates A380 always on my heart HMMMMM the Bussiness class really spoil their passangers.. look at the big seat until you can sleep so tight.. that sooo amazing to walk around inside the plane and see the cockpit. But i really curious with that Beluga planes.. its soooo cute planes.. imagine like a fish fly on the sky.. awesome.. i want to sit inside that Beluga and fly..
Thanks for ur blog, always interesting my dear
I share your 2024 wish re Emirates finally operating DXB-BER. Was great seeing you at ILA.
Wow! For the first time in my life I have the desire to know new places and understand about aviation. My whole life has been at my hometown with small visits to some places but looking at your daily post and your blog make me wonder about the entire world. Thank you. P.D. Great review.
Ich war auch dort und ich war ebenfalls enttäuscht von der Präsenz des Militärs.
Dear Patrick
Talking (complaining ) about Airbus: Just drop me a line in case you are in EDHI once. We might line up for a coffee.
Cheers
Daniel
It’s a constructive criticism and its good for those who are open minded. You just give them better ideas for better innovation to match up with the fast paced environment in aviation. Thanks a lot for it
A very informative and interesting blog post. As a blogger, it is important to balance your experiences truthfully. I respect you for that ~ always!
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