The Bucharest International Air Show – BIAS 2026 takes place on August 28 and 29 at Bucharest Băneasa–Aurel Vlaicu International Airport and ROMAERO.
Now in its 16th edition, Romania’s largest aviation show brings together more than 200 military and civilian participants from Romania and abroad. The programme includes international aerobatic teams, fighter aircraft, Romanian military aviation, commercial aircraft, parachuting, historic aircraft, a large Static Display and activities for visitors of all ages.
BIAS 2026 is dedicated to Romanian aviation pioneer Traian Vuia, marking 120 years since his first flight with a self-propelled aircraft.
Admission is free!
BIAS 2026: Date and Location
Dates: August 28–29, 2026
Location: Bucharest Băneasa–Aurel Vlaicu International Airport and ROMAERO
Admission: Free
The airport is located in northern Bucharest, close to Băneasa Shopping City and approximately 9 kilometres from the city centre.
BIAS 2026 Schedule
BIAS 2026 Schedule
Friday, August 28 – Training Day
Public access is available between 14:30 and 18:30 for the official training flights, exhibition area and Static Display. After 18:30, no new visitors will be admitted, but those already inside may remain until the public programme ends at 20:00.
15:00:
- Turkish Stars – Turkish Air Force;
- F/A-18 Hornet – Spanish Air and Space Force;
- Rafale Solo Display – French Air and Space Force;
- Pilatus PC-9M – Slovenian Air Force;
- Grob G120TP – Grob Aircraft SE;
- White Wings – Romanian Aeroclub;
- S-70M Black Hawk tactical demonstration with the General Aviation Inspectorate and SIAS.
17:30:
- Panavia Tornado – German Air Force;
- Eurofighter Typhoon – German Air Force;
- C-27J Spartan flying in formation with an IAR-330 Puma – Romanian Air Force.
18:30:
- Frecce Tricolori – Italian Air Force;
- The Pelicans – Romanian Aeroclub;
- Hawks of Romania – Romanian Aeroclub.
19:45 – IAR-330 Puma – Romanian Air Force.
19:55 – Solo Fox – Romanian Aeroclub.
20:00 – End of the public training programme and closure of the exhibition.
Saturday, August 29 – Main Air Show
08:00 – Public access opens.
09:00–09:30 – “Slow Start” with light and ultralight aircraft, followed by the Doomstrikers motorcycle parade.
09:45–10:00 – Official opening ceremony.
10:00:
- Official start of BIAS 2026;
- F-16 Fighting Falcon, IAR-330 Puma, C-27J Spartan and C-130 Hercules – Romanian Air Force;
- Extra 330SC – Romanian Aeroclub;
- C-27J Spartan – Romanian Air Force;
- Blue Wings parachuting display;
- White Wings – Romanian Aeroclub.
11:00:
- Hawks of Romania;
- C-130 Hercules parachuting display;
- Eurofighter Typhoon – German Air Force;
- Jurgis Kairys – Lithuania;
- S-70M Black Hawk tactical demonstration.
12:30:
- TAROM Boeing 737 flying in formation with Hawks of Romania;
- Iacării Acrobați;
- Grob G120TP;
- Wizz Air Airbus A321neo;
- Zlin 526F Squadron – Romanian Aeroclub.
14:00:
- F/A-18 Hornet – Spanish Air and Space Force;
- Romanian Air Force tactical demonstration.
15:00:
- Turkish Stars – Turkish Air Force;
- C-130 Hercules – Romanian Air Force;
- Pilatus PC-9 – Slovenian Air Force;
- C-27J Spartan and IAR-330 Puma SOCAT – Romanian Air Force;
- Panavia Tornado – German Air Force;
- Iacării Acrobați.
17:30:
- Rafale Solo Display – French Air and Space Force;
- White Wings;
- Eurofighter Typhoon – German Air Force.
18:30:
- Frecce Tricolori – Italian Air Force;
- The Pelicans;
- Hawks of Romania;
- IAR-330 Puma;
- Solo Fox;
- Air Bandits – Iacării Acrobați and Jurgis Kairys.
20:20:
- Flying Dragons Team – Poland;
- C-27J Spartan and F-16 Fighting Falcon – Romanian Air Force.
21:00 – End of the air show, followed by the drone display, fireworks and the BIAS 2026 concert.
22:00 – BIAS 2026 closes.
The exhibition area and Static Display will be open on Saturday between 09:00 and 18:30. The flying schedule may change depending on weather conditions, technical requirements or operational decisions.
Confirmed Participants at BIAS 2026
Two of Europe’s most famous military aerobatic teams are among the main attractions of BIAS 2026.
Frecce Tricolori, the official aerobatic team of the Italian Air Force, returns to Bucharest after 14 years with nine MB-339 aircraft. Turkish Stars returns after eight years with its high-speed formation display performed with NF-5 aircraft.
International participants
- Frecce Tricolori – Italian Air Force;
- Turkish Stars – Turkish Air Force;
- Rafale Solo Display – French Air and Space Force;
- F/A-18 Hornet – Spanish Air and Space Force;
- Eurofighter Typhoon and Panavia Tornado – German Air Force;
- Pilatus PC-9 – Slovenian Air Force;
- Flying Dragons Team – Poland;
- Jurgis Kairys – Lithuania;
- Grob Aircraft SE – Germany.
Romanian military and civilian aviation
The Romanian Air Force will open the main air show with F-16 Fighting Falcon aircraft, C-27J Spartan and C-130 Hercules transport aircraft and IAR-330 Puma helicopters. Its programme includes formation flights, tactical demonstrations and parachuting displays.
The Romanian programme also includes:
- Hawks of Romania;
- White Wings;
- Blue Wings;
- Solo Fox;
- Zlin 526F Squadron;
- The Pelicans;
- Iacării Acrobați;
- Air Bandits;
- Romanian Aeroclub light and ultralight aircraft;
- S-70M Black Hawk tactical demonstration with the General Aviation Inspectorate and SIAS.
Commercial aviation
Commercial aviation will be represented by TAROM, Wizz Air, AnimaWings and HiSky.
TAROM will perform with a Boeing 737, including a formation flight with Hawks of Romania. Wizz Air will participate with an Airbus A321neo, while AnimaWings will present an Airbus A220 in the Static Display.
What to expect at BIAS 2026
BIAS 2026 Static Display and General Aviation Exhibition
The programme continues on the ground with the BIAS 2026 Static Display and General Aviation Exhibition at ROMAERO.
Visitors will be able to see military and civilian aircraft, helicopters, air-defence systems, aviation equipment, historic replicas, flight simulators and aerospace technology inside the H5 and H7 ROMAERO hangars and throughout the outdoor exhibition area.
Confirmed exhibits include:
- F-16 Fighting Falcon;
- C-27J Spartan;
- IAR-330 Puma and IAR-316B Alouette helicopters;
- IAK-52 training aircraft;
- Airbus A400M Atlas;
- Airbus A220 operated by AnimaWings;
- IAR-317 Airfox helicopter;
- the full-scale Vuia I and Vlaicu II replicas;
- a full-scale IAR-80 model;
- ROMBAC 1-11, the first commercial jet produced in Romania;
- TPS-79R radar;
- HAWK and Patriot air-defence equipment;
- flight and shooting simulators;
- aerospace, satellite, drone and robotics projects.
The exhibition also includes aviation schools, training centres, aerospace organisations, commercial airlines and career opportunities in the aviation industry.
Visitors can meet pilots and aviation professionals, attend autograph sessions, explore interactive areas and discover activities created for children and families. Food trucks and relaxation areas will also be available.
On Saturday, August 29, visitors will be able to see the interior of the AnimaWings Airbus A220-300 between 10:00 and 18:30.sions.
BIAS 2026 Admission
BIAS 2026 Admission and Access Rules
Admission to the air show, Static Display and General Aviation Exhibition is free.
Security checks will take place at the public entrances. Visitors should arrive early, particularly on Saturday morning, when large crowds are expected.
Visitors may bring:
- sealed plastic bottles containing water or soft drinks;
- small backpacks;
- headphones and hearing protection;
- children’s pushchairs;
- cameras and video equipment;
- pets kept on a lead or wearing a muzzle, where required.
The following are not permitted:
- glass bottles or metal containers;
- alcoholic drinks or prohibited substances;
- weapons, blunt objects, explosives or other dangerous items;
- drones or other remotely controlled flying devices;
- large umbrellas or bulky objects;
- oversized folding chairs or objects that may obstruct other spectators’ view;
- bicycles, scooters and hoverboards inside the spectator area;
- political propaganda or offensive banners.
Children under 14 must be accompanied by an adult. Parents are advised to provide children with an identification wristband displaying the name and telephone number of the accompanying adult.
BIAS is an outdoor event with limited shade. Visitors should bring sun protection, a hat, comfortable footwear, sufficient water and suitable hearing protection, particularly for children.
Practical Information for Visitors
BIAS is an outdoor event with limited shade. Visitors should bring:
- drinking water;
- sun protection;
- a hat;
- comfortable footwear;
- hearing protection, particularly for children;
- a charged mobile phone or external battery.
Follow the organiser’s instructions regarding permitted bags, restricted objects, access points and security procedures.
Aircraft displays can be extremely loud. Children should use suitable hearing protection and remain supervised throughout the event.
Photography at BIAS 2026
BIAS is one of the best events in Bucharest for aviation photography. A camera with a telephoto lens is recommended for aircraft in flight, while a wider lens is useful for static displays and crowd scenes.
Visitors interested in dedicated photography or spotter access should follow announcements published by the organiser. Registration requirements and access conditions may differ from general public admission.
Visiting Bucharest for BIAS 2026
BIAS can easily be included in a summer city break in Bucharest. Visitors staying around Piața Presei Libere, Herăstrău, Aviatorilor or the northern part of the city will have convenient access to Băneasa Airport.
The airport is also close to King Michael I Park, the Village Museum and the House of Ceaușescu, allowing visitors to combine the aviation show with some of northern Bucharest’s principal attractions.
Entrance is free, but BIAS is usually a little crowded. Please keep this in mind while attending the show.
How to Get to BIAS 2026
Public transport is the recommended way to reach BIAS 2026. Parking spaces near Băneasa Airport are limited, while heavy traffic is expected on Șoseaua București–Ploiești, Bulevardul Aerogării and Bulevardul Ion Ionescu de la Brad.
A special 737 BIAS bus connects Piața Victoriei with Bucharest Băneasa–Aurel Vlaicu International Airport.
The 737 BIAS timetable is:
- Friday, August 28: every 15 minutes between 15:00 and 21:45;
- Saturday, August 29: every 10 minutes between 08:00 and 22:30.
Visitors can also use tram line 5 between Pantelimon and Băneasa Airport.
Other public transport connections serving the Băneasa Airport area include lines 100, 196, 203, 290, 304, 335, 441, 441B, 442, 443, 443B, 444, 446, 448 and 477.
Taxis and ride-sharing services will be available, but longer journey times and waiting periods should be expected around the event area.
Consult the organiser’s official access information before departure.
