NBAA-BACE 2026 is moving towards a near-full legacy OEM static display as the business aviation event builds out a wider programme ahead of its 20-22 October run in Las Vegas. Boeing Business Jets, Bombardier, Daher, Dassault, Gulfstream, Honda Aircraft, Piaggio Aero, Pilatus, Piper, Robinson Helicopter and Textron Aviation are among the manufacturers returning to Henderson Executive Airport, while the show floor at the Las Vegas Convention Centre West Hall is reported to be mostly sold out.
Embraer and Airbus Corporate Jets are not on the list at this stage. Beyond the aircraft display, NBAA has lined up more than 70 education sessions covering nearly every professional role in business aviation, alongside a new Maintenance Track that includes Inspection Authorization renewal credit and a Gulfstream Operator Forum. The association is also expanding its Career Zone and Military Connect initiatives, with the latter designed to help transitioning veterans move into business aviation through sessions on cultural adjustment, CVs and support groups.
Other additions include a meet-and-greet with the 2026 NBAA Business Aviation Top 40 Under 40 and the return of Flight Deck as a forum for discussion of technology, regulation, market and workforce issues. NBAA has also introduced the Horizon Stage for headline speakers. Further features are expected to be revealed in the coming weeks as exhibitor and programme planning continues.