ILA Berlin: Focus on growth and technology
| Airshow appearance highlights MTU’s key role as a key industry player and reliable partner
| Innovative propulsion concepts for commercial and military aviation
| An attractive employer in a growing industry
Munich, May 27, 2026 | At the ILA Berlin from June 10 to 14, MTU Aero Engines is placing its passion for engines at the center of its exhibition. The company will present innovative technologies for today’s and tomorrow’s commercial and military engines, tailored maintenance solutions, and a wide range of job and career opportunities at six spots across the airshow, notably at its booth 310 in Hall C and at the Military Support Center (MSC).
New technologies, new exhibits
MTU is showcasing several innovations at its exhibition booth, which spans over 300 square meters. Among them is a model of its future fuel cell propulsion system: the Flying Fuel Cell™ (FFC). This exhibit is flanked by a model of a 600-kilowatt electric motor that MTU is developing with its subsidiary eMoSys for the FFC powertrain.
In addition, a mock-up of this motor is on display at the Clean Aviation booth (Hall C, No. 230). There, it represents the Hydrogen-Electric Zero Emission Propulsion System project coordinated by MTU. The objective of the HEROPS project is to build on MTU’s FFC to develop innovative technologies for a climate-neutral, hydrogen-powered electric powertrain designed to power regional aircraft.
UAV propulsion systems added to the portfolio
MTU is currently expanding its portfolio to include propulsion solutions for unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) and modern guided missile systems. To this end, MTU recently acquired AeroDesignWorks. At ILA, MTU is now showcasing these new initiatives for the first time, including a drone propulsion system from AeroDesignWorks.
The mock-up of the engine for a next-generation European fighter jet also features an innovation: individual military technologies have been supplemented by a generator from eMoSys. The so-called High Power Supply System is designed to make optimal use of the mechanical power available in the engine. It is located in the engine’s nose cone. MTU is collaborating with Safran and ITP Aero on the next-generation fighter engine.
Future Lab, Military Support Center and ILA Talent Hub
MTU’s extensive presence at the airshow is rounded out by its participation at other locations throughout the exhibition grounds. At the Future Lab booth of the Federal Ministry for Economic Affairs and Energy (BMWK) – booth 230 in Hall C – the company is showcasing its latest component innovations. These include additively manufactured engine parts.
MTU and the German Armed Forces’ decades-long cooperation is underscored by their joint presence at the Military Support Center (MSC). Representatives from MTU and the German Air Force will present the Eurofighter EJ200 engine at booth 270 in Hall D. Using a multimedia presentation, they will show visitors what happens inside the jet engine during takeoff.
MTU is one of the most attractive employers in the globally growing aviation industry. As part of the ILA Talent Hub, which takes place at the ILA Plaza and other locations, the company is offering speed dating sessions for job seekers and graduates. At its own booth, guided tours specifically for potential young talent complement the employer’s presence.
Note for media representatives
Come see us at ILA Berlin 2026 – you can find the MTU booth in Hall C, No. 310, and the MTU Chalet No. 18 in Row East. We will gladly make appointments.
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About MTU Aero Engines
MTU Aero Engines AG is a globally known expert on civil and military aircraft engines. MTU’s high-tech expertise ranges from the development and manufacturing of high-quality engine parts to final assembly of complete engines as well as maintenance of aircraft engines and stationary gas turbines. The DAX-listed company reported sales of 8.7 billion euros for fiscal 2025. MTU technologies provide reliable power to one in three civil airplanes worldwide. MTU maintains around 1,500 engines and industrial gas turbines every year. At 19 locations on five continents, its approximately 14,000 employees from more than 80 nations are contributing to safe worldwide mobility. Together with other European engine manufacturers, MTU has secured and supported the operational readiness of the Air Force for decades. To benefit from the aviation industry’s continuing growth in the coming years, the company is investing in its areas of expertise in Germany and worldwide, as well as in its industrial capacity and in future-oriented civil and military engine concepts. The passion and innovation of MTU’s employees is shaping modern aviation – today, tomorrow, and in the coming decades.