Airshow welcomes new event sponsor for 2025 - GE Aerospace

South Ayrshire Council has confirmed that GE Aerospace has signed up as a sponsor of the 2025 International Ayr Show - Festival of Flight.

The company, which has a base in Prestwick, is a brand-new sponsor for this year's event, which will be held at Ayr shorefront on Friday 5 and Saturday 6 September.

GE Aerospace's Caledonian site in Prestwick is a facility with a proud history of overhauling and repairing engines that power flight around the world.

With over 45 years' engineering expertise, the team at Caledonian is committed to safety, quality, and continuous improvement in everything they do.

GE Aerospace's Caledonian Site Leader, Andy Prow, said, "I truly believe GE Aerospace in Prestwick is a special place to work. It's where careers are built, talent is nurtured, and the future of aviation takes shape every day. We are proud to support the 2025 International Ayr Show - Festival of Flight with its spectacular displays that inspire the next generation of aviation enthusiasts."

Leader of South Ayrshire Council, Councillor Brian Connolly, said, "GE Aerospace is a key employer in the area and passionate about inspiring local students through hands-on learning, mentorship, and opportunities to build valuable skills for the future. So, it's brilliant that they've chosen to align themselves with the airshow and offer their support through this sponsorship."

South Ayrshire Council's Depute Leader and Portfolio Holder for Tourism, Culture and Rural Affairs, Councillor Alec Clark, said: "This is the first time GE Aerospace has sponsored the airshow and it's fantastic to see new firms come forward to show their support for what's becoming established as a must-see experience in the annual Scottish events calendar. I'm delighted to welcome the team and I'll look forward to seeing their representatives at the festival."

The International Ayr Show - Festival of Flight will take place at Ayr shorefront on Friday 5 and Saturday 6 September.

You can find out everything you need to know about the airshow at destinationsouthayrshire.co.uk/ayrshow/