03:38Thousands flocked to Tshwane on Sunday for the final day of South Africa's 12th biennial Africa Aerospace and Defence (AAD) Exhibition.
Footage shows visitors keenly exploring the different exhibitions from several international defence companies. Spectators can also be seen watching air shows performed by the Chinese military as well as live simulations performed by the South African military.
"There's a lot of international aircrafts on display today," one visitor said. "But I think the South African Air Forces have much to offer, and I think we - it's time to showcase South African aviation as well."
"I think the international ones play a sporting role here, but we definitely have nothing to stand back for the rest of the world. Ours is top class," he continued.
For five days, the event showcased the latest developments in military and aviation technology. Top industry players from across the world presented and discussed their recent breakthroughs in an effort to advance global defence supply chains.
Rosoboronexport, a subsidiary of Russia's Rostec State Corporation, was a main player at this year's exhibition. More than 40 African countries are actively engaged in military-technical co-operation with the company, according to its Director General, Alexander Mikheev.
"I think this a good opportunity for Russia to showcase itself and its military capabilities in aerospace," another visitor said.
The AAD event spotlighted Russia's expanding reach within the continent, putting on display more than 250 military and civilian products, according to local sources.
The exhibition, first held in 1975, takes place every two years. This year, tens of thousands of trade visitors made their way to South Africa's industrial capital to explore more than 300 exhibitions.
'Time to showcase South African aviation' - Africa Aerospace and Defence Expo sees international participation in Tshwane
Thousands flocked to Tshwane on Sunday for the final day of South Africa's 12th biennial Africa Aerospace and Defence (AAD) Exhibition.
Footage shows visitors keenly exploring the different exhibitions from several international defence companies. Spectators can also be seen watching air shows performed by the Chinese military as well as live simulations performed by the South African military.
"There's a lot of international aircrafts on display today," one visitor said. "But I think the South African Air Forces have much to offer, and I think we - it's time to showcase South African aviation as well."
"I think the international ones play a sporting role here, but we definitely have nothing to stand back for the rest of the world. Ours is top class," he continued.
For five days, the event showcased the latest developments in military and aviation technology. Top industry players from across the world presented and discussed their recent breakthroughs in an effort to advance global defence supply chains.
Rosoboronexport, a subsidiary of Russia's Rostec State Corporation, was a main player at this year's exhibition. More than 40 African countries are actively engaged in military-technical co-operation with the company, according to its Director General, Alexander Mikheev.
"I think this a good opportunity for Russia to showcase itself and its military capabilities in aerospace," another visitor said.
The AAD event spotlighted Russia's expanding reach within the continent, putting on display more than 250 military and civilian products, according to local sources.
The exhibition, first held in 1975, takes place every two years. This year, tens of thousands of trade visitors made their way to South Africa's industrial capital to explore more than 300 exhibitions.
Thousands flocked to Tshwane on Sunday for the final day of South Africa's 12th biennial Africa Aerospace and Defence (AAD) Exhibition.
Footage shows visitors keenly exploring the different exhibitions from several international defence companies. Spectators can also be seen watching air shows performed by the Chinese military as well as live simulations performed by the South African military.
"There's a lot of international aircrafts on display today," one visitor said. "But I think the South African Air Forces have much to offer, and I think we - it's time to showcase South African aviation as well."
"I think the international ones play a sporting role here, but we definitely have nothing to stand back for the rest of the world. Ours is top class," he continued.
For five days, the event showcased the latest developments in military and aviation technology. Top industry players from across the world presented and discussed their recent breakthroughs in an effort to advance global defence supply chains.
Rosoboronexport, a subsidiary of Russia's Rostec State Corporation, was a main player at this year's exhibition. More than 40 African countries are actively engaged in military-technical co-operation with the company, according to its Director General, Alexander Mikheev.
"I think this a good opportunity for Russia to showcase itself and its military capabilities in aerospace," another visitor said.
The AAD event spotlighted Russia's expanding reach within the continent, putting on display more than 250 military and civilian products, according to local sources.
The exhibition, first held in 1975, takes place every two years. This year, tens of thousands of trade visitors made their way to South Africa's industrial capital to explore more than 300 exhibitions.