Industry Shifts Focus Amid Record Backlogs And Emerging Trends

The Singapore Airshow 2026 was notable for the absence of blockbuster aircraft order announcements, reflecting a fundamental change in the industry’s ordering patterns. According to Alan Lim, Director of Alton Aviation, airlines have placed massive orders in recent years, creating an unprecedented backlog situation. This shift in focus, combined with emerging trends like eVTOL and COMAC’s growing presence, suggests a complex but promising future for the aviation industry. The insights were shared with AeroTime during the airshow.