We are looking for companies and researchers to perform demo flights at the International Drone Show on 3-4 June 2026 at HCA Airport, Odense. There is also an option to demonstrate uncrewed ground systems.
The International Drone Show aims to inspire participants and the wider community by showcasing the best, forefront technology, concepts, and solutions – in 2026 focusing on the event themes:
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- Defence & Security
- Use Cases & New Technologies
- Integrated Airspace
- Unmanned on Land and Sea
About demonstrations
Demonstrations take place outdoors, in close vicinity to the conference pavilions (you are offered the use of a big screen, microphone, etc., allowing you to present sensor output alongside the demonstration). There will be cameras covering the demonstrations live as well.
If you have specific needs for your demonstration – for example inspection assets, vehicles etc. please mention this, and we will investigate the options.
A demonstration slot is 20 minutes unless other agreements are made with the organizers.
Note: There will be a mandatory dry run of the demonstration prior to the show where demonstrators must show the intended demonstration. The organizers reserve the right to cancel demonstrations after evaluating the dry run. We invite both companies and research institutions to propose demonstration activities.
Participation fee
To ensure a professional setup and a high-quality program where every slot is used to its full potential, a participation fee for demo flights applies:
DKK 8.400 ex VAT DKK 11,550 ex VAT
Odense Robotics paying member Standard price
First come, first served selection process
Demonstrators will be selected continuously on a first-come, first-served basis.
Be aware of case-handling time at aviation authorities if you want to demonstrate more advanced operations (BVLOS, etc.).
Update - February 2026:
- Cross-border applications for specific category operations, approved in another European country, should be handed in as soon as possible.
- New specific category applications to Danish CAA (SORAs) cannot be handled before IDS26
The drone show is held at the UAS Denmark Test Center, at and around Hans Christian Andersen Airport. Demonstrators are encouraged to use the 1,900 km² restricted airspace over land and sea (3,500 ft AGL) and the facilities offered by HCA Airport (2 km runway, etc.).
Guidelines - Ask HCA Airport for more information:
- Open category: VLOS flights with UAV below 25 kg can be performed according to EASA rules - IDS limitations & minor exemptions apply
- Specific category: VLOS flights with UAV above 25 kg and/or BVLOS flights can be performed by holders of an Operational Authorization and DCAA Cross Border Approval (for non-DK operators)
- All flights must be performed with Radio Frequency equipment compliant with Agency for Data Supply and Infrastructure regulations.
Please find more information in the Exhibitor Manual page 7-14: Exhibitor Manual PDF
Questions
If you are interested, please contact:
Lars Michael Larsen, Head of UAS Denmark
info@hca-airport.dk
T:+45 2550 5301