MAAD, Model Aircraft Airshow Dubai, is an exciting event that brings together Remote Controlled Flying enthusiasts from the UAE and around the world. Focused on showcasing a wide range of model aircrafts, MAAD aims to promote the RC flying hobby to a broader audience in a family-friendly and inclusive atmosphere. Whether you’re an experienced pilot or a newcomer to the hobby, MAAD offers thrilling airshows, interactive activities, and connect with the vibrant RC flying community in Dubai.
Our event celebrates the RC flying community in the UAE, uniting local and international pilots, aviation enthusiasts, families, and kids. It’s an opportunity to promote the hobby to a wider audience while offering entertainment for all ages in a family-friendly, inclusive setting, showcasing the excitement of RC aviation for everyone to enjoy.
Event Vision
As a non-profit event, our vision is to strengthen the RC flying community in the UAE by fostering connections, sharing knowledge, and inspiring future enthusiasts. We aim to engage both experienced pilots and newcomers, expanding interest in the hobby while giving back through charitable contributions. Our focus is on creating an event that entertains and builds lasting connections within the RC community.
Fun for all ages with inflatables, RC flight simulators, and workshops, encouraging families to explore the RC community in a relaxed setting.
Promoting RC Aviation
Demos, free flight opportunities, and interactive sessions to ignite interest among newcomers and inspire future RC pilots.
Building the UAE RC Community
Strengthening local connections, sharing knowledge, and establishing an annual event to foster growth and camaraderie.
Showcasing Aircraft & Pilots
Highlighting impressive RC planes from the UAE and celebrating the skilled pilots who fly them.
Inspiring & Entertaining
Open flights, special demos, and potential night shows to captivate and motivate both participants and spectators.
Expanding on the UAE National Day Celebration
This event builds on the success of our yearly UAE National Day celebrations organized by the club. By introducing an additional event with attractions and facilities, we aim to attract even more people to join in celebrating RC flying in the UAE.
Event Organizers
Blasius Flasser
Blasius is a professional airline pilot at Emirates, a passionate enthusiast and master builder of scale RC jets. Known for his exceptional craftsmanship and attention to detail, Blasius brings some of the most impressive and realistic RC models to life. At MAAD, he will showcase his incredible aircrafts, offering attendees a rare opportunity to witness the beauty and precision of scale RC aviation.
Matteo Zanoni
Matteo is a professional airline pilot at Fly Dubai and a passionate enthusiast of RC Sport Jets. With a deep love for precision flying and high-performance models, Matteo is the driving force behind the Jet Over Dubai initiative. His dedication to the RC aviation community and his experience as both a pilot and event initiator make him a key contributor to the success of MAAD.
Ludovic Bonnan
Ludo, aka "RC LUDO", is an experienced RC pilot and instructor at RC DOJO, shares his passion for RC aviation with enthusiasts of all levels. As a Production Director for large-scale events, he brings expertise in planning and execution. Combining his love for RC flying and event management, Ludo plays a key role in organizing MAAD to showcase the thrill of RC aviation to a wider audience.
Flight Hub Academy
Flight Hub Academy, the region's leading UAV training institution, is a key supporter of MAAD, providing expertise and resources to promote RC aviation. Based at SkyHub RC Club in Al Lisaili, the academy actively fosters the RC flying community, helping ensure a successful and engaging event for enthusiasts and newcomers alike.
A special thanks to the Flight Hub team who contrubited to the success of the 2025 edition of MAAD.
