Sponsorship Opportunities

Amplify Your Brand at Dubai’s Premier RC Airshow

What is M.A.A.D.?

MAAD Model Aircraft Airshow Dubai is a non-profit event dedicated to promoting the passion for RC aviation. All funds raised through sponsorships will be used for organizing the event. Any remaining funds will be to charity.

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Benefits for Sponsors

High-Value Reach

Partnering with MAAD (Model Aircraft Airshow Dubai) offers sponsors a unique opportunity to connect with a growing and passionate community of RC aviation enthusiasts. This hobby attracts individuals who are tech-savvy, detail-oriented, and often have a strong interest in engineering, design, and innovation—qualities that align well with brands in technology, automotive, and lifestyle sectors.

As an immersive, family-friendly event, MAAD also draws a wide audience, from dedicated hobbyists to curious newcomers, making it an ideal platform for brands looking to engage with a diverse yet targeted group.

Authentic Engagement

Sponsoring this event provides exceptional exposure, with high-quality content (photos, videos) created for social media sharing, both by us and our audience, ensuring strong online visibility. With interactive opportunities for product placement, hands-on demonstrations, and direct engagement, MAAD allows sponsors to build authentic relationships with attendees and create lasting brand impressions.

Additionally, as a non-profit event, your partnership supports the growth of a community-focused initiative, enhancing your brand’s reputation and fostering goodwill.

Audience Profile

As a first-edition event, MAAD (Model Aircraft Airshow Dubai) aims to attract a well-targeted audience of RC aviation enthusiasts, families, and individuals curious about the hobby. For a non-profit event organized by club members, we aim to manage an estimated 200 to 300 attendees, ensuring a lively yet manageable crowd that allows for an immersive and organized experience.

Attendee Profile

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RC Enthusiasts: 

A significant portion of the attendees will be RC hobbyists, including those with an interest in model aircraft, remote-controlled flying, and aviation enthusiasts who regularly engage in these activities. Many will have technical knowledge and enjoy detailed demonstrations and exhibits.

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Families with Children

Since the event will feature family-friendly activities, such as inflatables, foamy hand-thrown gliders, and paper airplane stations, families will attend to enjoy a fun, educational day out. Parents looking for unique experiences for their kids will be key attendees.

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Tech-Savvy Individuals: 

Many of the visitors will be tech-savvy and interested in innovative gadgets, new technologies in remote-controlled flying, and other related hobbies.

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Curious Newcomers: 

 Part of the goal of the event is to introduce RC flying to a broader audience, including those who are new to the hobby or have a general curiosity about aviation. This group will attend to learn more and potentially become long-term enthusiasts.

Audience Size

Target Number of Attendees: 200-300 people This is an ideal size for the first edition, allowing for ease of management while still generating excitement. It will create a vibrant environment for the event and a valuable audience for sponsors without overwhelming the organizing team.

Duration of Visit

The typical duration of an attendee’s visit is expected to be around 3 to 4 hours, depending on the event activities scheduled for the day. With engaging flight demonstrations, interactive workshops, and family entertainment, attendees will have plenty to see and do throughout the day.

Brand Exposure

Brands sponsoring MAAD will have the chance to engage directly with a targeted audience of tech-savvy, family-focused, and aviation enthusiasts, gaining valuable exposure in several ways:

Brand Presence

Sponsors’ logos will be visible across key areas such as photo wall, flags, pit, and activity areas.
Branded merchandise like caps, lanyards, and stickers can ensure consistent brand presence throughout the event.

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Interactive Brand Experiences

Brands can offer hands-on demos or product showcases in alignment with the hobby, creating memorable interactions with attendees.

For example, tech brands can host demo zones or booths with hands-on experiences.

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Content Partnerships

Sponsors can leverage user-generated content by encouraging attendees to share posts or enter branded social media contests, further expanding the reach of the event.

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Media and Social Media Coverage

With photography and videography planned, brands will receive excellent post-event content for their own use.

This includes high-quality images and videos showcasing their involvement in the event, as well as exposure through event social media platforms.

Content Opportunities

MAAD provides an excellent opportunity for attendees to create and share their own content during the event, boosting visibility organically through social media platforms. Some examples include:

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Flight Demonstrations

 Attendees will capture and share exciting moments of RC planes in action, especially unique and thrilling stunts, aerobatics, and custom-built aircraft.

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Hands-On Activities

 Parents and children participating in hands-on activities, such as building paper airplanes or flying foam gliders, will share photos and videos of their experiences.

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Social Media Moments

 With a vibrant and engaging atmosphere, attendees will likely post stories, reels, and live streams of key event moments using event hashtags, increasing visibility for both the event and sponsor brands.

Sponsor Tiers

Platinum

As a Platinum Sponsor, your brand will enjoy maximum visibility and engagement throughout the event.

This package includes:

Premium brand exposure on the event website, social media platforms, banners, and event apparel.
Brand presentation during the event to engage directly with the audience.
Exclusive flying slots across all event days (For RC brands only).

Gold

The Gold Sponsorship guarantees strong visibility and branding throughout the event.

This package includes:

Brand exposure on the event website, banners, and event apparel.
One dedicated flying slot per day to showcase your brand’s presence (For RC brands only).