Gold rush atmosphere at Berlin's military air trade show

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Berlin's ILA Air Show is shattering attendance records this year, fueled by a defense industry riding a wave of profitable uncertainty. Wars and geopolitical crises have turned military procurement into a gold rush: defense contractors are landing billion-dollar contracts at a pace unseen in recent memory. The event, traditionally a showcase for civilian and military aviation, has become a barometer of global instability, where conflict translates directly into corporate revenue. Weapons manufacturers from around the world descend on the German capital to pitch their latest systems to eager buyers, creating an atmosphere of commercial fervor that reflects the world's deteriorating security landscape.