The ICAO Safety Promotion Exhibition
Discover how international collaboration, innovation and continuous learning contribute to making aviation the safest mode of transportation.
What is the Safety Promotion Exhibition?
The ICAO Safety Promotion Exhibition (SPE) is an immersive educational experience located at ICAO Headquarters in Montréal, Canada. Inspired by the Airbus Safety Promotion Centre in Toulouse, the exhibition demonstrates how global collaboration, innovation and knowledge sharing have transformed aviation safety.
Through interactive displays, multimedia experiences and real-world case studies, visitors will discover how ICAO, together with States and industry partners, continuously works to improve aviation safety across the world. The exhibition presents aviation safety in an engaging and accessible way, illustrating how lessons learned, international standards and cooperation contribute to making air transport safer every day.
Why Visit?
Experience interactive exhibits designed for Member States, aviation professionals, students and visitors.
Learn how aviation safety has evolved over the decades.
Understand ICAO's role in developing global aviation safety standards.
Discover how collaboration between regulators and industry strengthens safety.
Explore real examples, multimedia content and engaging educational experiences.
Explore the Exhibition
Pillar 1: The Evolution of Aviation Safety
Follow the evolution of aviation safety from its early years to today's highly integrated global system, highlighting major milestones, lessons learned and the role of international standardization.
Pillar 2: ICAO's Role in Achieving Zero Fatalities
Discover ICAO's Global Aviation Safety Plan and how Member States and industry work together to achieve the long-term vision of eliminating fatalities resulting from aviation accidents.
Pillar 3: Working Together to Enhance Safety
Learn how regulators, manufacturers, operators, airports, air navigation service providers and international organizations collaborate to identify risks, share information and continuously improve aviation safety.
ICAO-Airbus Partnership
In 2025, ICAO and Airbus signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) on capacity development and implementation support. As part of this collaboration, the organizations agreed to develop the ICAO Safety Promotion Exhibition. The exhibition reflects a shared commitment to promoting aviation safety through education, innovation and international cooperation.
Plan Your Visit
The exhibition is available through guided tours that can be reserved online.
| Location | ICAO Headquarters, Montréal, Canada |
| Admission | Free by reservation |
| Tour Duration | 60 minutes |
| Languages | English |
| Accessibility | Wheelchair accessible |
| Group Visits | Available upon request to SPE [at] icao.int |
Book Your Visit
Bookings will open soon:
Frequently Asked Questions
Who can visit the exhibition?
The exhibition is open to ICAO staff, representatives of Member States, students, and members of the general public who have been authorized to access ICAO Headquarters, including registered visitors, invited guests, and participants attending ICAO meetings, events, or organized visits.
How long does the tour last?
The tour is 60 minutes long.
Is there an admission fee?
No. Admission is free of charge.
Is the exhibition accessible?
Yes. The exhibition is accessible to visitors with reduced mobility.
Can photographs be taken during the visit?
Yes. Visitors are welcome to take photographs and videos during their visit to the exhibition.
Are tours self-guided or are guided tours available?
For the time being, you are welcome to book a guided tour. A self-guided digital tour option will also be available in 2027.
Are reservations required?
Yes. Individual visitors can book a guided tour through our booking link, while group visits can be coordinated by contacting SPE [at] icao.int (SPE[at]icao[dot]int).
What are the museum operating hours to visit the Safety Promotion Exhibition?
To be confirmed.
Is there parking nearby?
Paid public parking is available near ICAO HQ.
Is the exhibition suitable for a young audience?
Yes. The exhibition is suitable for students and young visitors interested in aviation, safety and technology.