SUN ’n FUN Aerospace Expo

Date: April 14, 2026-April 19, 2026
Location: FAA Safety Center (Orlando Field Office), 3875 Pipkin Rd., Lakeland, FL 33811

Description

The SUN ‘n FUN Aerospace Expo is one of the world's largest annual aviation events, held in Lakeland, Florida, featuring daily airshows, over 500 exhibitors, and hands-on workshops. Often called "Spring Break for Pilots," it runs for six days (April 14–19, 2026, for the 52nd event) and showcases vintage, homebuilt, and military aircraft.

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Key Highlights:

• Airshows: Daily and night aerial performances from civilian and military acts.

• Exhibits & Workshops: Hundreds of vendors and hands-on training sessions on topics like aircraft construction and maintenance.

• Aircraft Displays: A vast collection of warbirds, jets, light sport, and vintage aircraft.

• Purpose: Proceeds support the Aerospace Center for Excellence (ACE), which funds STEM education and scholarships.

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It is widely considered Florida's largest annual convention and a major gathering for aviation enthusiasts.

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