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HEY SUN ‘N FUN FANS!
Hey SUN ’n FUN fans—welcome to Lakeland, Florida, and the 52nd Annual SUN ’n FUN Aerospace Expo! As America prepares to celebrate its 250th birthday, we’re starting the party early as we celebrate the Red, White & Blue at 52. So, wear the colors, feel the pride, and help us celebrate America the only way we know how—SUN ’n FUN style.
LET'S GO!
The festivities kick off Tuesday at 5:30 PM on the Warbird Ramp with our Opening Night Concert, featuring a powerful 6:00 PM tribute honoring eight World War II veterans. This will be a truly unforgettable moment of honor and gratitude.
Our air show lineup is as strong as ever, led by the return of the USAF Thunderbirds, the awe inspiring F-22 Raptor, and more than 20 world class civilian aerobatic performers who generously share their talents with our guests. New this year, our Wednesday Composite Air Show delivers one epic experience from 5:00 to 9:30 PM—combining the best of our daytime, twilight and night air shows into one aerial extravaganza.
SUN ’n FUN is more than an air show. Explore over 560 exhibitors, sharpen your skills in hundreds of hands on workshops, and inspire the next generation through Junior ACEs and STEM activities—kids 12 and under attend free. Be sure to visit the Future ’n Flight Plaza at our main entrance, featuring industry innovations, the Career Fair, flight schools, colleges, family spaces, and—new this year— Chick-fil-A (except Sunday).
Your participation in SUN ’n FUN makes a lasting impact. Net proceeds from the Expo fuel year-round educational programming at the Aerospace Center for Excellence—what we proudly call “The other 51 weeks.” Our mission is simple and powerful: to Engage, Educate, and Accelerate the next generation of aerospace professionals.
We ENGAGE youth through the SUN ’n FUN Aerospace Expo, welcoming more than 3,000 students on field trips and over 18,000 additional youth with their families. Each year, more than 8,000 young people visit the Florida Air Museum, with another 3,000 participating in Kids Museum Day and Wings ’n Things. Engagement starts early through our popular StoryTime program, which introduces aviation to more than 100 preschoolers and their families each week.
We EDUCATE through hands on STEM programming, including our STEM Sprouts classes for Pre-K through fifth grade students and our year-round Field Trip program serving more than 4,000 middle school students annually. Our Summer Camps continue to grow, enrolling 240 students last year, with strong demand exceeding capacity. In addition, ACE developed middle school curriculum is now used in more than 150 schools across 26 states and five countries outside the USA, reaching over 13,000 students every day.
We ACCELERATE through flight training, scholarships, and career pathways. Programs like the Lakeland Aero Club and ACE After School initiatives support high school aviators, while partnerships with Polk County Public Schools and the Central Florida Aerospace Academy enable us to award 30 private pilot scholarships annually, helping certify more than 200 student pilots to date. We also provide $100,000 in post-secondary scholarships each year and support other community aviation programs.
SUN ’n FUN is only possible because of the incredible volunteers who give their time, talent, and heart to this event. From our Pioneers and Yearlybirds to our Earlybirds and the thousands who return to Lakeland each year, your passion is the soul of SUN ’n FUN. Thank you for making this week—and this mission—truly unforgettable.
On behalf of the SUN ’n FUN and Aerospace Center for Excellence Boards, our sponsors, staff, and more than 3,000 volunteers, we hope you feel the passion, purpose, and pride behind everything you experience here. We look forward to welcoming you back April 6–11, 2027, for the 53rd Annual SUN ’n FUN Aerospace Expo—when we welcome the Aviation World to Lakeland.
Gene Conrad, SUN ‘n FUN President & CEO
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AREA NAME
9/27 Club
ADA Services
Admissions - Main
Admissions - East
Aircraft Tie-down Operations
Auto Parking
Campground Hospitality
Camper Registration
Career Fair
Catholic Service
Corn Roast
Country Store
Daily Airshow
Emergency Aircraft Repair
Exhibit Office
Exhibits
FAA Operations
Family Oasis
Family Oasis KIDS CLUB
First Aid
Flightline Tours
Flight Tech Sim Center
Florida Air Museum
Fly-By Showcase
Forums
Friends of Bill W.
Handicap Services
International Oasis
Innovation Showcase
HOURS OF OPERATION
HOURS OF OPERATION
Tues/Thurs/Fri 8 AM-6 PM &
Wed/Sat 8 AM-10 PM/Sun 10 AM-2 PM
8 AM - 10 PM
Tues - Fri 8 AM - 7 PM/Sat 7 AM-7 PM/Sun 8 AM - 4 PM
Sure, hours are helpful… but giant, bulbous, airplane legends? Even better.
Go check out the Super Guppy.
POLK COUNTY AVIATION SUPERSTATE
There’s a reason why Publix Super Markets, LEGOLAND Florida Resorts, Florida’s Natural and Amazon Air call Polk County home. With its strategic central location, Polk County delivers the connectivity, competitive costs and workforce talent your business needs to thrive.
Polk offers several unique and successful programs geared specifically to training an equipped aviation and aerospace workforce.
Proceeds generated will be donated to the Aerospace Center for Excellence’s Year-Round Education Programs.
FOR KIDS!
Come be a Junior ACE and explore (hands-on) the world of Aviation and STEM!
Science on a Sphere
Hear spellbinding adventures from military pilots and explore interactive data sets from NOAA and NASA about weather, life on Earth, and outer space.
Engineering Lab - Avionics Tech
Build a pitot tube in this hands-on avionics workshop sponsored by DATC and conduct a wind experiment while learning about aerospace design, air pressure, and how airspeed is calculated.
Sponsored by:
Florida Air Museum
Step into aviation history with exhibits featuring the Wright Flyer along with NOAA and NASA displays. Scavenger hunt sheets are available at the entrance to help visitors explore important milestones in aviation.
Flight Tech Simulation Center in Buehler Hangar
Experience the thrill of piloting an aircraft through realistic flight simulators in a safe and engaging environment.
Sponsored by:
The Hangar
Catch educational talks and presentations throughout the week, including guest speakers from NASA and the U.S. Air Force Thunderbirds.
Sponsored by:
The Jerry Holland Destination: Aviation Playground
Let kids burn off energy at this aviation-themed playground featuring swings, a tower play structure, slides, interactive aviation games, shaded areas, and plenty of benches for parents to relax. Located next to the Florida Air Museum.
Pilot Pals Play Zone
Located in Future ’n Flight Plaza, this aviation-themed play area operated by Lakeland Moonwalk features bounce houses and inflatables where young aviators can jump and climb.
C. Dal Colletto
R. Stiltner
M. Brown
J. Dixon
Junior Aces Tent
Polk County Astronomy Club
– View the sun through a solar telescope and learn about the phases of the moon and the planets.
Crew Concepts – Discover the fascinating world of drones and unmanned flight.
Polk County Mosquito Control – Learn about the mosquito life cycle and how aviation helps keep communities healthy.
Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University - investigate robotics, drones and sims.
SETP - (The Society of Experimental Test Pilots) STEM Activities.
Helo Girls – Meet the author who shares her aviation career adventures and enjoys aviation crafts and flying toys.
Miso & Killis Treasure Shop, inspirational adventures of a co-pilot and navigator.
Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) – Try the Design an Airport Challenge on a Minecraft-style computer game.
MOSI – The Museum of Science and Industry brings engaging STEM activities.
See historic military aircraft up close and hear pilots share their stories during daily Victory’s Arsenal Theatre presentations.
Bushwheel Basecamp
STOL Headquarters - Discover short takeoff and landing (STOL) aircraft and meet pilots while kids collect stickers and coloring books.
Sponsored by:
Future ‘n Flight Plaza
The Family Oasis is designed for families with young children – a place to escape the heat and regroup.
Families will find refreshing amenities such as comfort stations, nursing areas, crafts, picnic tables, and air conditioning. Admission is included with your daily ticket!
HOURS: Tuesday, April 14 - Sunday, April 19 9 AM – 5 PM
KIDS CLUB
Enjoy the SUN ‘n FUN nightlife while your kid(s) are engaged in a fun-filled night of their own! Drop off your child(ren) for a night full of exciting activities, crafts, and dinner with certified sitters from Carilly Pre-registration is recommended.
KIDS CLUB HOURS:
• Wednesday, April 15th: 5:30 – 10 PM
• Friday, April 17th: 5:30 – 10 PM
• Saturday, April 18th: 5:30 – 10 PM
M. Geleske
C. Walton
2026 SPONSORS
We extend our sincere thanks to our Official 2026 Sponsors for their generous support of the SUN ‘n FUN Aerospace Expo. Your partnership plays a vital role in bringing this event to life and helps fuel our mission to engage, educate, and accelerate the next generation of aerospace professionals.
BARTOW AIRPORT
2FLY Group
EXHIBITORS
D-061, FF-005A
2K Aviation FF-012
92nd West Aviation Inc. .................................................................. NE-001, NE-002
Ftugs Equipamentos Ltda Tug Team HQ Fuel Tanks To Go LLC ...........................................................................................N-070
The Airplane Factory / Sling NE-010, NE-011, NE-029, NE-030
The Bahamas Ministry Of Tourism Investment & Aviation ....D-019-021 The Blackhawk Group MD-034A
The Candle Shed LLC .......................................................................................... N-013 The Floria Department of Transportation............................... FF-003A, IS-01
Wagon
Inc.
Tomlinson Avionics of Florida Inc. .........................................N-003 thru N-006
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NAVIGATION TOOLS!
9/27 CLUB
INDOOR EXHIBITS – Variety of vendors northeast side of the campus in Hangars A-D.
NORTH EXHIBITS (N) – Variety of vendors just outside the hangar doors facing the runway and airshow box.
NORTH EAST EXHIBITS (NE) –Variety of vendors, between the four exhibit hangars and the FAA building.
LARGE DISPLAY (LD) – Variety of vendors along Laird Blvd. south of the FAA building.
MANUFACTURERS DISPLAY (MD) – Primarily aircraft manufacturers, northernmost exhibit area, just south of the runway.
SUN ‘N FUN DISPLAY (SNF) – Primarily aircraft manufacturers east of the FAA building and south of the Manufacturers Display area.
LIGHT AIRCRAFT EXHIBITS (LP) (Paradise City) – Light sport, ultralight aircraft, Rotocraft, Homebuilt and Experimental vendors in this area just south of vintage/classic aircraft parking.
FUTURE ‘n FLIGHT PLAZA (FNF): Career Fair (CF)– Commercial Airline vendors conducting interviews with potential new hires.
Flight Path Education Center (EC) –Flight schools, airports, institutions, and industry partners dedicated to advancing education, training, safety, and innovative aviation technology.
Innovation Showcase (IS) – Emerging Technology companies with innovative products
FUTURE ‘N FLIGHT PLAZA
FLIGHT PATH EDUCATION CENTER
Flight Path Education Center Exhibit Space
Mitutoyo America Corporation.................................................... EC-01
University of Nebraska at Kearney Aviation Program EC-02 (NORAD EC-03
NEW! APPAREL EXHIBITORS JUST PAST MAIN ENTRANCE GATE!
As soon as you enter through the Main Entrance, you’ll discover something brand new this year — Runway Row, a fresh mini-exhibit area designed to welcome guests the moment they arrive.
Sunglass Hut – Runway Row-01
Publix Employees Federal Credit Union – Runway Row-02
Golden Ridge Groves – Runway Row-03
Gadgets N More – Runway Row-04, 05
Sling Bottle – Runway Row-06
PARADISE CITY EXHIBITORS
LP-01 Fulltron Aviation
LP-02 & 03 MagniGyro-MagniFlight LLC
LP-04,64,65 ATEC / Aeropilot
LP-06 Helicopters International LLC
LP-07 Skyleader North America
LP-08 CGS Hawk Single & Ultra, LLC
LP-09A Stol-It Aircraft, Inc.
LP-09B Bearhawk Aircraft Inc.
LP-10A James Aircraft
LP-12A Aircraft Interiors by Emily LLC
LP-12B Sassy Wheel Pants LLC
LP-14 Powrachute LLC
LP-15 Tree Hopper Ultralights
LP-16 Evolution Aircraft Inc.
LP-17 ICP Aviation North America
LP-18 Flying Legend USA Inc
LP-19 Air-Tech, Inc.
LP-20 Just Aircraft, LLC
LP-21 Wingo Dynamic D4
LP-22 Advanced Powerplant Solutions, LLC
LP-23 M-Squared Aircraft
LP-24 Aeromarine
LP-25 AutoGyro USA Inc.
LP-26,28 Aeroprakt
LP-27,29 KFA Aircraft USA Inc
LP-30 Gyro Technic LLC
LP-33B Freedom Flight Academy
LP-34, 35 Curry Aviation, LLC
LP-37 Wings of Eagles Aviation Svcs.
LP-38 Gyrocopter Flight Training Academy
LP-41 Top Rudder Aircraft, LLC
LP-42A Weigh-Systems Inc
LP-44 Nautiservices Inc.
LP-47 Top Rudder Aircraft
LP-47A Tru_Fit Ultralight Sails
LP-50 Mankiewicz Coatings
LP-51 Blue Max Ultralights
LP-52 Azalea Aviation LLC
LP-53 Holladay Aviation
LP-54 Aeroshare-Ventures
LP-55 Custom Aircraft LLC
LP-56~59 MOSAIC Mall by LAMA
LP-60 Fielden Aero, LLC
LP-61 North America Eagle, Inc.
LP-62 Ophanim Aviation Flying System
LP-63 Direct Fly USA LLC
LP-64, 65 ATEC / Aeropilot
LP-66A Thorp Aircraft
LP-66B Saurenman Aero Works
LP-67 JFA Aviation
LP-68 Kincer Chassis
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SUN ‘N FUN AEROSPACE EXPO
The annual SUN ’n FUN Aerospace Expo immerses students in aviation through aircraft displays, STEM activities, and inspiring interactions with industry professionals.
At the Aerospace Center for Excellence, our mission is to engage, educate, and accelerate the next generation of aerospace professionals through immersive aviation and STEM experiences. Located on the SUN ’n FUN Expo Campus, our unique educational environment brings together world-class facilities, including the Florida Air Museum, Skylab Innovation Center, and a variety of hands-on learning spaces designed to inspire discovery.
Each year, our programs reach tens of thousands of students through interactive museum experiences, field trips, youth programs and events, summer camps, and outreach initiatives. From early childhood programs like StoryTime to immersive STEM activities and aviation career pathways, ACE provides opportunities for learners of all ages to explore the science, technology, engineering, and math innovations that power flight. Together, these programs spark curiosity, build skills, and open doors—helping young people imagine and pursue futures in aviation, aerospace, and STEM.
SUN ‘N FUN FIELD TRIPS
18K
2025 YOUTH ATTENDANCE
SHARING THE MISSION ENGAGE
Students experience aviation and STEM through guided museum tours, interactive exhibits, and hands-on activities that bring aerospace learning to life during the week of SUN ‘n FUN.
FIELD TRIP STUDENTS IN 2025 2.5K
FLORIDA AIR MUSEUM
Florida’s o cial aviation museum features historic aircraft and interactive exhibits that inspire curiosity and connect visitors to aviation’s past and future.
12K
2025 MUSEUM ATTENDANCE
STORYTIME
Every Tuesday young learners discover aviation through engaging stories, hands-on activities, and interactive experiences designed to spark curiosity and imagination.
200+ KIDS EVERY TUESDAY!
M.Brown
R. Stiltner
R. Stiltner
EDUCATE
STEM SPROUTS
Early learners explore STEM through aviation-themed activities that spark curiosity, creativity, and foundational problem-solving skills all tied back to
Students experience aviation and STEM through guided museum tours, hands-on activities, and interactive learning throughout the year.
SUMMER CAMPS
4K
FIELD TRIP STUDENTS ANNUALLY
Week-long camps immerse students in aviation, aerospace, and STEM through hands-on projects, flight concepts, and collaborative challenges.
OVER 240 KIDS ATTEND SUMMER CAMPS EACH YEAR!
MIDDLE SCHOOL CURRICULUM
Standards-aligned aviation curriculum introduces middle school students to STEM concepts while connecting classroom learning to real-world aerospace careers.
ACCELERATE
LAKELAND AERO CLUB
Students gain real-world aviation experience through mentorship, aircraft access, and hands-on opportunities that build skills and confidence in flight.
ACE AFTER SCHOOL
Students expand their aviation and STEM knowledge through hands-on projects, collaborative challenges, and mentorship beyond the classroom.
SCHOLARSHIPS
Scholarships, like the James C. Ray Flight Training Scholarship and others, provide critical support for students pursuing aviation training, higher education, and career pathways in aerospace and STEM.
RECIPIENTS
$100K DISBURSED EACH YEAR to students receiving the James C. Ray Continuing Education Scholarship.
$24K is awarded to Private Pilot Flight Training scholarships each month. 13K KIDS USING CURRICULUM TODAY!
R. Stiltner
T. Bracy
LAYTON BRACY
DANE BUSONE
SCHOLARSHIP
MAGNIX
CLASS
CHAIRMAN HONORS 2025
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AIRCRAFT AREAS
VINTAGE
In aviation, “vintage” refers to aircraft built and flown in 1970 or earlier—classics, if you prefer. Most are civil and general aviation aircraft that have been carefully preserved or fully restored. You’ll recognize historic names like Beech, Waco, Cessna, Lockheed, Piper, and many more. Walk through time and stop by the Vintage Showcase while you’re there!
HOMEBUILT
These unique aircraft showcase their owners’ passion, craftsmanship, and perseverance. Many are built from kits or popular designs, while others are one-of-a-kind creations that began as workshop projects. Stop by the Homebuilt Hospitality Tent for activities, forums, and more—and scan the QR code for details.
WARBIRDS
Former military aircraft, restored to flying condition, offer a living history lesson honoring the heroes who flew them. While many are from WWII—from trainers and fighters to four-engine bombers—you’ll also see aircraft spanning from World War I through Vietnam, including helicopters, transports, and jets.
SEABIRDS
There’s something romantic about any airplane with pontoons on it. Who wouldn’t want the freedom of landing on a pristine lake or a tropical lagoon instead of an airport runway? Large or small, single or multi-engine, check out the gaggle of what we call “seabirds” on display in this special section of floatable SUN ‘n FUN participants. You’ll find them west of The Island!
N. Desourdy
K. Hunt
L. Goossens
R. Spolar
CHOPPERTOWN
Head over to ChopperTown, where helicopters take center stage. From classic rotorcraft to modern utility and training helicopters, this area offers a close-up look at the machines that perform everything from rescue missions to everyday operations. Visit the exhibits, talk with pilots, and learn more about rotary-wing aviation. Get there easily on the new ChopperTown Express!
AEROBATIC
We’ve come a long way since the barnstorming 1920s, when pilots flew surplus WWI Jenny biplanes and performed aerial stunts over awestruck towns. Today, aerobatics thrill airshow crowds and fuel international competitions judged by expert panels. See aerobatic capable aircraft up close and learn about favorites like Pitts, Sukhoi, Extra, and Edge.
PARADISE CITY
Paradise City is the place to experience some of the most exciting forms of recreational aviation at SUN ’n FUN. Explore powered paragliders, drones, RC aircraft, and more while connecting with pilots and enthusiasts. Ultralights are back in a big way this year—don’t miss the Ultralight Invasion, bringing ultralight pilots and aircraft from across the country together in celebration of ultralight aviation. Be sure to stop by for forums and activities throughout the week, where pilots share knowledge and stories from the world of recreational aviation.
As the sun begins to set, Paradise City transforms into one of the most unique evening experiences at SUN ’n FUN. The Sunset Aerial Circus, held Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday nights, fills the sky with STOL competitions, powered paragliders flying with lights and smoke, parachute demos, a drone show, and balloon glows—creating a colorful and unforgettable end to the evening.
C. Hinton
M. Rogers
M. Rogers
• Piper J-3 through PA-18, 20, 22
• Cessna 120 through 185
• Aeronca 7 & 11 Series
• Ercoupe 415 Series & Mooney M-10
• Aluminum nose cowls
• Wings and detail parts
• Fuel and brake lines
• Luscombe 8 Series
• Stinson 108 Series
• Taylorcraft B & F-19 Series
• Exhaust systems
• Landing gear
• Tailwheel springs
• Engine mounts
• Cowling
• Fuel tanks
• And much more... Since 1946, Univair has supported these classic aircraft:
• Control surfaces
• Spinners
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• Great food spots along your flight path
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• Reviews from fellow pilots, plus community trusted ratings
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• Google Maps integration for accurate navigation
• Growing CFI and CFII database
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Connect with AOPA at SUN ‘n FUN
SUN 'n FUN is better when you have a place to land. Make the AOPA Campus your home base all week long.
SEMINAR TENT
Our AOPA seminars are back in the tent Tuesday through Friday, plus the Rusty Pilots Seminar on Saturday. Practical, pilot-to-pilot conversations on safety, regulations, and flying smarter. No hype. Just good information you can actually use.
PILOT TOWN HALL
Join us for an in-person Pilot Town Hall on Wednesday at 11:30 AM hosted by AOPA leadership. Come hear what’s ahead for GA, what AOPA is fighting for right now, and be part of the conversation shaping what comes next.
REAL HELP
Talk one-on-one with AOPA’s medical and legal specialists. Questions about a medication, status of your medical, a ramp check, or a letter from the FAA? This is the place to get straight answers from people who do this every day.
JOIN OR RENEW AT THE SHOW
SUN 'n FUN show special:
• $10 off when you join or renew
• Go on automatic renewal and get a hat or tee
WHERE TO FIND US
AOPA Campus on Laird Blvd., next to the FAA building.
ENTER FOR A CHANCE TO WIN!
From your backyard to your next adventure. Whether you’re hopping between small-town airfields or exploring new corners of your home state, this Aviat Husky is ready to make every takeoff the start of something special. And now, it could be yours in the AOPA Sweepstakes. COME SEE THIS INCREDIBLE AIRCRAFT FOR YOURSELF! LOCATED ON THE CORNER OF LAIRD BOULEVARD, NEXT TO THE FAA BUILDING.
WAYS TO ENTER
* :
• Visit AOPA Member Services at the AOPA tent
• Go to AOPA.org/sweeps
• Scan QR code
*NO PURCHASE OR CONTRIBUTION NECESSARY TO ENTER OR WIN. A PURCHASE OR CONTRIBUTION WILL NOT IMPROVE YOUR CHANCES OF WINNING. Open to 50 U.S. (+DC), Canada (excluding Quebec), Guam, Puerto Rico and the U.S.V.I., age 18 years or older (or at least the age of majority as legally mandated by the entrant’s jurisdiction of residence if greater than 18) at date of entry. Ends at 11:59 PM ET on 6/15/26. To enter and view complete Official Rules which govern this Sweepstakes, including entry limits, and alternate method of entry, visit https://www.aopa.org/ sweeps. Sponsor: Aircraft Owners and Pilots Association.
Our sincere thanks to the incredible performers who bring the skies over SUN ’n FUN to life. Many of these pilots generously donate their time and talent to fly here, helping us direct more resources toward our mission of educating and inspiring the next generation of aerospace professionals.
MEET AIRSHOW PERFORMERS AT THE PERFORMER EXPERIENCE EVERYDAY FROM 10 AM - 1PM ON THE EAST SIDE OF THE WARBIRD RAMP!
Tora Bomb Squad
M. Geleske
M. Geleske
M. Isenberg
M. Brown
DAILY SCHEDULE
TUESDAY - APRIL 14, 2026
Hot Air Balloon Launch | Paradise City Air Ops 7:00 AM 7:15 AM
& WX dependent)
Sarasota Smoke House Food | Sunset Grill featuring Beer, Wine , Frozen Drinks & live Music 7:00 AM 10:00 PM Music: Generations in Harmony 5:30 - 7:30 PM & Pandoras Box & 7:309:30 PM
Powered Parachute/Paraglider *(Air Ops Approved) - Paradise City Air Ops 7:15 AM 8:45 AM
Flying Light Plane / Paradise City
Sunset Grill
& WX dependent)
Flying Light Plane / Paradise City WWII Veterans Appreciation
Stage
Warbird Country (Ramp) Breakfast at Twin Palms Mess Hall 7:30 AM 9:30 AM Adults - $12 | Kids - $6 | Kids under 3 - Free (Southeast corner of Ramp)
Briefing - General Flight 8:00 AM 8:30 AM
Don’t Tell Me What to Do” Attitudes that Contribute to Weather Accidents 8:30
Event Warbird Country (Ramp)
/ Paradise City
IFR / ForeFlight Flight Planning for the Real-World 9:00 AM 9:55 AM Gary Reeves
Flying Around the World can be Safe and Fun 9:00 AM 9:55 AM CarolAnn Garratt
DPE feedback: Common problems 9:00 AM 9:55 AM Steven Goetz
INTRO TO ROTAX AIRCRAFT ENGINES with Q&A 9:00 AM 9:55 AM Lauren Burton
INTRODUCCION A LOS MOTORES DE AVIACION MARCA ROTAX 9:00 AM 9:55 AM Uwe Neckelsen Forum CFAA-07
Engine Leaning 9:00 AM 9:55 AM Bill Ross Forum CFAA-14
General Aviation Fatal Accident Data 9:00 AM 9:55 AM Dan Gryder
Advance Simple Vacuum Bagging 9:00 AM 10:00 AM Michael Bergen
Composite Basic Hotwire Techniques and Layups 9:00 AM 12:00 PM Jimmy Parrish & Debbie Van Treuren
Engines Aircraft Maintenance and Care 9:00 AM 4:00 PM
Metal Shaping Techniques 9:00 AM 4:00 PM
Metal Shaping Techniques 9:00 AM 4:00 PM
Sheetmetal Fasteners and Techniques 9:00 AM 4:00 PM
Welding Oxy-Acetylene Presentation & Hands on Techniques 9:00 AM 4:00 PM
Welding Tig Presentation & Techniques 9:00 AM 4:00 PM Lincoln Electric
Wood Aircraft Building Techniques 9:00 AM 4:00 PM
GPS & Radio Upgrades: What's Next from the GNS 430/530? 9:00 AM 9:45 AM
Author's Corner 9:00 AM 4:00 PM Author's Corner Florida Air Museum
Briefing - General Flight 9:00 AM 9:30 AM Forums Tent - Air Ops
General Flying Fixed Wing | Paradise City Air Ops 9:00 AM 12:45 PM
Light Plane / Paradise City
Flying Light Plane / Paradise City SUN 'n FUN Today Live - WATCH ON YOUTUBE 9:00 AM 9:30 AM
DATC: Avionics Tech 9:00 AM 5:00 PM
Aces' Youth Activities SkyLab Innovations Center
Vintage Showcase 9:00 AM 5:00 PM Showcase Vintage
Presentation by Larry Kelley “Panchito” 9:30 AM 10:00 AM Larry Kelley - "Panchito” Interview FAN-CFAA
Garmin Team X: Tips for Building your Experimental Panel 9:45 AM 10:30 AM
DAILY SCHEDULE
TUESDAY - APRIL 14, 2026
NonProfits
Bringing a Classic Plans Built Design to Kit 10:00 AM 11:00 AM
Fundamentals: Mastering the Basics 10:00 AM 10:55 AM
CFAA-01 Save money as a First time Aircraft Buyer/ Owner 10:00 AM 10:55 AM Team at PacTex Aviation
CFAA-02 Fueling the Future of of Unleaded Av Gas 10:00 AM 10:55 AM George Braly
CFAA-03 Around the World over both poles in a homebuilt 10:00 AM 10:55 AM Bill
CFAA-04 Why 80% of Your Students Quit & How to Keep Them 10:00 AM 10:55 AM
CFAA-05 Stop ADS-B Abuse 10:00 AM 10:55 AM
Installation for Experimental Aircraft 10:00 AM 10:55 AM David
From Start to Part: Design Your Panel Like a Pro! 10:00 AM 10:55 AM Kranston Kincaid
Maintaining Beech Bonanzas and Barons 10:00 AM 10:55 AM ABS Technical Advisors
CFAA-10 Business Aviation and Tax Consideration 10:00 AM 10:55 AM Suzanne Meiners-Levy Forum CFAA-11
Learn about building and flying a Sling Aircraft 10:00 AM 10:55 AM Jean d’Assonville Forum CFAA-12
Lycoming Maintenance and Troubleshooting 10:00 AM 10:55 AM Andrew Auman Forum CFAA-13
Care and Maintenance of Tempest spark plugs/filter 10:00 AM 10:55 AM
AI Sim Instructors Prep Everyone for the Cockpit 10:00 AM 10:55 AM Glenn Kowack
That For
Behind the Scenes of Juan Browne's @blancolirio YouTube Channel
Garmin Autopilots Explained: A Gamechanger for your Aircraft
Women Shine at SUN 'n FUN brought to you by WAI
Clear Skies, Sound Decisions: Coexist with Weather
TUESDAY
- APRIL 14, 2026
ULPower the Modern Aircraft Engine Explained.
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“Walking in the Footsteps of Hero’s” 11:00 AM
Getting Started with Garmin Pilot, SmartCharts and More
(IA) and
Presentation by Molly Crum 11:30 AM 12:00 PM Molly Crum, Visit Central Florida Interview FAN-CFAA
IFR: Autopilot Common Errors & Pro-Tips 12:00 PM 12:55 PM Gary Reeves Forum CFAA-01 A Good Pilot is Always Learning 12:00 PM 12:55 PM Jamie Brown and Kat Guarnieri
Lithium Batteries for Experimental and GA Aircraft 12:00 PM 12:55 PM Reg Nicoson
Clear Skies, Sound Decisions: Coexist with Weather
Why 80% of Your Students Quit & How to Keep Them
Beware; Picking the
Which Garmin Flight Display is Best for Your Aircraft?
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TUESDAY - APRIL 14, 2026
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WEDNESDAY,
APRIL 15, 2026
Hot Air Balloon Launch | Paradise City Air Ops 7:00 AM 7:15 AM
Sarasota Smoke House Food | Sunset Grill featuring Beer, Wine , Frozen Drinks & live Music
Powered Parachute/Paraglider *(Air Ops Approved) - Paradise City Air Ops 7:15 AM 8:45 AM
Briefing - General Flight 8:00 AM 8:30 AM
or Not to Fly 8:30 AM 9:30 AM
Good Morning SUN 'n FUN 8:30 AM 9:00 AM
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Women Shine at SUN 'n FUN brought to you by WAI 8:30 AM 9:00 AM Interviews with Notable Women in Aviation.
Briefing - Manufacturer Demo 8:45 AM 9:00 AM
FR Safety: Avoid the 3 Deadliest Mistakes 9:00 AM 9:55 AM Gary Reeves Forum CFAA-01
Designing the Perfect Paint Scheme 9:00 AM 9:55 AM Craig Barnett Forum CFAA-02
Improve Your CFI Technique (common fallacies) 9:00 AM 9:55 AM David St. George Forum CFAA-03
Flying Around the World can be Safe and Fun 9:00 AM 9:55 AM CarolAnn Garratt Forum CFAA-04
INTRO TO ROTAX AIRCRAFT ENGINES with Q&A 9:00 AM 9:55 AM Morris Smith Forum CFAA-05 Stop ADS-B Abuse 9:00 AM 9:55 AM Donald Frano Forum CFAA-06
AI Sim Instructors Prep Everyone for the Cockpit 9:00 AM 9:55 AM Glenn Kowack Forum CFAA-07
Introdução aos motores Aeronáuticos Rotax 9:00 AM 9:55 AM Bruno Scotton Forum CFAA-08
There Isn't a Man Alive Who Hasn't Made a Mistake 9:00 AM 9:55 AM Keith Clark Forum CFAA-09
Focus, Fatigue & Flight: Optimizing Pilot Energy 9:00 AM 9:55 AM Alexa Ballinger Forum CFAA-10 Does that mean I failed my checkride? 9:00 AM 9:55 AM Michele Rash-Keilman Forum CFAA-11
MOSAIC - Phase 1 Complete, Phase 2 Coming Up 9:00 AM 9:55 AM Bruce Bevers Forum CFAA-12
Ring Gap & Cylinder Life 9:00 AM 9:55 AM Bill Ross Forum CFAA-14
General Aviation Fatal Accident Data 9:00 AM 9:55 AM Dan Gryder Forum CFAA-16
/ Paradise City
Advance Simple Vacuum Bagging 9:00 AM 10:00 AM Michael Bergen SNF Workshop Crossfield Center
Composite Basic Hotwire Techniques and Layups 9:00 AM 12:00 PM Jimmy Parrish & Debbie Van Treuren SNF Workshop Crossfield Center
Engines Aircraft Maintenance and Care 9:00 AM 4:00 PM SNF Workshop Crossfield Center
Metal Shaping Techniques 9:00 AM 4:00 PM
Sheetmetal Fasteners and Techniques 9:00 AM 4:00 PM
Welding Oxy-Acetylene Presentation & Hands on Techniques 9:00 AM 4:00 PM
Workshop Crossfield Center
Workshop Crossfield Center
Welding Tig Presentation & Techniques 9:00 AM 4:00 PM Lincoln Electric SNF Workshop Crossfield Center
Introdução aos motores Aeronáuticos Rotax 9:00 AM 9:55 AM Bruno Scotton SNF Workshop Crossfield Center
GPS & Radio Upgrades: What's Next from the GNS 430/530 9:00 AM 9:45 AM Garmin Regional Sales Manager Presentation Exhibit Booth Location N-011
Author's Corner 9:00 AM 4:00 PM
Author's Corner Florida Air Museum
Briefing - General Flight 9:00 AM 9:30 AM Forums Tent - Air Ops Briefing Light Plane / Paradise City
General Flying Fixed Wing | Paradise City Air Ops 9:00 AM 11:30 AM Pattern Flying Light Plane / Paradise City
SUN 'n FUN Today Live 9:00 AM 9:30 AM YouTube @FLYSNF Briefing SkyLab Innovations Center
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WEDNESDAY, APRIL 15, 2026
DATC: Avionics Tech
AM 5:00 PM
While you are in Vintage, swing by the Vintage Showcase Hospitality Tent for a warm welcome. Showcase
Col
Garmin Team X: Tips for Building your Experimental Panel 9:45 AM 10:30 AM
Rethinking Inadvertent IMC
or Not to Fly 10:00 AM 10:55 AM Jeff Arnold
International Flying Adventures 10:00 AM 10:55 AM TJ Shembekar
CFAA-09 Flying Beech Airplanes Safely 10:00 AM 10:55 AM ABS Air Safety Foundation
Business Aviation and Tax Consideration 10:00 AM 10:55 AM Suzanne Meiners-Levy Forum CFAA-11
Learn about building and flying a Sling Aircraft 10:00 AM 10:55 AM Jean d’Assonville Forum CFAA-12
G. A. Annual Inspection Proper procedure 10:00 AM 10:55 AM Doug Keck Forum CFAA-13
Lycoming Engines EIS Overview 10:00 AM 10:55 AM Jud Rupert Forum CFAA-14
Where to park my plane? 10:00 AM 10:55 AM Melanie Riddick Forum CFAA-15 Weather Interpolation and Representativeness 10:00 AM 10:55 AM Gary Pokodner Forum CFAA-16 Performer Experience 10:00 AM 1:00 PM Airshow Performers NE Warbird Ramp
Presentation by Lt Col Trevor "Boat" Boswell 10:00 AM 10:30 AM Lt Col Trevor "Boat" Boswell, NORAD Interview FAN-CFAA Fabric Covering with Stewart Systems 10:00 AM 2:00 PM Marty Feehan, Stewart Systems Workshop Lakeland Aero Club Hangar
TFR’s; How to Avoid a Fighter Intercept! 10:00 AM 10:45 AM Lt Col Trevor “BOAT” Boswell, NORAD Presentation The Hangar Boeing "Coffee Talks" - Pilot Welcome Center 10:00 AM
& Greet The Island The Air Safety Institute Sits Down with Tim LeBaron 10:30 AM 11:15 AM Tim LeBaron, NTSB Director and Mike Ginter, AOPA Air Safety Institute Presentation Exhibit Booth AOPA Campus
Garmin Autopilots Explained: A Gamechanger for your Aircraft 10:30 AM 11:15 AM Garmin Regional Sales Manager Presentation Exhibit Booth Location N-011
4 Stroke Maintenance Tips 10:30 AM 11:30 AM Phil Lockwood - Lockwood Aviation (NE-23 NE-12)
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THURSDAY - APRIL 16, 2026
Women Shine at SUN 'n FUN brought to you by WAI 8:30 AM 9:00 AM Interviews with Notable Women in Aviation.
Briefing - Manufacturer Demo 8:45 AM 9:00 AM Air Ops
ForeFlight IFR: Marking Up Plates & Maps to Make IFR Easier and Safe 9:00 AM 9:55 AM
Aircraft Paint and Vinyl Considrations 9:00 AM 9:55 AM Craig Barnett
Touring the US by Camper & KITFOX in a Trailer 9:00 AM 9:55 AM Dr Robert Jones
DPE feedback: Common problems 9:00 AM 9:55 AM Steven
INTRO TO ROTAX AIRCRAFT ENGINES with Q&A 9:00 AM 9:55 AM Lauren
INTRODUCCION A LOS MOTORES DE AVIACION MARCA ROTAX 9:00 AM 9:55 AM Uwe Neckelsen Forum CFAA-07
There Isn't a Man Alive Who Hasn't Made a Mistake 9:00 AM 9:55 AM Keith Clark Forum CFAA-09
Focus, Fatigue & Flight: Optimizing Pilot Energy 9:00 AM 9:55 AM Alexa Ballinger Forum CFAA-10
Does that mean I failed my checkride? 9:00 AM 9:55 AM Michele Rash-Keilman
Compression Testing 9:00 AM 9:55 AM Bill Ross
General Aviation Fatal Accident Data 9:00 AM 9:55 AM Dan Gryder
Advance Simple Vacuum Bagging 9:00 AM 10:00 AM Michael Bergen
Composite Basic Hotwire Techniques and Layups 9:00 AM 12:00 PM Jimmy Parrish & Debbie Van Treuren
Engines Aircraft Maintenance and Care 9:00 AM 4:00 PM
Metal Shaping Techniques 9:00 AM 4:00 PM
Sheetmetal Fasteners and Techniques 9:00 AM 4:00 PM
Welding Oxy-Acetylene Presentation & Hands on Techniques 9:00 AM 4:00 PM
Welding Tig Presentation & Techniques 9:00 AM 4:00 PM
Wood Aircraft Building Techniques 9:00 AM 4:00 PM
GPS & Radio Upgrades: What's Next from the GNS 430/530
CFAA-14
Workshop Crossfield Center
Garmin Team X: Tips for Building your Experimental Panel
Survived the Impossible Turn 10:00 AM 11:00 AM
Workshop Crossfield Center
Workshop Crossfield
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THURSDAY - APRIL 16, 2026
Save money as a First time Aircraft Buyer/Owner 10:00 AM 10:55 AM Team at PacTex Aviation Forum CFAA-02
You Can't Fly If You Are Dead 10:00 AM 10:55 AM Keith Roxo Forum CFAA-03
Vtwin 4-Stroke ATV Engine for Aircraft Use 10:00 AM 10:55 AM Chip W Erwin Forum CFAA-04
ULPower the Modern Aircraft Engine Explained. 10:00 AM 10:55 AM Herman Eshuis Forum CFAA-05 Stop ADS-B Abuse 10:00 AM 10:55 AM Donald Frano Forum CFAA-06
Rethinking Forced Landing Sites 10:00 AM 10:55 AM Dean Brown Forum CFAA-07
Weather or Not to Fly 10:00 AM 10:55 AM Jeff Arnold Forum CFAA-08
From Start to Part: Design Your Panel Like a Pro! 10:00 AM 10:55 AM Kranston Kincaid Forum CFAA-09
Maintaining Beech Bonanzas and Barons 10:00 AM 10:55 AM ABS Technical Advisors Forum CFAA-10
Business Aviation and Tax Consideration 10:00 AM 10:55 AM Suzanne Meiners-Levy Forum CFAA-11
Lifesaving Technology: Angle of Attack Indicators 10:00 AM 10:55 AM Karen A. Kalishek Forum CFAA-12
G. A. Annual Inspection Proper procedure 10:00 AM 10:55 AM Doug Keck Forum CFAA-13
Care and Maintenance of Tempest spark plugs/filter 10:00 AM 10:55 AM Jeff Schans Forum CFAA-14
Lycoming Engines Engine Installation 10:00 AM 10:55 AM Jud Rupert Forum CFAA-15
Trio Autopilot Users and Installers 10:00 AM 10:55 AM Jeffrey Odum Forum CFAA-16 The Kings on Straight Talk About Aviation Safety 10:00 AM 11:00 AM John & Martha King, King Schools Forum - FAA FAA Safety Center
Performer Experience 10:00 AM 1:00 PM Airshow Performers NE Warbird Ramp Fabric Covering with Stewart Systems
/
Astronaut, Space Flight Readiness Training, 10:00 AM 10:45 AM Aldora Louw, Associate Division Chief, Aircraft Operations, NASA Presentation The Hangar
Boeing "Coffee Talks" at the Pilot Welcome Center 10:00 AM Meet & Greet The Island Victory's Arsenal 10:00 AM Presenter To Be Announced Presentation Warbird Country (Ramp)
Trapped in the Hills: An Accident Case Study 10:30 AM 11:15 AM Mary Kuehn, AOPA Air Safety Institute Presentation AOPA Campus
Garmin Autopilots Explained: A Gamechanger for your Aircraft 10:30 AM 11:15 AM Garmin Regional Sales Manager Presentation Exhibit Booth N-011
Flying to the Bahamas & Caribbean - Its Easy 11:00 AM 11:55 AM Jim Parker Forum CFAA-01
General Chuck Yeager's Legacy 11:00 AM 11:55 AM Victoria Yeager Forum CFAA-02
Get Into Commercial Aviation Fast & Low-Cost! 11:00 AM 11:55 AM Matthew Toddun
Hypoxia Awareness and Oxygen Strategies 11:00 AM 11:55 AM Thomas Laux
Bringing modern practices to your cockpit 11:00 AM 11:55 AM Paul Jackson Forum CFAA-05
STOL aircraft: Form follows function 11:00 AM 11:55 AM Sebastien Heintz Forum CFAA-06
How AI Unlocks Intelligence in Maintenance Logs 11:00 AM 11:55 AM Paul Stavrides
Gyroplane 101 11:00 AM 11:55 AM Robert Snyder
Weather Charts and Flight Planning 11:00 AM 11:55 AM Brandon Smith
CFAA-08
Planning to Buy an Aircraft the Right Way 11:00 AM 11:55 AM Letisha D. Sailor Forum CFAA-10
DeltaHawk: What’s Different — and Why It Matters 11:00 AM 11:55 AM Connor Naeve
Dynamic Propeller Balancing Process and Procedures 11:00 AM 11:55 AM Steve Sennett
A&P / IA Certification Process and FAR Review 11:00 AM 11:55 AM Thomas Black
CFAA-11
DAILY SCHEDULE
THURSDAY
- APRIL 16, 2026
FR Safety: GPS Outages, WAAS Failures & Spoofing
Understanding Engine Mixture and Lean-ofPeak 12:00 PM 12:55 PM Martin Pauly
12 Tips, Tricks & Other Advice from a Ferry-Pilot 12:00 PM 12:55 PM Eric G. Sampson
CFAA-07 Dynon Installation for Experimental Aircraft 12:00 PM 12:55 PM David
CFAA-08 Who is "The Landing Doctor" and why care? 12:00 PM 12:55 PM Louis Mancuso "The Landing Doctor"
Deductions
CFAA-12 Biplane Racing - How to Get Started! 12:00 PM 12:55 PM Jeffrey Lo
CFAA-13 Inflight Emergencies - In Outer Space! 12:00 PM 12:55 PM Gary Dahlke
Improve Your CFI Technique (common fallacies) 12:00 PM 12:55 PM David St. George
Which Garmin Flight Display is Best for Your Aircraft? 12:00 PM 12:45 PM Garmin Regional Sales Manager
G. A. Annual Inspection Proper procedure 1:00 PM 1:55 PM Doug Keck
Thunder In The Sky-Like You've Never Heard Before 1:00 PM 1:55 PM Gary Dahlke
Painting Your Airplane Like A Pro 1:00 PM 1:55 PM Jonathan McCormick
Zero to 16 Degrees, An AOA Story 1:00 PM 2:00 PM Mark Korin, Alpha Systems
Presentation by Sam Scanlon/Lauren Miller/ Abby Hutter 1:00 PM 1:30 PM Lauren Miller / Abby Hutter, JS Firm
Presentation by Ryan Binns 1:30 PM 2:00 PM Ryan Binns, Long Distant Flight Planning
CFAA-15
FAN-CFAA
Clear Skies, Sound Decisions: Navigating Weather for Safer Flights 2:30 PM 3:30 PM Jenna Williamson, Leidos Forum - FAA FAA Safety Center Week of Giveaways 4:00 PM 4:15 PM Powrachute (LP-14)
Event Light Plane / Paradise City Briefing - General Flight 4:00 PM 4:30 PM Forums Tent - Air Ops
Light Plane / Paradise City General Flying Fixed Wing | Paradise City Air Ops 5:00 PM 6:15 PM *Start Time Approximate
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in Flight Podcast LIVE 5:30 PM
Documentary - “Our City Our Airport” - The Albert Witted Airport & GA Advocacy 5:30 PM
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THURSDAY - APRIL 16, 2026
DAILY SCHEDULE
FRIDAY - APRIL 17, 2026
Hot Air Balloon Launch | Paradise City Air Ops 7:00 AM 7:15 AM
Sarasota Smoke House Food | Sunset Grill featuring Beer, Wine , Frozen Drinks & live Music
Powered Parachute/Paraglider *(Air Ops Approved) - Paradise City Air Ops
WX
Breakfast at Twin Palms Mess Hall 7:30 AM 9:30 AM Adults - $12 | Kids - $6 | Kids under 3 - Free
Briefing - General Flight 8:00 AM 8:30 AM
Wilderness Survival Techniques (two 50 minute sessions (Part 1 of 2) 8:30 AM 9:30 AM
Morning SUN 'n FUN!!!" 8:30 AM 9:00 AM
Women Shine at SUN 'n FUN brought to you by WAI 8:30 AM 9:00 AM Interviews with Notable Women in Aviation.
Event Warbird Country (Ramp)
SNF Radio Program - 1510 AM / LiveATC.net/snf SNFRadio
Briefing - Manufacturer Demo 8:45 AM 9:00 AM Forums Tent - Air Ops Briefing Light Plane / Paradise City
IFR Safety: Mastering GPS Approaches 9:00 AM 9:55 AM Gary Reeves Forum CFAA-01
Designing the Perfect Paint Scheme 9:00 AM 9:55 AM Craig Barnett Forum CFAA-02
Flight Sim Training: Ultralights To Commercial 9:00 AM 9:55 AM Holladay Aviation Forum CFAA-03
Rivets & Sheet Metal Construction 9:00 AM 9:55 AM Sebastien Heintz Forum CFAA-06
Intro to Rotax Aircraft Engines with Q&A 9:00 AM 9:55 AM Dean Vogel Forum CFAA-07
Introdução aos motores Aeronáuticos Rotax 9:00 AM 9:55 AM Bruno Scotton Forum CFAA-08
Does that mean I failed my checkride? 9:00 AM 9:55 AM Michele Rash-Keilman Forum CFAA-11
Engine Leaning 9:00 AM 9:55 AM Bill Ross Forum CFAA-14
General Aviation Fatal Accident Data 9:00 AM 9:55 AM Dan Gryder Forum CFAA-16
Advance Simple Vacuum Bagging 9:00 AM 10:00 AM Michael Bergen
Composite Basic Hotwire Techniques and Layups 9:00 AM 12:00 PM Jimmy Parrish & Debbie Van Treuren
Engines Aircraft Maintenance and Care 9:00 AM 4:00 PM
Metal Shaping Techniques 9:00 AM 4:00 PM
Sheetmetal Fasteners and Techniques 9:00 AM 4:00 PM
Welding Oxy-Acetylene Presentation & Hands on Techniques 9:00 AM 4:00 PM
Welding Tig Presentation & Techniques 9:00 AM 4:00 PM
Welding Tig Presentation & Techniques 9:00 AM 4:00 PM
Wood Aircraft Building Techniques 9:00 AM 4:00 PM
GPS & Radio Upgrades: What's Next from the GNS 430/530 9:00 AM 9:45 AM
Author's Corner 9:00 AM 4:00 PM
General Flying Fixed Wing | Paradise City Air Ops 9:00 AM 12:45 PM
Workshop Crossfield Center
Workshop Crossfield Center
Flying Light Plane / Paradise City Drone Soccer World Cup 9:00 AM 5:00 PM
AM 9:30 AM
DATC: Avionics Tech 9:00 AM 5:00 PM
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FRIDAY - APRIL 17, 2026
The Kings on Straight Talk About Aviation Safety 9:30 AM 10:15 AM John & Martha King, King Schools
Garmin Team X: Tips for Building your Experimental Panel 9:45 AM 10:30 AM Garmin Regional Sales Manager
Limitless at Any Speed 10:00 AM 11:00 AM Justin Meaders, Paraplegic Pilot & Formula 1 Air Race Champion turned Fierce STOL Competitor.
Performer Experience 10:00 AM 1:00 PM Airshow Performers NE Warbird Ramp
Flying Around The World in a RV-10 10:00 AM 11:00 AM Alexandre Frota
Flying to the Bahamas & Caribbean - Its Easy 10:00 AM 10:55 AM Jim
Pilots N Paws -- Volunteer Animal Rescue Pilot 10:00 AM 10:55 AM Ken Menzie
You Can't Fly If You Are Dead 10:00 AM 10:55 AM Keith Roxo
Avoid an Audit: Sales Tax Issues for Aircraft 10:00 AM 10:55 AM David Brennan & Jackie Mustian
How to Optimize Your Aircraft Maintenance 10:00 AM 10:55 AM Maalav Pandya
- Homebuilt Homebuilt
CFAA-05 Stop ADS-B Abuse 10:00 AM 10:55 AM Donald Frano
12 Tips, Tricks & Other Advice from a Ferry-Pilot 10:00 AM 10:55 AM Eric G. Sampson
CFAA-07 Weather or Not to Fly 10:00 AM 10:55 AM Jeff Arnold
CFAA-08 Who is "The Landing Doctor" and why care? 10:00 AM 10:55 AM Louis Mancuso "The Landing Doctor"
CFAA-09 Flying Beech Airplanes Safely 10:00 AM 10:55 AM ABS Air Safety Foundation
ULPower the Modern Aircraft Engine Explained. 10:00
DAILY SCHEDULE
FRIDAY - APRIL 17, 2026
5 Tips to Hack Your Flight Training 11:00 AM 11:55 AM
by Lee, Lauderback 11:00 AM 11:30 AM Lee, Lauderback,Stallion 51
FAN-CFAA Warriors With Wings 11:00 AM 12:00 PM Ryan Melendez
Aerobatic Aircraft Design: Past-Present-Future
Safer Skies
by Jim Durwin
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FRIDAY - APRIL 17, 2026
2026
Injected Engines
CFAA-07 Bob Hoover - Perfecting Flight (Documentary) 1:00 PM 1:55 PM Keith Clark
TFRs: How to Avoid a Fighter Intercept! 1:00 PM 1:55 PM Lt Col Trevor Boswell
CFAA-10
Vantage 12 Overview for Entegra Pilots 1:00 PM 1:55 PM Cody Clemons & Randall Edwards Forum CFAA-11
Thunder In The Sky-Like You've Never Heard Before 1:00 PM 1:55 PM Gary Dahlke Forum CFAA-15
Painting Your Airplane Like A Pro 1:00 PM 1:55 PM Jonathan McCormick Forum CFAA-16 It’s a Risky Business 1:00 PM 2:00 PM Ray Heyde, FAASTeam Rep
Presentation by Karen Kalishek/ Brian Wynne 1:00 PM 1:30 PM Karen Kalishek/ Brian Wynne, New NAFI Leaders
Presentation by David St George 1:30 PM 2:30 PM David St George, SAFE
FAN-CFAA AutoGyro Flying 1:30 PM 2:30 PM Bob Snyder - AutoGyro USA (LP-25)
Presentation by Lt Col GAary Dahlke 2:00 PM 2:30 PM Lt Col Gary Dahlke, NASA Space Missions, Artemis II, Space X
- Light Plane Light Plane / Paradise City
FAN-CFAA Aeromedical Updates for Pilots 2:30 PM 3:30 PM Dr. Brett Wyrick/Dr. Susan, Northrup Forum - FAA FAA Safety Center Flying a Grasshopper 3:00 PM 4:00 PM Brad Rose Tree Hopper Ultralights (LP-15)
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Plane / Paradise
General Flying Fixed Wing | Paradise City Air Ops 5:00 PM 6:15 PM *Start Time Approximate Pattern Flying Light Plane / Paradise City
Sarasota Smoke House Food | Sunset Grill featuring Beer, Wine , Frozen Drinks & live Music
Powered Parachute/Paraglider *(Air Ops Approved) - Paradise City Air Ops
Briefing - General Flight 8:00 AM 8:30 AM
Final Rule Overview
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Women Shine at SUN 'n FUN brought to you by WAI 8:30 AM 9:00 AM
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Briefing - Manufacturer Demo 8:45 AM 9:00 AM Forums Tent - Air Ops Briefing Light Plane / Paradise City
IFR: Garmin and Avidyne GPS 5 Biggest Mistakes 9:00 AM 9:55 AM Gary Reeves Forum CFAA-01
Aircraft Paint and Vinyl Considrations 9:00 AM 9:55 AM Craig Barnett
Flight Sim Training: Ultralights To Commercial 9:00 AM 9:55 AM Holladay Aviation
Flying Around the World can be Safe and Fun 9:00 AM 9:55 AM CarolAnn Garratt Forum CFAA-04
DPE feedback: Common problems 9:00 AM 9:55 AM Steven Goetz Forum CFAA-05
Intro to Rotax Aircraft Engines with Q&A 9:00 AM 9:55 AM Brett Lawton Forum CFAA-06
Introduccion A Los Motores De Aviacion Marca Rotax 9:00 AM 9:55 AM Uwe Neckelsen Forum CFAA-07
Does that mean I failed my checkride? 9:00 AM 9:55 AM Michele Rash-Keilman Forum CFAA-11
Ring Gap & Cylinder Life 9:00 AM 9:55 AM Bill
Composite Basic Hotwire Techniques and Layups 9:00 AM 12:00 PM
Composite Basic Hotwire Techniques and Layups 9:00 AM 12:00 PM
Engines Aircraft Maintenance and Care 9:00 AM 4:00 PM
Metal Shaping Techniques 9:00 AM 4:00 PM
Welding Oxy-Acetylene Presentation & Hands on Techniques 9:00 AM 4:00 PM
Welding Tig Presentation & Techniques 9:00 AM 4:00 PM
Wood Aircraft Building Techniques 9:00 AM 4:00 PM
Rusty Pilots Seminar 9:00 AM 12:45 PM Mark Boguski
GPS & Radio Upgrades: What's Next from the GNS 430/530 9:00 AM 9:45 AM
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Learn about building and flying a Sling Aircraft 10:00 AM 10:55 AM Jean d’Assonville Forum CFAA-12
Lycoming Engines Maintenance & Troubleshooting 10:00 AM 10:55 AM
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