We welcome you to the 52nd annual SUN 'n FUN Aerospace Expo! We are ready to celebrate the Red, White and Blue at 52 as we honor America's 250th anniversary!

The Aerospace Expo offers the classic Daily Airshow, a NEW Composite Airshow on Wednesday, plus a spectacular Saturday Night Airshow, 560+ exhibitors, a variety of aircraft displays, youth activities, etc. We are thrilled to offer a variety of programming throughout the week, including The Hangar, Victory's Arsenal Theatre, hands-on Workshops, Forums, and more!

View our Media Resources Page on our website! It's the one-stop-shop for all of your media resources including our social media links, hashtags, press conference requests and schedule, media waiver, media events, and more!

MEDIA RESOURCES PAGE

CREDENTIAL PICK-UP

When you arrive at the Press Center Parking lot, proceed to the Press Center Check-in building in the northeast corner of the lot to retrieve your wristband, parking pass, and media badge. See the map below. Be prepared to show a PHOTO ID. Media personnel cannot retrieve another individual’s credential. After you park, a Press Shuttle will be available to take you to the Press Center. Please see map. No walk up registrations are permitted.

Media/Press Check-In Hours

Monday, April 13th - 8 AM to 4 PM
Tuesday, April 14th - 7 AM to 4 PM
Wednesday, April 15th through Sunday, April 19th - 7:30 AM to 12 PM

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PLEASE NOTE - Media Credentials include access to the Press Center and its amenities. The SUN ’n FUN Media Waiver applies to media credentials only. It does not cover any additional waivers that may be required for access to restricted or authorized areas during the event. Entry into these areas requires separate approval and authorization from the appropriate event representatives.

PRESS CENTER

We are proud to offer a facility that addresses the needs and comfort of the media representatives working at SUN ‘n FUN. While the center offers a spacious facility, it remains reserved for those with SUN ŉ FUN media credentials only and press conference representatives.

Our Press venue offers many features including:

AIR CONDITIONING
A dedicated Press Conference Area which is also available for podcasts, interviews, etc.
A “Chill-out” area to relax and unwind.
Coffee provided by Legendary Aviation Coffee throughout the week.

Press Hospitality Hours

Tuesday, April 14th – 7 AM to 5 PM

Wednesday, April 15th – Saturday, April 18th – 7:30 AM to 5 PM

Sunday, April 19th – 7:30 AM to 2 PM

PRESS SHUTTLE

The Press Shuttle can be requested for pickup/drop off by calling the Press Shuttle phone number, located on your media badge. Please make use of these 5 pick-up points:

West end of Warbird Ramp - Taxiway Foxtrot
East end of Warbird Ramp - Taxiway Bravo
Runway 5 & Taxiway Echo on the number "5"
Paradise City Welcome Center
The Island Shuttle Pick-Up

Press Shuttle Hours

Tuesday, April 14th - 7 AM to 5 PM
Wednesday April 15th- Sunday, April 19th - 7:30 AM to 5 PM

Any requests outside of these hours or to pre-arrange service, please speak with a Press Center Volunteer.

MEDIA INQUIRIES & TEXT ALERTS

For media inquires regarding interviews or early morning access to the SUN 'n FUN Aerospace Expo, please contact Melissa Goodson at 863-370-4928.

This is NOT the media shuttle or Press Center phone number. Only use this for media inquiries. Due to the influx of calls during the event, if you cannot get ahold of someone at this number, please text your name, media outlet, and reason for the call. Someone will get back with you.

For media updates straight to your phone, text MEDIA to 863-375-8862.

IN FLIGHT GUIDE

The In-Flight Guide is your all-in-one companion to the show. Inside, you’ll find daily schedules, entertainment lineups, food and beverage hours, key locations, ways to stay connected, and everything else you need to make the most of your SUN ’n FUN experience.

VIEW IN-FLIGHT GUIDE

EXPO HIGHLIGHTS

2026 Innovation Preview - Monday, April 13th at 4 PM in the Aerospace Center for Excellence Pavilion. SUN ‘n FUN Aerospace Expo is proud to present the 2026 Innovation Preview where over 20 SUN ‘n FUN Exhibitors will have the opportunity to take center stage and show the aviation world why they deserve to be called an Aviation Innovator.

📸 Laurie Goossens

📸 Mike Brown

📸 Martin Rogers

NEW! The Composite Airshow on Wednesday - Historically on Wednesday, we have had a daytime airshow from 1-5 PM, followed by a Night airshow from 7-9:30 PM. THIS YEAR… in an effort to provide more time to enjoy everything SUN ‘n FUN has to offer, we are introducing THE COMPOSITE AIR SHOW on Wednesday that combines the day show and night show into one! Our NEW Composite Air show will start at 5 PM and run through 9:30 PM. Enjoy a new airshow experience as the sun goes down and the temperature gets cooler!

Don’t miss the STOL demo on Wednesday from 1-2 PM presented by TL Sport Aircraft, showcasing some of the most well known STOL Pilots in the country demonstrating impressive short takeoff and landings on the grass runway at Paradise City.

NEW THIS YEAR! The Swamp - Step into The Swamp, our brand-new food and entertainment hub outside of Hangar E in the RV/Tent Campground with plenty of picnic seating for the whole family.

Grab a bite from local vendors like Lovebirds Almost Famous Chicken.
Enjoy live music every night from 8-10 PM.
Beer and wine available.

The Swamp will be open from 8 AM to 10 PM daily.

SEE THESE NASA AIRCRAFT AT SUN 'n FUN!

Aero Spacelines Super Guppy

NASA’s Northrop T-38 Talon

GO BEHIND THE SCENES AT THE HANGAR

Tuesday at 10:00 AM

"Flying the Super Guppy"

David Elliott, Super Guppy Program Manager & Lead Flight Engineer

Ever wondered what it’s like to fly—and load—something this big? Don’t miss this inside look at operating one of the most unusual aircraft ever built.

NASA ADMINISTRATION TO SPEAK AT SUN 'n FUN

Wednesday at 12:00 PM

"To The Moon"

NASA Administrator Jared Isaacman will be on site to share plans for returning humans to the Moon through the Artemis Program.

This is a rare chance to hear directly from NASA leadership about what’s next—and how today’s work is shaping the future of space exploration.

Thursday at 10:00 AM

Aldora Louw – Associate Division Chief, Aircraft Operations, NASA

Aldora Louw leads NASA’s flight operations and will break down Astronaut, Space Flight Readiness Training.

Friday at 5:30 PM

Sean “Shady” Brady, NASA Research Pilot

NASA research pilot Sean Brady will give a firsthand look at flying NASA’s aircraft—sharing real stories from the cockpit.

Then stick around that evening for a special showing of The Right Stuff—the perfect follow-up to a day of real-world flight stories.

MORE EVENT HIGHLIGHTS

EXHIBITOR NEWS

PRESS CONFERENCES

Company/Person	Date & Time	Location
Gene Conrad - SUN 'n FUN	April 14th at 8:30 AM	Press Center
DAHER	April 14th at 10 AM	Press Center
AURA AERO	April 14th at 11 AM	Press Center
Bristell	April 14th at 12 PM	Press Center
Fly ORKA, Inc.	April 15th at 9 AM	Press Center
AvNav LLC	April 15th at 10 AM	Press Center
AviNation	April 15th at 11 AM	Press Center
Light Aircraft Manufacturers Assn. (LAMA)	April 15th at 12 PM	Press Center
Vectored Voyage	April 15th at 1 PM	Press Center
King Schools	April 16th at 2 PM	Press Center
A&P Mechanic Institute	April 17th at 10 AM	Press Center
PEA Group	April 17th at 11 AM	Press Center

SUN 'N FUN RADIO SKYCAM

SKYVAN PHOTOSHIP - AVIATION PHOTOCREW

Once again the Aviation PhotoCrew will return to SUN ‘n FUN with the famous Skyvan photoship. The team will fly from Sunday, April 12th until Friday, April 17th for any aircraft wishing to join them for aerial photos and videos.