BIG ADVENTURES FOR LITTLE AVIATORS!

Make SUN ’n FUN a family adventure! From the excitement of the daily airshows to hands-on STEM activities at the Junior ACEs Tent, there’s something for every young aviator. Families can recharge in our air-conditioned Family Oasis, explore the Florida Air Museum, or bring students for an exciting educational Field Trip experience. With plenty to see, do and discover, it’s the perfect family outing. And kids 12 and under get in FREE! Get your tickets and start planning your adventure!

• Field Trips: Educational experiences for K–12 students. Register!
• Junior ACEs: Hands-on STEM activities for young aviation enthusiasts.
• Family Oasis: A comfortable, air-conditioned space for families to recharge.
• Florida Air Museum: Interactive exhibits and aviation adventures.
• Daily Airshows: Excitement for the entire family!

The legendary Spirit of St. Louis replica is coming to Lakeland soon! Arriving in early November, this historic aircraft will winter at the Florida Air Museum and make a special appearance in Paradise City during SUN ’n FUN 2027. Follow SUN ’n FUN and Old Rhinebeck Aerodrome on social media for updates on its journey south and to catch the announcement of its arrival. Don’t miss this exciting piece of aviation history! 

Your support of SUN ’n FUN does more than make our annual fly-in possible. It helps us bring aviation experiences to our local community and inspire the next generation of aviators! This weekend, November 7, we’re hosting our annual Wings 'n Things event, offering free, hands-on aviation activities and family fun for our community. It’s because of supporters like you that we can make events like this accessible to everyone. Thank you for helping us inspire the next generation of aerospace professionals!

Camille Foreman has turned her lifelong passion for aviation into an impressive career path, thanks in part to the James C. Ray Flight Training Scholarship. Awarded the scholarship in April 2025 while attending Central Florida Aerospace Academy, Camille began flight training the following month, soloed at just 16 years old in July 2025, and earned her Private Pilot Certificate on January 2, 2026, at age 17. Since then, she has added a seaplane rating, earned her Part 107 Remote Pilot Certificate, and continues working toward a tailwheel endorsement. Beyond flight training, Camille volunteers with SUN ‘n FUN and the Lakeland Aero Club, where she has gained valuable experience flying, restoring aircraft, and mentoring within the aviation community. She plans to continue her training at Sebring Flight Academy while pursuing a professional pilot degree at Polk State College, with the ultimate goal of becoming an international airline captain and entrepreneur. Camille credits the James C. Ray Scholarship with opening doors that made her aviation dreams possible. 

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