SUN n FUN Aerospace Expo - (FL)

5 /5 Adam O.: Such a beautiful airshow and perfect place to take anyone you know thats remotely interested in aviation all the way to someone who is flying their own experimental aircraft into the field to camp for the week. Aviators in the area cannot miss this annual event. Aspiring pilots or those looking to get picked up by airlines also should come, and come prepared to speak with companies at the career tent. There is great pilot gear, experimental aircraft parts, merch, and of course, the unforgettable airshow and thousands of beautiful aircraft that show up every year. Its impossible to not have fun!

3 /5 Jerry Pryce: This year was underwhelming... It seemed like many vendors, particularly in Paradise City, were missing. In addition the light plane runway was very quiet; not near as many aircraft flying as in past years. I understand that the organizers would not allow operations due to concerns about wind.

5 /5 Raegan “R Lin”: It’s the greatest (aviation) show on earth! If you have even the slightest interest or liking of planes and all things aviation, this is a must attend. Even if you don’t, SUN ‘n FUN will change your mind, I promise. Held in good ole Lakeland every year, SnF is an incredible air show event that spans a whole week, with varying performances every single day. Yes, they bring in the renowned Blue Angels for a few days, the warbirds and many other military crafts come, there are drones concerts and parachuting and comedy flying acts and so much more. The event is held on the SUN ‘n FUN Expo campus and Lakeland International Airport, so it’s huge- they attract 200,000+ visitors to the event every this. This year, they literally sold out of tickets on the Saturday of the event. It’s just such a fun environment here. Pilots from all over the world literally fly into the airport to hang out at the event the whole week- they park their planes all across the grounds so you can walk around and see them up close, and even sit under a wing while watching the performances! It’s truly unlike any other experience you’ll have. The grounds are so large they have trams and shuttles that go all around, but expect to walk a minimum 10K steps if you’re there for even a few hours. Yes, they do have food and mostly fair style, and actually a lot of really good gift shops with souvenirs that are nice quality and not just cheap to get a buck. Do also beware if you come do NOT wear nice shoes- wear sturdy shoes you don’t mind walking a ton in and getting dirty. You will be covered in grime and dirt, it’s just the nature of the area. Oh, you can also camp overnight on the grounds too! There’s endless things to do at SnF, I promise it’s a bucket list worthy thing to attend! Bring your beater shoes, some sunscreen/ shades, ear plugs and sit back to watch the most entertaining aviation show around!

5 /5 Mark Sletten: This is a fantastic way to start off the airshow season. There are great performances, excellent food, and enough vendors to keep you busy for days. Not to mention weather in FL this time of year is typically balmy. We have a great time every year we attend.

5 /5 Nick Cason: Amazing airshow, will be back next year but better prepared with chairs and more drinks. Be prepared it gets extremely hot out on the tarmac and the parking while organized is packed.