A past Sun 'n Fun Aerospace Expo [Credit: FLYING Archive]
Key Takeaways:
The 51st annual Sun 'n Fun Aerospace Expo, held April 1-6 in Lakeland, Florida, emphasizes "turning up the tech" by showcasing new aviation technology and career opportunities.
The expo will feature an "Innovation Showcase" with cutting-edge aerospace advancements like the Pivotal Helix ultralight and increased drone demonstrations from companies such as Wing.
A daily career fair will connect attendees with numerous aviation companies for various roles, including a specific aircraft mechanic hiring event, and highlight humanitarian aviation applications.
Children under 12 are admitted free and can participate in various hands-on STEM activities, including virtual reality aviation simulations, robotics, and 3D printing demonstrations.
Sun ‘n Fun Aerospace Expo, known as aviation’s annual spring break, is celebrating its 51st anniversary this year in Lakeland, Florida.
This year’s SNF Expo, which will be held April 1-6 at Lakeland-Linder International Airport (KLAL), is “turning up the tech,” focusing on new technology and careers that cater to the more technical side of aviation.
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Meg Godlewski has been an aviation journalist for more than 24 years and a CFI for more than 20 years. If she is not flying or teaching aviation, she is writing about it. Meg is a founding member of the Pilot Proficiency Center at EAA AirVenture and excels at the application of simulation technology to flatten the learning curve. Follow Meg on Twitter @2Lewski.
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