Air shows and Fly-Ins are a great way to connect with fellow pilots, aviation enthusiasts and friends. Every year, we enjoy gathering to connect and celebrate our love of aviation and share experiences and learnings with each other. In 2025, Lightspeed Aviation will be exhibiting at the typical shows where you have come accustomed to visiting with us such as Sun n Fun and AirVenture. But there are many, many more fun aviation events for you to check out. Here are some of these popular air shows and events:
1. VERTICON (previously HAI HELI-EXPO) 2025
March 10-13, 2025 in Dallas, Texas
Be part of the world’s largest helicopter conference and trade show at VERTICON! Connect, network, learn, advance your professional goals, and join the conversation in shaping the future of vertical aviation. Network with 15,000 industry leaders, explore 600+ exhibitor booths, and discover the latest innovations in the industry.
2. Women in Aviation International Conference
March 27-29, 2025 in Denver, Colorado
This event features inspiring keynote speakers, career-advancing professional development seminars, engaging education sessions, exciting exhibits, scholarship award opportunities, and the 2025 Pioneer Hall of Fame inductions. Come to this event for growth, inspiration, rewarding networking opportunities and a chance to celebrate women shaping the aviation industry.
April 1-6, 2025 in Lakeland, Florida
Sun ‘n Fun combines an air show with a comprehensive exhibition of aviation products and services. Attendees can enjoy aerobatic performances, fly-ins, and educational seminars covering various topics in aviation technology.
April 9-12, 2025 in Friedrichshafen, Germany
AERO Friedrichshafen is the global trade show dedicated to all aspects of General Aviation. With over 12 exhibition halls featuring an array of static displays ranging from Gliders, Ultralights, piston aircraft and helicopters, there is something for everyone. AERO welcomes more than 650 exhibitors from 35 countries, 35,000+ attendees and 500+ journalists from all over the world, making AERO Friedrichshafen the international community’s annual meeting place.
5. Great Alaska Aviation Gathering
May 3-4, 2025 in Palmer, Alaska
Join more than 20,000 Aviation enthusiasts and professionals and more than 150 exhibitors from around the world at the Great Alaska Aviation Gathering – the largest free aviation event in the country! Enjoy the Show and Shine Aircraft show, aircraft displays, the popular Fly Market Swap Meet, Career Fair, youth activity center, and annual aircraft raffle.
6. APSCON 2025
July 14-18, 2025 in Phoenix, Arizona
Elevate your public safety aviation knowledge and expertise at APSCON 2025 and APSCON Unmanned 2024. Filled with education and training opportunities, APSA will offer a variety of courses and classes from experts in the industry as well as information on the newest technologies, and valuable networking opportunities to connect with others in the industry.
July 21-27, 2025 in Oshkosh, Wisconsin
EAA AirVenture Oshkosh is known as the world’s largest aviation gathering with over 500,000 attendees each year. Oshkosh showcases thousands of aircraft, including vintage, homebuilt, and experimental planes and features several educational forums, workshops, and acrobatic air shows, making it a must-attend event for anyone passionate about aviation.
Oshkosh Fly-In
While part of EAA AirVenture Oshkosh, the Oshkosh Fly-In invites general aviation pilots to showcase their aircraft while engaging in community activities.
8. National Championship Air Races
September 10-14, 2025 in Reno, Nevada
This unique event combines competitive racing with stunning aerial displays. Pilots can engage in thrilling races while spectators enjoy a variety of aircraft types and performances.
As always, we look forward to connecting with friends in the aviation community and we hope to see you at some of these!
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