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3/28/23 – TUESDAY

Aircraft Buying 101:Things to Consider

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3/28/23 – TUESDAY

How Does Age Affect Aviation Insurance

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11:55 AM

3/28/23 – TUESDAY

How Much does it Really Cost to Own an Aircraft

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3/29/23 – WEDNESDAY

Aircraft Buying 101:Things to Consider

10:00 AM

10:55 AM

3/29/23 – WEDNESDAY

How Does Age Affect Aviation Insurance

11:00 AM

11:55 AM

3/29/23 – WEDNESDAY

How Much does it Really Cost to Own an Aircraft

1:00 PM

1:55 PM

 

3/30/23 – THURSDAY

Aircraft Buying 101:Things to Consider

10:00 AM

10:55 AM

3/30/23 – THURSDAY

How Does Age Affect Aviation Insurance

11:00 AM

11:55 AM

3/30/23 – THURSDAY

How Much does it Really Cost to Own an Aircraft

1:00 PM

1:55 PM

SUN ‘N FUN PARTNERSHIP WITH THE ISLANDS OF THE BAHAMAS 

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SUN ‘N FUN AEROSPACE EXPO ANNOUNCES 2023 PARTNERSHIP WITH THE ISLANDS OF THE BAHAMAS 

INCLUDING helping pilots fly to THE ISLANDS

WHO:

  • Reginald Saunders, Permanent Secretary of the Ministry of Tourism Investments & Aviation, The Islands of The Bahamas
  • The Honorable John H.W. Pinder ll, Parliamentary Secretary to the Ministry of Tourism, Investments & Aviation, The Islands of The Bahamas
  • Capt. Greg Rolle, Senior Director and Chief Pilot, Ministry of Tourism Investments & Aviation, The Islands of The Bahamas
  • Ahmad Williams, Regional Manager for General Aviation and Verticals Department, Ministry of Tourism, Investments & Aviation, The Islands of The Bahamas
  • Gene Conrad, CEO, SUN ‘n FUN Aerospace Expo

WHAT:

SUN ‘n FUN Aerospace Expo and The Bahamas Ministry of Tourism Investments & Aviation will announce details of their 2023 partnership.

The partnership includes SUN ‘n FUN hosting an all-new area called The Island, presented by The Island of The Bahamas. Surrounded by Seaplanes, The Island is complete with a cafe, entertainment, restrooms, showers, a storefront for personal and aircraft camping needs, grocery delivery, an Uber terminal, a new tram system hub, and more. The Island serves as a social hub where flyers will find the Pilot Welcome Center, a stage for forums and movies, and a gathering area to reconnect with old friends and make new ones while sharing aviation stories.

In addition, SUN ‘n FUN has partnered with The Bahamas Ministry of Tourism Investments & Aviation with a fly out Grand Bahama April 2-5, (following SUN ’n FUN) to showcase the ease of of flying to The Bahamas. It is an effortless experience, well within the capabilities of most certified, experimental, and even light-sport single-engine aircraft. Fifty miles off the eastern coast of Florida, lies the legendary Bimini and Berry Islands or a northern venture out, 60 miles away, takes you to pristine Grand Bahama, home to the Bahamas’ ecological wonders. More than 63 airports on over 16 distinctive islands can be found in most GPS’ databases, and overlapping VOR/DME and NDB symbols provide course guidance from the US coast and throughout the most frequently traveled routes in The Bahamas.

About The Bahamas
Explore all the islands have to offer at www.bahamas.com or on Facebook, YouTube or Instagram to see why It’s Better in The Bahamas.

About for SUN ‘n FUN Aerospace Expo

From its humble beginnings in 1974, SUN ‘n FUN Fly-In, Inc. is a 501 (c)(3) non-profit that markets and supports dozens of year-round events, including the Aerospace Expo. Proceeds from these events are the primary source of funding for The Aerospace Center for Excellence (ACE), which has emerged as a nationally recognized leader in STEM-related and aerospace education through its various learning centers, outreach programs, scholarships, and summer camps aimed at engaging, educating and accelerating the next generation of aerospace professionals. In addition to SUN ‘n FUN, ACE is the home of the Florida Air Museum, Florida’s Official Aviation Museum and Education Center, and the Lakeland Aero Club, which is the country’s largest high school flying club. For more information, visit flysnf.org. Join the conversation on Facebook (@FlySNF) and follow SUN ‘n FUN on Instagram (@FlySNF), Twitter (@SunnFunFlyIn) and on TikTok (@flysnf).

 

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SUN ‘N FUN 2023 TITLE PARTNERSHIP WITH E3 AVIATION ASSOCIATION

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February 8, 2023
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SUN ‘N FUN AEROSPACE EXPO ANNOUNCES 2023 TITLE PARTNERSHIP WITH E3 AVIATION ASSOCIATION

LAKELAND, FL (February 6, 2023) — SUN ‘n FUN Aerospace Expo, one of the largest and most successful aviation events in the world, announced today that E3 Aviation Association is the new title sponsor for the March 28 – April 2 event in Lakeland, Florida. As the first major air show and expo of the year, the partnership allows for the more than 200,000 aviation enthusiasts from around the world to enjoy what has become known as Aviation’s Season Opener and Spring Break for Pilots.

“E3 Aviation Association is the perfect partner to join SUN ‘n FUN this year. It’s an amazing brand fit in every way with the experiential event we’ve created,” said Gene Conrad, President and CEO for SUN ‘n FUN Aerospace Expo. “At the core of it all is our shared passion for aviation. We have so many fun and interesting surprises waiting for our visitors this year.“

“As the premier aviation membership platform, we owe a lot to the incredible passion that aviation fans and pilots have created across the country,” said E3’s Vice President of Marketing, Josh Volpe. “The pinnacle of aviation events and airshows, like SUN ‘n FUN, is a big reason why the industry has grown into such a phenomenon for pilots, aviation enthusiasts and students. When we were introduced to the SUN ‘n FUN team; it was an easy decision to become the title sponsor after seeing their passion, cause and vision as they continue to inspire and educate people of all ages.”

Taking off for its 49th year, SUN ‘n FUN Aerospace Expo showcases hundreds of aircraft on display including Vintage, Homebuilt, Aerobatic, Warbird, Jet, and Light Sport. One of the highlights of the five-day expo is the Blue Angels, the high-flying and awe-inspiring flight demonstration squadron of the U.S. Navy. Additional special airshow acts include U.S. Air Force F-35 Lightening II Demonstration Team, the U.S. Marine Corps F-35B Lightening II Demonstration Team, and Doug Rozendaal flying Mr. Mulligan, the Howard DGA-6 pioneer racing plane. SUN ‘n FUN also features more than 500 exhibitors, hands-on workshops teaching building and maintenance skills, and educational forums from pilots and maintainers about safety, new products, and other timely topics.

Tickets for SUN ‘n FUN Aerospace Expo are available online at flysnf.org.

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• Twitter: @SunnFunFlyIn
• TikTok: @flysnf

Access Press Release at flysnf.org