Final preparations underway as SUN ‘n FUN Aerospace Expo brings NASA, Thunderbirds
By Staci Dasilva
Published on April 10, 2026.
The SUN 'n FUN Aerospace Expo in Lakeland, Florida, is set to begin with preparations for over 200,000 aviation enthusiasts. The event will feature NASA, the U.S. Air Force Thunderbirds, and hundreds of volunteers. The Federal Aviation Administration is sending 62 air traffic controllers to monitor and direct the skies for safety. Commercial flights with Avelo, Amazon and cargo flights have remained business as usual. Tickets for the event have increased by 25% compared to the previous year.
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