{"id":2320347,"date":"2026-03-09T20:58:07","date_gmt":"2026-03-09T20:58:07","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/celebrity.land\/en\/?p=2320347"},"modified":"2026-03-09T20:58:07","modified_gmt":"2026-03-09T20:58:07","slug":"52nd-sun-n-fun-aerospace-expo-promises-high-flying-fun-and-family-entertainment","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/celebrity.land\/en\/52nd-sun-n-fun-aerospace-expo-promises-high-flying-fun-and-family-entertainment\/","title":{"rendered":"52nd SUN \u2019n FUN Aerospace Expo Promises High-flying Fun And Family Entertainment"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><\/p>\n<div>\n<div class=\"td-post-featured-image\"><a rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.ospreyobserver.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/Original_V3_2026_11x17-copy-scaled-1.jpg?fit=1614%2C2560&amp;ssl=1\" data-caption=\"\"><\/a><\/div>\n<p>Aviation enthusiasts and families alike are gearing up for the 52nd SUN \u2019n FUN Aerospace Expo, set for Tuesday through Sunday, April 14-19, at Lakeland Linder International Airport. Recognized as one of the world\u2019s largest aviation events, the weeklong expo promises high-flying excitement with daily and nightly airshows, educational forums, on-site camping and live entertainment.<\/p>\n<p>This year\u2019s event features a special extended Night Airshow on Wednesday, April 15, and a milestone 50th anniversary celebration of the Red, White &amp; Blue aerobatic team. Attendees can also take part in camping options, including early arrival sites starting on Saturday, April 11. Registration for camping opens on Tuesday, April 7.<\/p>\n<p>Adding a special touch to the opening night festivities, eight honorable World War II veterans will be honored during the opening night concert on Tuesday, April 14, at the Warbird Ramp. The evening kicks off at 5 p.m. with performances by Angie K, Thomas Mac and headliner Cooper Alan. This patriotic tribute is included with daily admission, ensuring every visitor can join the salute to America\u2019s heroes.<\/p>\n<p><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" decoding=\"async\" data-attachment-id=\"99071\" data-permalink=\"https:\/\/www.ospreyobserver.com\/2026\/03\/52nd-sun-n-fun-aerospace-expo-promises-high-flying-fun-and-family-entertainment\/24-ace-107_event-awareness_display_728x90-2\/\" data-orig-file=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.ospreyobserver.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/24-ACE-107_Event-Awareness_Display_728x90.png?fit=728%2C90&amp;ssl=1\" data-orig-size=\"728,90\" data-comments-opened=\"0\" data-image-meta=\"{&quot;aperture&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;credit&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;camera&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;caption&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;created_timestamp&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;copyright&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;focal_length&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;iso&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;shutter_speed&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;title&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;orientation&quot;:&quot;0&quot;}\" data-image-title=\"24-ACE-107_Event Awareness_Display_728x90\" data-image-description=\"\" data-image-caption=\"\" data-medium-file=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.ospreyobserver.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/24-ACE-107_Event-Awareness_Display_728x90.png?fit=728%2C90&amp;ssl=1\" data-large-file=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.ospreyobserver.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/24-ACE-107_Event-Awareness_Display_728x90.png?fit=696%2C86&amp;ssl=1\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.ospreyobserver.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/24-ACE-107_Event-Awareness_Display_728x90.png?resize=696%2C86\" alt=\"\" width=\"696\" height=\"86\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-99071\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.ospreyobserver.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/24-ACE-107_Event-Awareness_Display_728x90.png?w=728&amp;ssl=1 728w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.ospreyobserver.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/24-ACE-107_Event-Awareness_Display_728x90.png?resize=150%2C19&amp;ssl=1 150w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.ospreyobserver.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/24-ACE-107_Event-Awareness_Display_728x90.png?resize=696%2C86&amp;ssl=1 696w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 696px) 100vw, 696px\"\/><\/p>\n<p>The expo continues the Franklin family\u2019s legacy of showmanship, led today by Kyle Franklin, a third-generation pilot and professional wing walker. Kyle Franklin\u2019s career spans more than 25 years and includes jaw-dropping acts like comedy flying, motorcycle-to-airplane transfers and thematic performances, such as Pirated Skies and Dracula. Together with his wife, Liz, Kyle Franklin continues to push the boundaries of airshow entertainment while honoring his family\u2019s decades-long tradition.<\/p>\n<p>Early-bird tickets are $45 for daily general admission and $170 for weekly, rising to $50 and $180 respectively at the gate. Youth tickets (ages 13-17) are $20 daily\/$70 weekly, while children 12 and under are free. Parking is $20 on-site and available online in advance for $10. For more information on schedules, performers and ticketing, visit the official SUN \u2019n FUN website at <a rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/flysnf.org\/\">https:\/\/flysnf.org\/<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>With thrilling performances, educational experiences and unforgettable night shows, SUN \u2019n FUN 2026 promises to be an aviation event not to be missed.<\/p>\n<p><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" decoding=\"async\" data-attachment-id=\"99069\" data-permalink=\"https:\/\/www.ospreyobserver.com\/2026\/03\/52nd-sun-n-fun-aerospace-expo-promises-high-flying-fun-and-family-entertainment\/snf_aerospaceexpo_logo\/\" data-orig-file=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.ospreyobserver.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/SnF_AerospaceExpo_Logo-scaled.png?fit=2560%2C900&amp;ssl=1\" data-orig-size=\"2560,900\" data-comments-opened=\"0\" data-image-meta=\"{&quot;aperture&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;credit&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;camera&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;caption&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;created_timestamp&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;copyright&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;focal_length&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;iso&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;shutter_speed&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;title&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;orientation&quot;:&quot;0&quot;}\" data-image-title=\"SnF_AerospaceExpo_Logo\" data-image-description=\"\" data-image-caption=\"\" data-medium-file=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.ospreyobserver.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/SnF_AerospaceExpo_Logo-scaled.png?fit=1200%2C422&amp;ssl=1\" data-large-file=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.ospreyobserver.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/SnF_AerospaceExpo_Logo-scaled.png?fit=696%2C245&amp;ssl=1\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.ospreyobserver.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/SnF_AerospaceExpo_Logo-scaled.png?resize=696%2C245\" alt=\"\" width=\"696\" height=\"245\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-99069\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.ospreyobserver.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/SnF_AerospaceExpo_Logo-scaled.png?w=2560&amp;ssl=1 2560w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.ospreyobserver.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/SnF_AerospaceExpo_Logo-scaled.png?resize=1200%2C422&amp;ssl=1 1200w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.ospreyobserver.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/SnF_AerospaceExpo_Logo-scaled.png?resize=1000%2C352&amp;ssl=1 1000w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.ospreyobserver.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/SnF_AerospaceExpo_Logo-scaled.png?resize=150%2C53&amp;ssl=1 150w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.ospreyobserver.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/SnF_AerospaceExpo_Logo-scaled.png?resize=1536%2C540&amp;ssl=1 1536w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.ospreyobserver.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/SnF_AerospaceExpo_Logo-scaled.png?resize=2048%2C720&amp;ssl=1 2048w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.ospreyobserver.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/SnF_AerospaceExpo_Logo-scaled.png?resize=1194%2C420&amp;ssl=1 1194w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.ospreyobserver.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/SnF_AerospaceExpo_Logo-scaled.png?resize=696%2C245&amp;ssl=1 696w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.ospreyobserver.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/SnF_AerospaceExpo_Logo-scaled.png?resize=1068%2C376&amp;ssl=1 1068w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.ospreyobserver.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/SnF_AerospaceExpo_Logo-scaled.png?resize=1920%2C675&amp;ssl=1 1920w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.ospreyobserver.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/SnF_AerospaceExpo_Logo-scaled.png?w=1392 1392w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 696px) 100vw, 696px\"\/><\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<p><em> \u2018 The preceding article may include information circulated by third parties \u2019 <\/em><\/p>\n<p><em> \u2018 Some details of this article were extracted from the following source www.ospreyobserver.com \u2019 <\/em><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Aviation enthusiasts and families alike are gearing up for the 52nd SUN \u2019n FUN Aerospace Expo, set for Tuesday through Sunday, April 14-19, at Lakeland Linder International Airport. 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