Aerospace & Aviation Day 2026 sponsored by
Aerospace and Aviation Day 2026
PATHWAYS to AVIATION CAREERS
About
From piloting to avionics, careers in aviation are plentiful and well paying. This event is designed to inspire Seminole County students to follow their dreams in science, engineering, and aviation. Working professionals from the Orlando Sanford International Airport, its tenants and airline partners will be there to interact with students one-on-one.
* Event is for Seminole County students ONLY.
** Students under 16 must be accompanied by an adult. No drop-offs please.
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Orlando Sanford International AirportMillion Air Hangar
2841 Flight Line Ave
Sanford, FL 32773
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When
January 24, 2026
9am - 2pm
* No admittance after 1:30pm
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Schedule
Plan your day with our full event schedule, including aircraft aerobatics, educational presentations, and live demonstrations. From the opening ceremony to the final flyover, there's a lineup of exciting moments you won't want to miss.
Master of Ceremonies — Eric Burris
Only one meteorologist in Central Florida can say that they're born, raised and forecasting for their hometown. First Warning Meteorologist Eric Burris is thrilled to be forecasting weather for his friends, family and native Winter Park! A product of Seminole County Public Schools, Eric is PROUD to be a part of Aviation Day. While forecasting weather is the only career Eric has ever wanted to do, aviation is the big thing Eric loves in his free time. Eric is a private pilot, and proud to call the Orlando Sanford Int'l Airport his home base. When Eric isn't forecasting the weather, if it's not family time- odds are he's flying his Mooney out of Sanford. This airport has been his second home for aviation through flying his plane, and last year, was even the home base for a chance to fly with the Blue Angels in an F/A-18 Super Hornet. Eric looks forward to being a part of the community he grew up in, hoping to give back some of what was given to him over the years- because he knows that value in his life he received… and looks forward to helping the next generation of pilots and meteorologists thrive!
Event Schedule
| Time | Event |
|---|---|
| 9:00am | Gates Open |
| 10:00am | Door Prize Draw 1 |
| 10:30am | Speaker 1 – Jamail Larkins, Founder of AviationStart and FAA Ambassador for Aviation & Space Education |
| 11:00am | Door Prize Draw 2 |
| 11:15am | Speaker 2 – Kodey Bogart |
| 11:30am | Acron Aviation Academy - Presentation & Trivia |
| 12:00pm | Speaker 3 – Blue Origin Speaker Panel |
| 12:30pm | Aerobatics – Keith Lickteig |
| 12:45pm | Door Prize Draw 3 |
| 1:00pm | Speaker 4 – Adam Stark |
| 1:15pm | Speaker 5 – Acron Aviation Academy |
| 1:30pm | Door Prize Draw 4 *** GATES CLOSE *** |
| 2:00pm | Event Close |
FREE Plane Rides — EAA Young Eagles
Exhibitors
Meet the organizations shaping the future of aviation and aerospace. Our exhibitors include flight schools, aviation companies, public safety agencies, and educational partners ready to engage and inspire attendees of all ages.
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Hangar Exhibitors
- Acron Aviation Academy
- AVCON, Inc
- Aviation Institute of Maintenance
- Avocet Aviation Services, LLC
- Blue Origin
- C&S Companies
- CE Avionics, INC
- Civil Air Patrol
- Eagle Aerospace Academy
- Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University
- Everglades University
- FAA SFB ATCT — Control Tower
- Flexjet
- Helo Girls — Kodey Bogart
- MetroPlan Orlando
- Orlando Air Force & Space Force Recruiting
- Orlando Health Lake Mary EMS
- Orlando Sanford Flying Club
- Orlando Science Center
- RS&H
- Sanford Aero Modelers
- Seminole County Public Schools
- Seminole State College
- TSA — Explosives
- TSA — MCO K9
- VMD Corp
Apron Exhibitors
- Acron Aviation Academy
- Allegiant Airlines
- Civil Air Patrol
- EAA Young Eagles
- Florida Highway Patrol
- Florida State Guard
- Hans Nordsiek
- Orlando Health Air Care Team
- SAA Aircraft Rescue and Firefighting (ARFF)
- Sanford Airport Police Department
- Seminole County Sheriff's Office
- Servant Air Ministries, Inc
- U.S. Air Force
- U.S. Navy
- Valiant Air Command
The Old Crow. The World's Only Talking Biplane.
Show Times: 9:45am, 10:45am, 11:45am, 12:45pm
Speakers
Hear from aviation professionals, veterans, and innovators as they share their stories and insights. These inspiring speakers bring real-world experience to the stage, offering valuable perspectives for students, educators, and aspiring aviators.
Dr. Adam Stark
Academic Dean of the Center for Computer and Engineering Technology
Seminole State College
Dr. Kodey Bogart, AvD
Author, helicopter pilot, aviation safety leader, and expert in Safety Management Systems (SMS)
Helo Girls™
Jamail Larkins
Founder of AviationStart and FAA Ambassador for Aviation & Space Education
AviationStart
Partners
We’re proud to partner with sponsors and supporters whose contributions make Aviation Day Orlando Sanford possible. Learn more about the companies and organizations investing in aviation education and community outreach.
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Location & Parking
Aviation Day Orlando Sanford is held at the Million Air Hangar at Orlando Sanford International Airport. Whether you're arriving by car or plane, explore maps and parking details below to help plan your visit.
