Why Attend
Meet others who share your passion
FlightSimExpo hosts one of the largest displays of flight simulation setups in the world. Get hands-on with the best of flight simulation before making it part of your own setup, or learning how it can support your professional requirements.
The event is attended by a unique blend of flight simmers, gaming enthusiasts, real-world pilots, aspiring aviators, and aviation professionals. Every segment of the aviation industry is represented, including:
- Real-world pilots and air traffic controllers
- Airline dispatchers, operations agents, and flight attendants
- Aircraft maintenance technicians
- Military training personnel
- University and airline recruiters
Something For Everyone
Flight Simulation Enthusiasts
Meet fellow simmers and interact with developers
FlightSimExpo is the place where flight simulation enthusiasts from around the world gather. The show offers endless opportunities to meet the developers behind popular software titles and get hands-on with the latest hardware products.
It's also where your voice gets heard: talk directly with developers, share your feedback, and see your ideas influence the next release.
Beyond the exhibits and seminars, FlightSimExpo is a great place to build lasting connections with fellow flight simmers and FSA members. From tours of airports to interactive, on-site workshops, there are plenty of opportunities to meet and interact with like-minded aviation enthusiasts. It's so easy to make friends at FlightSimExpo!
New Flight Simmers
Get your first setup off the ground
Heard about flight simulation but not sure where to get started? At FlightSimExpo, you can try a wide variety joysticks, yokes, rudder pedals, and more—and buy your favorite right at the show! There's no other place in the world offering this wide a variety of flight sim software and hardware to try.
If you're new to flight simulation, FlightSimExpo can jumpstart the process. Getting hands-on in the exhibit hall provides the ultimate "try before you buy" experience. Plus, attending how-to seminars from experts and engaging with other experienced attendees makes it easy to ensure you leave with everything needed to get started.
AvGeeks & Aviation Fans
Fuel your fascination with flight
You don't have to be in the left seat to love aviation. For AvGeeks, FlightSimExpo is where curiosity turns into connection—bringing together the sights, sounds, and stories of flight in one place. From cutting-edge aircraft technology and realistic simulators to behind-the-scenes looks at how aviation really works, the show celebrates everything that makes airplanes fascinating.
Whether you're passionate about airliners, airports, history, or the future of flight, FlightSimExpo lets you meet the people who build, fly, simulate, and support aviation every day. Explore exhibits, attend engaging seminars, and connect with a community that shares your enthusiasm for all things aviation.
Aspiring Pilots
Learn how to turn your passion into a career
Flight simulation has the power to inspire: what starts as casual interest in a game often transitions into a training aid, and ultimately a career. Flight simulation is the start of so many pilots' journeys and has the power to save you more than $1,000 in flight training costs.
If you're thinking about flying for fun or as a career, attending FlightSimExpo can help make that happen! Alongside meeting professional pilots and engaging with career-oriented exhibitors, attendees can access seminars presented by aviation professionals focused on career paths in aviation.
Pilots and Aviation Professionals
Engage with fellow aviators and enthusiasts
FlightSimExpo is for certificated pilots as much as it is for hobbyists! 30% of attendees hold a pilot certificate, while another 28% are seeking flight training, and 10% work in aviation. If you've already caught the aviation bug, you'll feel right at home at FlightSimExpo.
The event is the perfect place to build your network, engage with other enthusiasts, and learn how flight simulation can best suit your personal or professional needs. Plus, consider hosting an educational seminar to share your knowledge or career path with an eager and enthusiastic audience.
