Aviation Weekend
Aviation weekend is a celebration of aviation, innovation, and exploration. Connect with aviation professionals, and party with a DJ! Make sure to check out “Tales from the Flight Deck,” where astronauts and pilots share their career stories, answer your questions, and do photo opportunities.
TALES FROM THE FLIGHT DECK
Location: Universe Theater
Times: 1:30 PM & 4:15 PM
“Tales from the Flight Deck” Guests:
- August 1: Tony Antonelli, Trent Kingery, Rick Svetkoff, and Greg “Boss” Wooldridge (Executive Producer & 3x Blue Angels Leader)
- August 2: Chris Ferguson, Trent Kingery & Rick Svetkoff
- August 3: Tony Antonelli & Rick Svetkoff
Daily Highlights:
- Meet and greets with aviation professionals from the Central Florida Chapter of Women in Aviation International
- Hands-on activities and aviator meet-and greets in the Atlantis Aviation Center
- Flyover by a Starfighter jet at 11 AM daily in the Rocket Garden
- Blue Angels 3D in IMAX, showing daily August 1–8 (check schedule for times)
- Block party from 12–4pm daily with a live DJ, mini golf, corn hole, and more
LIMITED ACCESS VIP EXPERIENCE
Upgrade your experience with this exclusive VIP pass, limited to only 100 each day. For just $65 plus tax in addition to admission, your VIP experience includes:
- Special Gateway rooftop access for viewing of the Starfighter jet flyover
- Private meet and greet with the Starfighter pilots, including astronauts
- Private shuttle service to the Launch Landing Facility to view the Starfighter jet and NASA helicopter
- Choice of reserved seating at the “The Blue Angels 3D” IMAX® film or “Tales from the Flight Deck” panel on a first come, first serve basis
- Swag bag including a commemorative pin, lanyard, and badge, as well as snacks and drinks
Annual pass holders receive a 10% discount for the VIP Experience. (Must call 855-433-4210 to reserve.)
