See Desktop Pilot in Action: Events We’re Attending in 2026
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If you’ve ever wondered what training-grade flight simulation really feels like, 2026 is your year to experience it in person.
Desktop Pilot is hitting the road and the runway this year with full desktop setups and complete flight simulators ready for hands-on demos at three of the biggest aviation and flight simulation events in the country. Whether you’re a home simmer, student pilot, instructor, or aviation enthusiast, we’re excited to finally meet you face-to-face and let you fly our gear for yourself.
Where You Can Find Us in 2026
📍SUN ’n FUN 2026
Lakeland, Florida
April 14–19, 2026
One of aviation’s most iconic gatherings, SUN ’n FUN is the perfect place to experience Desktop Pilot hardware in a real-world training environment—built for realism, durability, and long-term use.
📍FlightSimExpo 2026
Minneapolis, Minnesota
June 19–21, 2026
This is where the flight sim community comes together. We’ll have desktop configurations and full simulator setups available so you can feel the difference between consumer gear and purpose-built hardware.
📍EAA AirVenture Oshkosh 2026
Oshkosh, Wisconsin
July 20–26, 2026
The world’s greatest aviation celebration deserves serious simulation. Stop by to test-drive our setups and talk with the team about building a sim that’s right for your goals, training, proficiency, or pure passion.
Why See Desktop Pilot In Person?
Flight simulation is about more than gear it’s about realism, muscle memory, and confidence. Our hardware is designed to mirror real cockpit interactions, from tactile feedback to long-term reliability. Trying it in person lets you experience what videos and photos can’t fully capture.
Calling All Local Flight Sim Enthusiasts
We’re also looking for local volunteers in Florida, Minnesota, and Wisconsin who are passionate about flight simulation and want to help during these events. If you love the community and want to be part of the action, we’d love to hear from you.
📧 Email marketing@desktoppilot.com to learn more about volunteering.
We can’t wait to meet you, talk sims, and put you in the pilot’s seat in 2026.