FLIGHT SIM EXPO

FlightSimExpo is one of the world's largest enthusiast flight simulation conventions, welcoming more than 10,000 attendees to events since 2018. The event is produced by the Flight Simulation Association, an organization connecting developers, simmers, and real-world pilots to make it easier to get started with home flight simulation. Skyward Flight Media has been a media partner since 2021.

2026 Media Partner

Partner Link

Skyward Flight Media is confirmed as a media partner for FlightSimExpo 2026. We will be attending in person. Our coverage will be split between our website and social media platforms.

FSExpo 2026: New Combat Arena Details

The Combat Arena at FlightSimExpo 2026 seems to be flying under the radar. We discuss new insider details about this important event for military aviation at the upcoming event.

Articles

Aaron "Ribbon-Blue" Mendoza

Jun 36 min read

Thoughts About FlightSimExpo 2026

As Skyward FM starts a new spike in activity, our co-founder thinks on the upcoming FlightSimExpo 2026 and its impact on how he views flight simulation.

Articles

Aaron "Ribbon-Blue" Mendoza

Apr 285 min read

Person using a flight simulator with detailed controls and screens. Text above reads "Registration for FlightSimExpo Tours & Experiences Begins This Weekend."

Registration for FlightSimExpo Tours & Experiences Begins This Weekend

Attendees can book planespotting tours, flight sim classes, a walking brewery tour, social events, and more. The initial schedule for the June 12-14 convention in Saint Paul is now available.

Updates

Skyward Staff

Apr 183 min read

Flight Sim Expo 2026 February 26th, 2026 announcements.

Get Tickets for FlightSimExpo 2026 Now: Prices Increase on March 1

Ticket prices increase on March 1st, 2026. More than 40 exhibitors have been confirmed. Grinnelli Designs presents the Combat Arena and more!

Updates

Skyward Staff

Feb 263 min read

FlightSimExpo 2026 tickets go on sale December 14th, 2026.

FlightSimExpo 2026 Tickets on Sale December 14

Tickets on sale December 14th, hotel information available, registration for exhibitors and sponsors.

Updates

Skyward Staff

Dec 7, 20252 min read

FSA Announces new Friday Exhibit Hall Access for FlightSimExpo 2026

Additionally, organizers announced that sponsor and exhibitor registration has begun. Flight sim developers of all sizes are encouraged to see how they can support the show.

Updates

Skyward Staff

Nov 18, 20253 min read

FlightSimExpo Releases 2026 Travel Details

The Flight Sim Association has shared their 2026 travel launch, featuring airfare discounts and our FlightSimExpo hotel rate.

Updates

Skyward Staff

Sep 3, 20253 min read

Flight Sim Expo 2025 in Review

An extensive account of attending the FSE 2025 from the point of view of an attendee. From travel to walking the expo floor.

Articles

Aaron "Ribbon-Blue" Mendoza

Jul 9, 202515 min read

FlightSimExpo Reveals Final Floorplan & Exhibitor List 2025

Flight Sim Expo has revealed its final floorplan and exhibitor list for June 2025. Take a look and plan ahead for your visit!

Articles

Skyward Staff

Jun 4, 20253 min read

Register for FlightSimExpo 2025 Now: Rates Increase on March 1

Time to book your tickets for FlightSimExpo! Rates increase March 1st, so there's no better time than now to pick your spot.

Articles

Skyward Staff

Feb 28, 20252 min read

FlightSimExpo 2025: Registration Open, Media Partnership Confirmed!

Media Partnership for FSE 2025 confirmed. Event registration open. The event has also arranged hotel, airfare, and car rental discounts.

Updates

Skyward Staff

Dec 18, 20242 min read

Interview: Bogey Dope; Former F-16 Crew Chief, DCS World Content Creator

An interview with Bogey Dope, former F-16 crew chief turned DCS Video Content Creator.

Interviews

Aaron "Ribbon-Blue" Mendoza

Jul 17, 202411 min read

FSExpo 2024 Friday Announcements: A.I. Enhanced Flight!

We discuss four artificial intelligence products presented at #FSExpoFriday 2024 that seek to enhance flight simulation.

Articles

Aaron "Ribbon-Blue" Mendoza

Jun 22, 20246 min read

FlightSimExpo Reveals 2024 Floorplan & Full Exhibitor List

Organizers are expecting record attendance at FlightSimExpo 2024 in Las Vegas on June 21-23.

Updates

Skyward Staff

Jun 5, 20242 min read

FSA Releases FlightSimExpo 2024 Seminar Schedule, Activities, Skyward Registration Link

If you have not been paying attention to the epic saga that is FlightSimExpo 2024, a lot of convention killing hurdles were surmounted in...

Articles

Skyward Staff

Apr 6, 20243 min read

FlightSimExpo 2024 Attendee Registration Open, Skyward Flight Media Registration Link

FlightSimExpo 2024 Event registration is now open. Use our link to register! Skyward Flight Media is once again a media partner.

Updates

Skyward Staff

Dec 17, 20232 min read

Flight Sim Expo 2024 : Early Details!

Begin planning early for next year's Flight Sim Expo; the community driven flight simulation expo.

Articles

Aaron "Ribbon-Blue" Mendoza

Nov 29, 20233 min read

August 2023: Going to the Next Level

Heads Up View sponsorship, Wings Over the Rockies corporate membership, VRChat Rookie Tournament, website updates and more.

Updates

Skyward Staff

Aug 9, 20234 min read

Flight Sim Expo 2023: Our Perspective

Our personal perspective of Flight Sim Expo 2023.

Articles

Aaron "Ribbon-Blue" Mendoza

Jul 12, 20236 min read

Flight Sim Expo 2023 Registration Begins December 17th, Skyward Discount Code

Registration for Flight Sim Expo 2023 begins on December 17th. 10% discount code available. Read for more information.

Updates

Skyward Staff

Dec 14, 20222 min read

Flight Sim Expo 2023 All Expenses Paid Trip Giveaway, Skyward October 2022 VTOL VR Giveaway Winner

Skyward VTOL VR Steam Key Giveaway Winner The results of our spur of the moment giveaway for one copy of VTOL VR are here! Once again the...

Updates

Skyward Staff

Oct 24, 20221 min read

Flight Sim Expo 2023 Media Partnership Confirmed, Discount Code

Skyward Flight Media has been confirmed as a media partner for Flight Sim Expo 2023! Read for more info and our discount code.

Updates

Skyward Staff

Oct 4, 20222 min read

Flight Sim Expo 2021: Seminar Highlights

The post-event impression of Flight Sim Expo 2021 is impactful. Though Skyward staff was unable to travel in person to the event because...

Articles

Aaron "Ribbon-Blue" Mendoza

Oct 1, 20215 min read

Honeycomb Aeronautical announces new hardware and Xbox Hub at Flight Sim Expo 2021

A summary of the new products announced by Honeycomb during their FSE 2021 presentation.

Articles

Skyward Staff

Sep 24, 20212 min read

Flight Sim Expo: Getting Familiar With FSE via Video From Yesteryear

As Flight Sim Expo (FSE) 2021 draws near, anticipation for the event continues to build. With many well-known exhibitors, speakers, and...

Articles

Aaron "Ribbon-Blue" Mendoza

Jul 20, 20212 min read

Flight Sim Expo 2021 Media Partnership, June 2021 Hind Giveaway Winner Selected

Hind Giveaway Winner Selected Coinciding with the launch of the Mi-24P Hind-F by Eagle Dynamics for DCS World, Skyward started up a...

Updates

Skyward Staff

Jun 25, 20213 min read

ABOUT THE EVENT

FlightSimExpo (FSExpo) is one of the world's largest enthusiast flight simulation conventions, welcoming more than 10,000 attendees to events since 2018. The show connects flight simmers, enthusiasts, professional aviators, and aspiring pilots to demonstrate the power of home flight simulation for training, proficiency, and fun!

FlightSimExpo is produced by Flight Simulation Association, an organization of developers, simmers, and real-world pilots working to promote flight simulation as both a hobby and real-world training aid. The community offers resources, learning content, webinars, and discounts on top flight simulation products.

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2026 at a Glance

FlightSimExpo takes place June 12-14, 2026 at the Saint Paul RiverCentre in downtown Saint Paul, MN, a quick 15-minute drive from MSP Airport.

Sponsors & Exhibitors

FlightSimExpo is excited to welcome new and familiar developers to this year’s event. In all, there are more than 40 exhibitors confirmed so far—with specific names to be revealed later this year (2026). See the list.

June 12th, FSExpo Friday

Friday, June 12 is #FSExpoFriday, a series of product reveals, announcements, and updates from flight simulation's biggest developers. Afterward, the exhibit hall opens for an evening preview.

Frequently Asked Questions

Have more questions about this event? How it works? Hotels? Travel? Vendors? See the official FAQ page.

June 13th and June 14th

Saturday, June 13 and Sunday, June 14 feature an interactive exhibit hall that shows off the latest in flight simulation. Two stages feature seminars, Q&As, and panel discussions on a variety of aviation topics.

Connect with FSExpo

MEDIA PARTNERSHIP

Skyward Flight Media has been a media partner for Flight Sim Expo since 2021. This expo was the first event of its type that Skyward covered after it was founded. Since then Skyward Flight Media has supported FSExpo both in online coverage and in person coverage. This includes posting and sharing official information about Flight Sim Expo from the Flight Sim Association.

2021: Online coverage.
2023: In person coverage.
2024: Online coverage.
2025: In person coverage.
2026: In person coverage.