Garmin produces versatile, budget-friendly avionics designed for light sport and experimental aircraft. Garmin doesn't just design and sell products, they embrace the lifestyles. From aviation to marine, automotive to fitness, wireless solutions to outdoor recreation, Garmin employees are in the air, on the water, in the woods, behind the wheel and on the run. At Garmin, you never know how the next great idea will be born. But you know it’s coming soon. In the beginning What began as a brainstorming session of a handful of engineers around a card table in 1989 has evolved into a worldwide collaborative effort of thousands of colleagues. Garmin’s goal, as it was then, remains simple: To create navigation and communication devices that can enrich their    customers’ lives. Their innovative products span various areas of interest, including automotive, aviation, marine, fitness, outdoor recreation and wireless a...

We wish to thank AvSport for their support of U.S. Sport Aviation EXPO. AvSport is a new flight school based in Hangar One at the Piper Memorial Airport, Lock Haven PA (ancestral home to Piper Aircraft). They specialize in training candidates for the FAA Sport Pilot license, using modern Light Sport aircraft (at about half the cost, and half the instructional time, needed to earn a Private Pilot license). Visit their website to learn about their trainer aircraft and their Chief Flight Instructor....

At the Residence Inn by Marriott ® of Sebring you will find community friendly service and a healthy way to relax for central Florida Anglers, Golfers, Race fans and Outdoor lovers....

Started in 2006, SportPilotTalk.com is recognized as the discussion forum for sport pilots and light-sport aircraft. SportPilotTalk.com now has over 1,300 registered users and receives 18,000 visitors per month....

We wish to welcome back returning sponsor Remos Aircraft, Flight Design USA,  EAA and CubCrafters for 2012 EXPO. REMOS Aircraft: The REMOS G-3 has been a great success from the time it hit the market in 1998. Today, hundred's of REMOS aircraft fly the skies world-wide. Flight Design USA: For more than 25 years Flight Design has been professionally involved in sport aviation. Since 1997, more than 1,400 airplanes have been delivered to customers throughout the world. EAA: EAA was founded in 1953. Since then, the organization expanded its mission to include antiques, classics, warbirds, aerobatic aircraft, ultralights, helicopters, and contemporary manufactured aircraft. CubCrafters: "Refined, yet brutish." AOPA Online, in their January, 2010 review of the Carbon Cub SS...

The U.S. Sport Aviation Expo at Sebring Regional Airport has several new exciting events to announce for January 19-22, 2012.  Darrell Collins, Historian at the Wright Brothers National Memorial in NC will tell the story of Orville Wright’s 19ll flight that lasted 9 minutes and 45 seconds and is regarded as the first soaring flight and The Aviators, a weekly magazine-style TV series, will be filming during the four-day event as well. The last day of the show will feature a live airplane auction at 10:00am, created by Don Stephens, President of AvBid Aircraft Auctions. First time exhibitor, EZ Pedaler will display their high quality, low maintenance electric bicycles.  Attendees can test drive the model of their choice at Expo. EAA (Experimental Aircraft Association) is again participating as a sponsor this year and members will receive a discounted ticket at the entrance gate. AOPA (Aircraft Owners and Pilots Association)—...

Zenith Aircraft Company's 20th annual Open Hangar Day and Builder Fly-In Gathering is this Saturday at the Zenith kit aircraft factory in Mexico, Missouri.  Zenith Aircraft Company is a leading kit aircraft manufacturer which produces all-metal two-seat aircraft kits. The Open Hangar Day activities are open to all aviation enthusiasts, and especially to Zenith Aircraft owners, builders and pilots. The are many activities planned for both Friday afternoon and Saturday morning, including a banquet dinner on Friday evening. Attendees are asked to RSVP so that everyone can be accommodated...

We are pleased to announce our new sponsor Chateau Élan Hotel & Conference Center. Pedal to the metal. Maneuver the legendary hairpin turn at Sebring International Raceway and you'll find the Château Élan Hotel & Conference Center. With trackside viewing and golf packages, this hotel and spa is the perfect place for a stop. Château Élan Hotel & Conference Center is an ideal choice for a Sebring Florida hotel. They are offering a special “Vendor Rate” of $105 per room, per night plus applicable taxes; if reservation is made prior to December 15th, based upon availability....

We are still accepting Volunteers for the 8th Annual U.S. Sport Aviation Expo to be held January 19 – 22, 2012 at the Sebring Regional Airport. EXPO will reward those special people that work 8 or more total hours with a 4-Day Expo Event and Parking Pass, valued at $40.  Volunteers will also be recognized with an Appreciation Dinner, to take place on Friday, January 20th at 6:00 pm.  The dinner this year will feature good food, live music and a nationally renowned guest speaker, depicting the theme of EXPO 2012:  “First Flight”. Volunteer Registration Meeting: Date: Tuesday, December 13 at 6:00pm Location: Sebring Civic Center 355 W. Center Avenue, Sebring, Florida ALL Volunteers must complete a Volunteer Waiver and Liability Release Form. Download here and either send to Sebring Regional Airport or bring it to the Volunteer Organizational Meeting to be held this December (date, time and place to be annou...

We are pleased to welcome this new sponsor to EXPO 2012. MATCO mfg produces wheels and brakes in four, five, and six inch diameters with a variety of bearing sizes from 5/8 to 1 1/2 inches. In addition, we manufacture master cylinders, hydraulic cylinders, parking brake valves, axles, and other components for your wheel and brake assemblies. MATCO mfg is the largest manufacturer of wheels, brakes and related components specifically designed for the sport aircraft market. We are committed to supplying the highest quality products to ensure that you receive the best products. For more information please visit www.matcomfg.com or call 801-335-0582....