FlightSimExpo 2026: The Premier Flight Simulation Convention Begins Today in Saint Paul, Minnesota
The world’s premier flight simulation convention, FlightSimExpo 2026, officially commences today, June 12–14, at the Saint Paul RiverCentre in downtown Saint Paul, Minnesota — a mere 15 minutes from Minneapolis-Saint Paul International Airport (MSP).
The three-day event kicks off today, Friday, June 12, with a jam-packed schedule of activities. Here’s what to expect:
- Workshops and classes
- New product reveals
- Behind-the-scenes tours at MSP Airport
The main exhibit hall opens for an evening preview tonight, before full show hours run from 9 a.m.–6 p.m. on Saturday and 9 a.m.–3 p.m. on Sunday (CDT).
The 2026 show boasts over 70 interactive exhibits, including:
- Two dedicated seminar stages (FSElite and SayIntentions.AI)
- A combat flight arena
- National STOL flying workshops delivered by real-world competition pilots
- Aviation career mentoring by Professional Pilots of Tomorrow
Major product announcements are expected from leading developers including Microsoft Flight Simulator, X-Plane, Navigraph, Thrustmaster, MOZA, and dozens more during today’s #FSExpoFriday sessions.
For those unable to attend in person, FlightSimExpo Online is available for $15 at FlightSimExpo.com/Watch, providing ad-free live and recorded access to all seminars. The event is organized by the Flight Simulation Association and is open to pilots, enthusiasts, students, and anyone passionate about aviation.
Source: General Aviation News – FlightSimExpo 2026 Guide