MISSION: ENGAGE, EDUCATE & ACCELERATE THE
NEXT GENERATION OF AEROSPACE PROFESSIONALS
Proceeds from events held on the SUN ’n FUN Expo Campus fund over $2 Million annually in Aviation Scholarships and Education Programs at the Aerospace Center for Excellence.
THE FUTURE OF AVIATION STARTS HERE!
The Aerospace Center for Excellence is replenishing the aviation industry by creating Aerospace Professionals through our robust Aviation Education scholarship program.
Upcoming Events
iLDS WINTERFEST IX
Come out to an event that supports automotive safety and unity. All types of automotive enthusiast from all over the world are welcome!
UP UP & Away Florida
Watch the Lakeland skyline transform into a mix of bright, brilliant colors as hot air balloons launch from the SUN 'n FUN Expo Campus. Embark on a scenic balloon ride in one of many balloons on site in addition to the many activities offered at Up Up And Away Florida Hot Air Balloon Festival.

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iLDS WINTERFEST IX
December 7, 2019Come out to an event that supports automotive safety and unity. All types of automotive enthusiast from all over the world are welcome!
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UP UP & Away Florida
February 28, 2020 - March 1, 2020Watch the Lakeland skyline transform into a mix of bright, brilliant colors as hot air balloons launch from the SUN 'n FUN Expo Campus. Embark on a scenic balloon ride in one of many balloons on site in addition to the many activities offered at Up Up And Away Florida Hot Air Balloon Festival.
Scholarships
ACE’s annual scholarship funds made available to Central Florida Aerospace Academy (CFAA) and Polk County students is representative of the on-going commitment to preserve and enhance the future of flight through world-class events, inspiring and educating people of all ages.
When a student solos an aircraft they are recognized annually at the entry to CFAA when a brick is placed in their honor on the Flight Path to Success.
Become a part of the next generation of Aerospace Professionals with an aviation education!
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Recent News
Sixth Annual Solo to Success
carol cali 2019-11-27T16:07:43+00:00 November 19th, 2019|0 Comments
Sixth Annual ‘Solo To Success’ The sixth annual ‘Solo To Success’ was held Friday, November 22, on the campus of the Central Florida Aerospace Academy (CFAA) to honor 32 recipients of the James C. [...]
Project: Stratos 2020
Jayme 2019-11-11T17:08:18+00:00 November 11th, 2019|0 Comments
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National Anthem Auditions
admin 2019-12-05T19:49:24+00:00 October 17th, 2019|0 Comments
Calling all those amazing singers who are Polk County residents and are between the ages of 13 and 18 years old. We are pleased to announce open auditions for the daily performance of [...]
Help Us Design Our Zenith
admin 2019-10-10T11:57:59+00:00 October 9th, 2019|0 Comments
ACE partnered with Able Flight, a unique organization that shares a similar belief that learning to fly is a life changing experience. This partnership will enable those with physical disabilities an opportunity to earn [...]