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SKY HIGH Aerospace Expo., 16701 Airport Road, Maxton, NC (2026)

05/27/2026

🚨 OFFICIAL PARTNER ANNOUNCEMENT 🚨

Sky High Aerospace Expo is proud to welcome SkyRift Eyewear as the Official Eyewear Partner of the 2026 Sky High Aerospace Expo!

This partnership makes perfect sense. SkyRift isn’t just another sunglasses brand — they’re building performance eyewear designed for pilots, aviation enthusiasts, drivers, and anyone who demands clarity when it matters most.

Their products are aviation-inspired, built for real-world performance, and made for people who live life with their eyes on the horizon.

That’s exactly the kind of brand we want in front of the Sky High audience.

From the flightline to the ramp, SkyRift Eyewear represents performance, precision, and passion for aviation — and we’re excited to have them onboard as we continue building one of the most exciting aviation events in the Southeast.

Welcome to the Sky High family, SkyRift Eyewear!

Built on the ramp. Tested in the sky.
Break the Horizon.

05/27/2026

🔥🌶️ FIRST-EVER SKY HIGH CHILI COOK-OFF! 🌶️🔥

We’re turning up the heat at Sky High Aerospace Expo with something brand new for 2026 — our first-ever Chili Cook-Off!

Think your team has what it takes to bring the BEST chili? This is your chance to prove it.

Registration goes live July 4th at 8:00 AM
💵 $100 per team
🏆 Limited to 20 teams
💰 Cash prizes
🔥 Exclusive custom trophies

And yes — we’ll be following the International Chili Society’s official rules to keep the competition fair, organized, and legit.

Start getting your team ready. Once these 20 spots are gone, they’re gone.

Bring the heat. Take home the glory.

More details coming soon at SkyHighExpo.com

05/22/2026

🚨 VOLUNTEERS WANTED! 🚨

The 2026 Sky High Expo is growing fast, and events like this do not happen without an incredible team of volunteers behind the scenes.

From helping guests, supporting event operations, assisting with parking, keeping things organized, and making sure families have a great experience — our volunteers are a major part of what makes this event possible.

If you love aviation, community, STEM, motorsports, or just want to be part of something exciting and meaningful, we want you on the team.

Help us build something special for Scotland County and the future of the Sky High Expo.

Please pass the word along, tag someone who may be interested, and use the link below to sign up!

👇 Volunteer Sign-Up Link:
https://form.jotform.com/250547993242160

05/19/2026

✈️ We Want Your Honest Opinion

As we continue building the Sky High Expo brand and merch lineup, we want to hear directly from the aviation community.

What kinds of merchandise do you ACTUALLY buy at airshows, fly-ins, races, and aviation events?

And maybe more importantly…

What kinds of merch do you immediately walk past, throw away, or regret buying later?

We’re trying to build merchandise people genuinely want to wear, use, collect, and keep — not just another generic event shirt that ends up in the back of a drawer.

Hats?
Stickers?
Patches?
Tumblers?
Flags?
Can coolers?
Aviation lifestyle gear?
Premium apparel?
Things for pilots?
Things for kids?

Drop your thoughts below ⬇️

Tell us:
✅ What you LOVE seeing at events
❌ What you think is overdone or useless
🔥 What would actually make you stop and buy something

We’re listening.

05/17/2026

🔥 SKY HIGH IS EXPANDING BEYOND THE FLIGHTLINE 🔥

This special Motorsports Edition flyer highlights just one part of what’s coming to the 2026 Sky High Expo. ✈️🏁

While Sky High continues to grow as one of the Southeast’s premier aviation experiences, we’re also quickly becoming an up-and-coming motorsports attraction unlike anything else in the region.

On Saturday, October 17th, the event will feature a HUGE car show packed with:
🏆 Multiple vehicle categories
🏆 Judging & trophies
🏆 Classic cars, muscle cars, lifted trucks, imports, exotics, bikes, customs & more
🏆 Vendors, food, music, and an atmosphere built for enthusiasts

This isn’t just parking cars in a field. We’re building an experience that blends aviation, motorsports, community, and adrenaline into one massive event.

Whether you’re into horsepower in the sky or horsepower on the ground — this event is for YOU.

📢 HELP US SPREAD THE WORD!
Tag your car clubs, truck groups, shops, friends, and local automotive pages. We want the motorsports community to know something BIG is coming to Maxton.

⚠️ Official vehicle registration details, classes, rules, judging information, and sign-up openings will be announced soon right here on Facebook and on our official website:
🌐 www.skyhighexpo.com

The future of Sky High is growing fast…
And we’re just getting started. 🔥

05/09/2026

🚨 MORE THAN JUST AN AIRSHOW 🚨
✈️ EDUCATION • STEM • COMMUNITY • INSPIRATION ✈️

Most people will come to Sky High expecting aircraft, engines, smoke, and excitement.

What many of them won’t realize is that a single conversation, a single experience, or a single moment here could completely change the direction of a young person’s life forever.

That is why Sky High exists.

The 2026 Sky High Expo is proud to operate as an official 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization focused on aviation education, community engagement, and inspiring the next generation through STEM.

While many people recognize Sky High for the aircraft, performances, and excitement of airshow weekend — our mission has always gone far beyond entertainment.

At the heart of that mission is our STEM Day.

On Friday, October 16, students and families will have the opportunity to experience aviation up close through interactive exhibits, aircraft displays, hands-on activities, and direct exposure to the people who live and work within the aerospace industry every single day.

But while aviation serves as the centerpiece of our event, our STEM mission extends far beyond the flightline.

From automotive careers and public works to emergency services, engineering, skilled trades, logistics, technology, and countless other professions — we believe young people deserve opportunities to explore every path that helps keep our communities, industries, and country moving forward.

For some young attendees, it may simply become a fun and unforgettable experience.

But for others, it could become the moment that changes everything.

👨‍✈️ A future pilot
🛠️ A mechanic
🚒 A firefighter
⚙️ An engineer
🚓 A first responder
🧑‍🏭 A skilled tradesman
🎖️ A military aviator
📡 An air traffic controller
⭐ A future leader

We believe STEM education has the power to inspire confidence, discipline, curiosity, and purpose — and we are committed to creating a safe, welcoming environment where those dreams can begin to take shape.

Because sometimes all it takes is one moment…
One aircraft…
One conversation…
One experience…

…to change the course of someone’s life forever.

At its core, Sky High exists to inspire people to dream bigger than they did the day before.

And that mission will always come first.

2026 Sky High Expo

📍 Laurinburg–Maxton Airport
📅 October 16–18, 2026

“Where Inspiration Takes Flight.”

05/06/2026

✈️ WHAT DOES THE SKY HIGH WEEKEND LOOK LIKE? ✈️

We’ve had a few people ask how the schedule works for the 2026 Sky High Expo — so here’s a quick breakdown!

🔥 FRIDAY — OCT 16
STEM & Fly-In Day
• Student STEM activities
• Pilot arrivals & camping
• Airshow rehearsal activity
• Community atmosphere around the airport
• Afterburner Bash™ in the evening

🔥 SATURDAY — OCT 17
MAIN AIRSHOW DAY
• The primary public airshow
• Aerobatic performances
• Warbirds & performers
• Hot Streak II Jet Truck
• Car Show
• Chili Cook-Off
• Twilight performances
• Fireworks finale
• Vendors, exhibits, food, and more

🎟️ Saturday is the primary ticketed public event day.

🔥 SUNDAY — OCT 18
Community Fly-Out Day
• Church service
• Relaxed airport atmosphere
• Pilot departures & fly-out activities

So while Saturday is the BIG show day, the entire weekend is designed to create a full aviation and motorsports experience for pilots, families, campers, photographers, car enthusiasts, and fans.

This isn’t just a few hours at an airport…

It’s a full weekend experience.

“Where Inspiration Takes Flight.”

05/04/2026

🔥 RETURNING TO SKY HIGH 2026 🔥

The legendary Hot Streak II is coming back to the Sky High Aerospace Expo & Fly-In… and this year it’s bringing the HEAT both day AND night. 💥

Experience the thunder of jet power as Hot Streak II charges down the runway in jaw-dropping daytime runs filled with smoke, speed, flames, and raw horsepower…

Then watch the intensity rise after sunset as the truck lights up the night sky in an unforgettable after-dark performance packed with FIRE, NOISE, and pure adrenaline. 🌙🔥

And that’s not all…

Hot Streak II will once again go head-to-head against aircraft in one of the most crowd-favorite moments of the weekend — the legendary runway race between jet truck and airplane! ✈️⚡

Who takes the win? You’ll have to see it LIVE.

From roaring engines and towering fireballs to smoke trails and runway-rattling power, this is the kind of performance you FEEL in your chest.

📅 Saturday, October 17, 2026
📍 Laurinburg-Maxton Airport (KMEB)
🎟️ Tickets On Sale August 1st
🌐 www.skyhighexpo.com

04/29/2026

📣 BIG THINGS ARE COMING TO SKY HIGH 2026 📣

As we continue building the BIGGEST and most exciting Sky High Expo yet, we wanted to give everyone a look at some important upcoming dates and new experiences coming to this year’s event weekend!

🔥 JULY 4TH, 2026
Chili Cookoff registrations officially OPEN! 🌶️
Get your team ready because this competition is going to bring serious flavor, fun, and bragging rights to the flightline. More details and registration info will be released on July 4th.

🎟 AUGUST 1ST, 2026
Official event ticket sales go LIVE!
This includes general admission, VIP experiences, camping options, and more. If you’re planning to attend, we strongly encourage getting tickets early.

🔥 FRIDAY NIGHT — OCTOBER 16TH
Introducing the return of the Afterburner Bash™!

Following our STEM Day and airshow rehearsal performances, the Sky High ramp transforms into an evening celebration that is completely FREE and open to the public.

Come experience:
✈️ Meet & socialize with performers
🎶 Live music
🍔 Food & drinks
🔥 Incredible static aircraft displays
👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Family-friendly atmosphere
🎟 Discounted on-site tickets for Saturday’s airshow

This is one of the most unique opportunities of the weekend — giving fans a chance to experience the atmosphere of an airshow from the inside alongside the people who help make it happen.

⛪ SUNDAY — OCTOBER 18TH
We are also honored to introduce the FIRST EVER Sky High Sunday Church Service, free and open to the public.

As we close out an incredible weekend of aviation, community, and inspiration, we invite everyone to join us for a meaningful time of fellowship and reflection before the final fly-out and departure activities begin.

This event has always been about more than airplanes. It’s about bringing people together.

📍 Laurinburg-Maxton Airport
📅 October 16–18, 2026
🌐 www.skyhighexpo.com

02/08/2026

👀 No, your glasses aren’t dirty…

Something new is cooking at Sky High.

This is your first sneak peek at an entirely new addition coming to Sky High this year.

We’re keeping the details under wraps for now, but trust us — this one’s going to bring the heat 🌶️🔥

Full details drop next week.
Stay tuned. You’re not going to want to miss this one.

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