FAQ

Air Dot Show Orlando will take place April 20-21, 2024 at Orlando Sanford International Airport.

Gates open at 9 am on Saturday and Sunday. The Flight Line Club and Corporate Chalets will open at 10 am on Saturday and Sunday.

The aerial portion of the show runs from noon to approximately 4:00 pm.

Practice schedules are subject to change and are therefore not published. You will likely see planes flying all throughout the week prior to the show. We are unable to post our practice schedules as they are subject to change. We recommend checking the latest news blog on our website for arrival and flight updates on all your favorite acts.

All the major acts, which you can see on our Performer Page, will perform both days. The specific line-ups of each day’s show are posted about 1-2 weeks prior to the show.

Due to security and check in procedures, no re-entry is permitted.  Please make sure you have everything you need to enjoy the full day at the air show when you enter upon arrival.

No. The narration of the event will only be available via the PA system inside the event site

Ear protection is not required, but is recommended, especially for children under 5 who may be startled by the noise of the aerial performance teams.

Please contact our Director of Public Relations, Chris Dirato at pr@air.show no later than 2 weeks prior to the show. Due to the volume of request, please note that only credentialed media are eligible for media credentials to the event.

Lost and Found will be located in a tent near show center. Please email info@air.show regarding lost items following the show.

We will have a variety of aircraft on static display inside the event site.

This all depends on what type of seating you desire.

Children 5 and under are free in the General Admission seating area and do not need a ticket.

Children 2 and under are free and considered a “lap infant” in the Flight Line Club VIP and Preferred Seating. Any children 3 and older or that require their own seat must have a ticket.

All people, regardless of age, count toward our 4-person limit for the Lawn Box seating. Your purchase of a one Lawn Box includes entry for up to four individuals per box. You can also purchase a 5th child lawn box ticket (ages 12 and under) by contacting our Box Office at the phone number listed above.

Sunscreen, ear protection and up to a one liter sealed bottle of water.  If you are in General Admission bring your own chairs.  A personal size umbrella is also permissible for shade from the sun.

No tents, awnings, canopies will be allowed.

Backpacks and bags are allowed, but will be subject to security inspection upon entrance. All prohibited items mentioned in these FAQs will be confiscated or guests will be asked to return them to their vehicles.

No smoking or vaping is permitted on the airport grounds

Yes, feel free to take as many photos/videos as you would like.

Please bring all camera equipment with you when you enter the gate, as there is no readmittance.

No. pets cannot be brought into the event site.

Yes, just please be courteous to other guests around you. May be subject to search.

BBQ Grills are strictly prohibited.

No outside food or beverage is allowed besides 1L of water per person. No coolers.

If you are in General Admission or a Lawn Box, we recommend bringing chairs.  Preferred Seating, VIP Corporate Chalets, and Flight Line Club VIP include seating so you can leave your chairs at home.

Shade is limited as the show viewing area is in the middle of the airfield. You will be allowed to bring a hand-held personal umbrella.  Tents and large canopies are not allowed as they block the view for other guests.

Our air show is ADA compliant.  For guests with disabilities, we recommend giving yourself just a little bit of extra time to get to the seating areas.

Yes, there are handicap parking spots in all lots. Please show your handicap placard to the parking attendants when you arrive.