Black Aviation Expo

Feb 25–27, 2027 · Houston

Five experiences

Multiple points of entry — for youth, emerging professionals, families, and industry leaders.
01

Thursday · Feb 25

Future of Aviation & Aerospace

Youth Experience

An immersive career exploration experience bringing aviation and aerospace to life through hands-on STEM activities, demonstrations, career pathway exploration, and direct engagement with pilots, engineers, technicians, airport professionals, and industry leaders.

For: Youth ages 12–17

02

Friday · Feb 26 · Day

The Runway

Emerging Professionals Experience

Connect with employers and industry professionals through career conversations, networking, mentorship, professional development, and exposure to opportunities across operations, technology, engineering, business, skilled trades, and more.

For: College students, early-career & career changers

03

Friday · Feb 26 · Night

The Layover

Aviation Industry Basketball Showdown

A high-energy community basketball night bringing aviation professionals, emerging talent, partners, and the Houston community together for friendly competition, entertainment, and networking.

For: Professionals, partners & the Houston community

04

Saturday · Feb 27 · Day

Youth Flight School Demo

Experiential Aviation Experience

Moving youth from learning about flight to seeing it in action — flight demonstrations, aviation education, aircraft exposure, and interaction with aviation professionals.

For: Youth & families

05

Saturday · Feb 27 · Night

Altitude Soirée

Comedy · Community · Celebration

The weekend closes with an elevated evening of comedy, culture, connection, and celebration of the people and partnerships moving the future of aviation forward.

For: Professionals, sponsors & supporters

Choose tickets

Venues and exact times will be announced soon.