JFA Yacht & JFA Aviation: 2026 Show Season Across Sea and Sky

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May 19, 2026By James Fachtmann

JFA Yacht & JFA Aviation: 2026 Show Season Across Sea and Sky

JFA's yacht and aviation teams have already had a strong Florida show season in 2026, with joint participation and exhibits at four major events: the St. Petersburg Power and Sailboat Show, the Miami International Boat Show, the Palm Beach International Boat Show, and SUN 'n FUN Aerospace Expo.

A Strong Start in St. Petersburg

The calendar began on Florida's Gulf Coast at the St. Petersburg Power and Sailboat Show, January 15-18, 2026. The show created a natural setting for conversations with yacht owners, buyers, sellers, and charter clients who also value private aviation access.

Miami and Palm Beach Momentum

The teams continued at the Miami International Boat Show, February 11-15, 2026. Miami remains one of the strongest crossover markets for yacht ownership, private aircraft use, charter activity, and global travel. The show gave the team a clear opportunity to discuss brokerage strategy, acquisition planning, market timing, and the advantages of coordinated advice across both sides of the lifestyle.

That momentum carried into the Palm Beach International Boat Show, March 25-29, 2026. Palm Beach brought together serious yacht buyers, aircraft owners, family offices, and operators who expect direct guidance before making major decisions. For many clients, one trusted relationship across yacht and aviation matters can simplify the process.

SUN 'n FUN and the Aviation Community

In April, the aviation team participated at SUN 'n FUN Aerospace Expo, April 14-19, 2026, in Lakeland. The event remains one of the country's most recognized aviation gatherings, drawing pilots, aircraft owners, manufacturers, and aviation professionals. It was an ideal setting to discuss aircraft listings, buyer demand, acquisition strategy, and the broader private aviation market.

One Standard Across Sea and Sky

Across each show, the message stayed consistent: yacht brokerage, aircraft brokerage, charter, acquisitions, and selling strategy should be handled with care, discretion, and disciplined market knowledge.

For clients who move between marinas, airports, boardrooms, and family travel, yachting and aviation are often part of the same planning conversation. JFA's 2026 show season has reinforced that connection, and the team looks forward to building on that momentum throughout the year.