Stratus Financial provides funding for Flight Schools and their students. Each year they sponsor and hold an event for anyone associated with flight schools, including would be students and their parents. The event will be held on May 20-22, 2026, at the JW Marriott Turnberry, Aventura, Florida. The opening night, Aviators for Autism Partners with AeroSummit 2026.
This evening event on May 20th will be at the North Perry Airport in Pembrooke Pines, about 9 miles away from the resort. Titled AeroQuest Havana Nights it will be from 7 pm – 10 pm featuring aircraft, exotic cars, food, drinks and a silent auction. Proceeds to benefit Aviators for Autism.
There will be free bus transportation from the main event to the airport hangar event.
AeroSummit 2026 “offers an opportunity to address the concerns, challenges, and opportunities facing flight schools, CFIs, suppliers, and students. With insightful keynote speakers, engaging panel discussions, and dynamic exhibition showcases, this event is designed to provide solutions and build lasting connections that feel like family.”
With insightful keynote speakers, engaging panel discussions, and dynamic exhibition showcases, this event is designed to provide solutions and build lasting connections that feel like family.
Aviators for Autism Founder and CEO, Antonio Ferrara will be on hand. He is also the Founder and CEO of Allied Jet Agency. Based in Sarasota, Allied is a Stratos Jets franchise and will be offered a new innovative jet card in 2026.
Additionally, partnerships with long-time private jet brokers, InstaJet Charters and The Boca Jet are planned to expand the charter operation.
Another new partnership, just announced, with Sierra Bravo Aviation, will expand the aircraft sales and acquisition business, as well.
With this extensive footprint in aviation, it aligns with Aviators for Autism mission to create employment initiatives for the autism and neurodiverse communities.
Future plans include events organized by aviation event specialists, Aircraft Guys. Aircraft Guys currently organizes events for several Angel Flight and Air Charity Network chapters.