Mooney Summit
The annual gathering of Mooney aircraft owners and pilots. Three days bringing together Mooney owners for type-specific safety education, social events, and a fly-in static display of Mooney aircraft.
What to expect
Quick facts
Dates
October 2–3, 2026
Location
Peter O. Knight Airport (KTPF) and Tampa International Airport Conference Center (KTPA)
Tampa, United States
Estimated attendance
~250
Exhibitors
~20
Registration
from USD 350 registration
Languages
EN
Regulatory focus
FAA
Also known as
Mooney Summit, Mooney Owners Summit
Who attends
Mooney aircraft owners, MAPA members, Mooney-specific A&Ps, type-specific instructors, prospective Mooney buyers, and a small contingent of demonstration flights.
Why flight schools attend
Flight schools operating Mooney aircraft for training or rental — a smaller fleet niche than Cirrus or Cessna — find the Mooney Summit valuable for instructor development, type-specific safety updates, and recruiting type-experienced CFIs. Schools without Mooney operations get less from the Summit than from broader aviation events.
Frequently Asked Questions
Mostly not — the Summit is tightly type-specific. Schools considering adding Mooney aircraft to their fleet sometimes attend to evaluate the type, the operating community, and safety culture before committing. Schools without Mooney operations find broader aviation events more relevant.
The Mooney Summit runs annually in September at a rotating US destination. Confirmed location and dates are announced via mooneysummit.com typically six months ahead.
MAPA (Mooney Aircraft Pilots Association) is the type-club organisation for Mooney aircraft owners and pilots. The Mooney Summit operates in cooperation with MAPA and many Summit attendees are MAPA members.
Listing last verified May 4, 2026 · Always confirm dates and registration via the official site.