Stratus Financial’s AeroSummit 2026 Expands with Sponsors Four Forces and Right Rudder Marketing

USA – The second annual Aero Summit, a U.S.-based national event dedicated to the flight training industry, will return from May 20–22, 2026, with expanded programming and two new Co-Title Sponsors: Four Forces and Right Rudder Marketing. Organized by Stratus Financial, the summit brings together key players in flight training for education, networking, and community-building.

• Four Forces, a flight school management software provider, and Right Rudder Marketing, an aviation marketing agency, will serve as Co-Title Sponsors of Aero Summit 2026.
• Aero Summit 2026 will take place at the JW Marriott Turnberry in Miami and feature a golf tournament, static aircraft displays, educational sessions, and an exhibit floor.
• A portion of event proceeds will benefit Aviators for Autism, continuing the event’s focus on community impact.
• The 2025 edition of Aero Summit, held in Las Vegas, was a sold-out success, establishing the event as a key gathering for CFIs, students, vendors, and school operators.

Statements

• “We’re grateful to have Four Forces and Right Rudder as Title Sponsors for Aero Summit 2026. Together, we’re uniting the flight training community, driving innovation, and creating impact through Aviators for Autism,” said Anthony Geraci, Co-CEO of Stratus Financial.
• “By supporting this event, we help connect the industry, inspire new ideas, and drive real progress in flight training,” said Tim Jedreck, Founder of Right Rudder Marketing.
• “We’re excited to return as a Co-Title Sponsor to help drive innovation, provide real solutions, and make flight training more efficient, collaborative, and inspiring for the next generation of pilots,” added Brett Hart, CEO of Four Forces.

About Stratus Financial Stratus Financial is a U.S.-based provider of student loan and financial services tailored to pilot training. It has emerged as a leading sponsor and organizer of flight training events, most notably through its Aero Summit platform, and has established numerous partnerships across the flight school landscape.

About Four Forces Headquartered in Washington State, Four Forces offers a comprehensive software solution for managing flight school operations, including scheduling, CBTA-based grading, student progress tracking, billing, and maintenance oversight. The platform is increasingly adopted by U.S. flight schools aiming to digitize and streamline training delivery.

About Right Rudder Marketing Right Rudder Marketing is an aviation-focused marketing agency providing branding, strategy, and digital services to flight schools, FBOs, and aviation training businesses. The firm has played a key role in enhancing visibility for pilot training institutions through tailored outreach campaigns.

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