Southeastern Bonanza Society upcoming events

EAA AirVenture Oshkosh (KOSH) - Non-SEBS (July 20, 2026)

Mon, 20 Jul 2026 05:00:00 GMT

EAA AirVenture Oshkosh - Non-SEBS

For more information on this year's event, go to EAA AirVenture page. Here is the ABS Schedule at EAA AirVenture 2026

ABS holds a Member Dinner at the convention on Tuesday (7/21) evening of that week in Oshkosh, WI. Check here for details. ABS Dinner @ EAA AirVenture 2026

ABS Member Dinner at EAA AirVenture - Non-SEBS (July 21, 2026)

Tue, 21 Jul 2026 05:00:00 GMT

ABS Member Dinner at EAA AirVenture

ABS holds a Member Dinner at the convention on Tuesday (7/21) evening of that week in Oshkosh, WI. Check here for details. ABS Member Dinner @ EAA AirVenture 2026

Mini Beech Bash in the Bluegrass - Non-SEBS (September 17, 2026)

Thu, 17 Sep 2026 04:00:00 GMT

Mini Beech Bash in the Bluegrass-- Non-SEBS

This is a non-SEBS event but, in our region, and looks to be a great time! Any questions, give Sam Guirguis a call @ 239-246-4626

Pensacola Florida/SEBS & SWBS Combined Fly-In (KPNS) (October 01, 2026)

Thu, 01 Oct 2026 19:00:00 GMT

Pensacola Florida/SEBS & SWBS Combined Fly-In (KPNS)

October 1st-4th, 2026 | 3 Nights Pensacola, Florida

For this event, we are again partnering with the Southwest Bonanza Society (SWBS) for a three-night trip to Pensacola, Florida. Mobile's joint event with SWBS was so much fun we want to do another. We'll be touring the National Naval Aviation Museum along with a few fun activities. Come spend a weekend with your fellow Southeast members and mingle with the Southwest group.

Hilton Garden Inn Pensacola Downtown – reservation must be made before August 31, 2026

8 S 9th Ave. Pensacola, Florida

Our rate is $199/night plus tax. SEBS has a 10 room block as does SWBS. Reservations can be made here.

Join us for all of the fun.

Thursday, Oct 1st

2:00 p.m. (EST) Arrival at Pensacola International Airport (PNS) at Pensacola Aviation FBO.

$1 discount from the retail posted price for fuel

1^st night tie down waived with fuel purchase

Subsequent nights’ tie down fee reduced from $30 to $25 per night

No landing fees

When most have arrived, we will head to the Hilton Garden Inn Pensacola Downtown.  Hilton Garden Inn Pensacola Reservations link

SEBS has a 10 room block as does SWBS.  DEADLINE FOR RESERVING A ROOM IS AUGUST 31, 2026.  These will fill up fast so don't hesitate. The rate is $199. each night. This hotel has a restaurant/bar on site which is very convenient for our groups to meet each evening.

5:30 p.m. Meet in the lobby for the ride to Shaggy's menu for our group dinner. This meal is included in your registration fee. A cash bar will be available.

We will return to the hotel at 8:30 p.m. For those who wish to continue getting to know each other we will gather in the hotel bar which is open until 10 p.m.

Friday, Oct 2nd

Enjoy breakfast on your own. Restaurant opens at 6 a.m.

8:15 a.m. - an early morning departure to the National Naval Aviation Museum for an 8:45 a.m. arrival at the NAS West Gate. No entry fee. Our goal will be to join a tour leaving at 9:30 a.m. with our own docent. Café on site from 11- 2 p.m. (Note: Real ID or US Passport required for access to NAS and Museum).

Pensacola lighthouse & Maritime Museum is a "across" the street. Admission is $10 or $7 for 65 yrs and up. This is pay on your own.

2:00 p.m. - A van departs Museum for 30 minute drive back to hotel for those not visiting the Lighthouse.

3:30 p.m. Van departs Lighthouse for 30 minute drive back to hotel.

6 p.m. If joining us at Grizzly Axe Throwing vans depart for 6:30 p.m. reservation. Pay individually upon arrival. $40+ tax per person. Location has a bar and sandwiches/pizza/appetizers on site.

Dinner on your own for those not attending the Axe throwing.

9:00 p.m. Vans depart Grizzly Axes for 15-minute drive back to hotel.

Meet in hotel bar for a nightcap upon return to hotel.

Saturday, Oct 3rd

Breakfast on your own. Restaurant open at 7 a.m.

10:30 a.m. - Van(s) depart the hotel for 5-minute drive to Scavenger Hunt (or 15-minute walk, .6 mile)

11:00 a.m. Pensacola Amazing Race and Scavenger Hunt Adventure | Visit Pensacola - $35 per person paid with registration fee if you choose. We will split up into teams and head out on the approximate 2-hour hunt. Of course, a bar or 2 stop after or even during the ‘race’.
For those not interested in the Scavenger Hunt, plenty of museums, tours, restaurants, etc. near the hotel in the Historic District.
6:15 p.m. Vans leave for Slick Lips Seafood & Oyster House or 1 mile walk, for dinner at 6:30 p.m. Paid individually.

After dinner meet in the hotel bar for more comradery and I imagine a few aviation stories.

Sunday, Oct 4th

Grab breakfast on your own before heading back to the airport for departures. Departure times to be determined.

Beech Party 2026, Tullahoma, TN (KTHA) - Non-SEBS (October 08, 2026)

Thu, 08 Oct 2026 04:00:00 GMT

Annual Beech Party at the Beechcraft Heritage Museum in Tullahoma, TN. This is a non-SEBS event although many SEBS members attend because it is in our region!

Registration is via the museum's event web site. For more information and to register, go to Beech Party website.

We hope to see you there!

SAVE THE DATE: Cape Santa Maria Beach Resort, Long Island, Bahamas (MYLS) (November 08, 2026)

Sun, 08 Nov 2026 05:00:00 GMT

SAVE THE DATE 2026

Bahamas Fly-In (MYLS)

November 8, 2026 - November 12, 2026

With a new trip captain this year, Chistopher Weldon, join us for SEBS's signature trip to the Bahamas! We are returning to Cape Santa Maria Beach Resort on the northern tip of Long Island. The beach is consistently included in the 10 Best Beaches Worldwide list! Activities available include:

Beach combing
SCUBA trips
Deep sea fishing charters
Bone fishing charters
Snorkeling
And more!

Cape Santa Maria Beach Resort

www.capesantamaria.com

Airport

https://www.aopa.org/destinations/airports/MYLS
Nominal parking fee
Fuel available
Cab from airport to resort approximately $40 for two people.

Important

A passport is required for everyone re-entering the US including children. Birth certificates are not acceptable.
Each pilot must be prepared to show his/her pilot's license and medical upon returning to the US.