A robust lineup of influential content creators will deliver multiplatform, play-by-play coverage of the National Business Aviation Association’s (NBAA’s) 2026 Business Aviation Convention & Exhibition (NBAA-BACE) – spotlighting the innovations and leaders redefining business aviation.
Xyla Foxlin, a mechatronics engineer, pilot and creator whose work has reshaped how technical subjects reach mass audiences, is among those bringing the show to aviation enthusiasts around the world. She has also emerged as a national voice for pilot mental health. After losing her FAA medical for seeking therapy, she led a campaign challenging regulations that deter aviators from seeking medical care. Following the release of her video “The FAA is in Crisis,” more than 3,300 messages to 442 legislators were delivered.
Foxlin’s YouTube channel has more than 500,000 subscribers and amassed over 35 million views, with her total social media reach over 1.1 million followers.
In addition to sharing content, Foxlin will take part in the following events at NBAA-BACE:
Wednesday, Oct. 21:
- The Mission-Ready Aviator: Are You Fit to Fly? from 9:30 – 10:30 a.m. in the
Safety Education Center. - Live interview followed by a meet-and-greet at 2:30 – 3:30 p.m. in the NBAA-BACE Creator Studio powered by Signature Aviation.
- Q&A at the Newsmakers Luncheon.
Thursday, Oct. 22:
- Welcome remarks at Collegiate Connect, 9:30 – 10 a.m. at the Flight Deck.
“NBAA has been an incredible industry partner in our efforts to pass the Mental Health in Aviation Act, and I cannot wait to experience NBAA-BACE for the first time to connect with others in the aviation industry and learn about what is coming down the pipeline,” said Foxlin.
In addition to her YouTube channel, Foxlin can also be found on Instagram at @xylafoxlin and on TikTok at @xylafoxlin.
Back by Popular Demand: Content Creators Returning to NBAA-BACE
Several other well-known industry content creators will be on hand to showcase the new technologies and innovations on display at NBAA-BACE.
- Sarah Daniels, an instrument-rated pilot, who’s on an ambitious mission to land at and document every public airport in the United States in her Cirrus SR22T, can be found on Instagram at @sarahdaniels, TikTok at @sarahnautics and on YouTube.
- Stephanie Goetz, pilot and president of The Pink Jet, is back at NBAA-BACE to connect with the community and bring her followers behind the scenes on Instagram at @jetgirlstephanie and on YouTube. You can also catch her on the all-new Horizon Stage during the The Launch and the NBAA Safety Awards starting at 9 a.m. on Tuesday, Oct. 20.
- Mindy Lindheim, pilot and owner of North Georgia Aviation, a full-service flight school and official Cirrus Training Center, can be found on Instagram at @schmiiindy and on YouTube.
- Kinsey Wolanski is a dual-rated pilot, sports host and lifestyle creator. Her partnership with NBAA-BACE brings authentic aviation expertise and a powerful digital platform of more than 7 million followers to business aviation, helping introduce new audiences to the opportunities, innovation and excitement shaping the industry. You can follow her on Instagram at @kinsey, on YouTube and on TikTok @kinseywolanski.
“With so much ground to cover at NBAA-BACE, our content creators help bring the show to life through unique and authentic moments, shining a spotlight on the innovations, education and community connections only found here,” said Alex Judge, NBAA senior director, marketing. “By sharing their perspectives, they show their global audiences that business aviation isn’t a closed circle – it’s approachable, growing and a path worth seriously considering.”
Additionally, NBAA’s own social media channels will cover the show from set-up to the closing hour. Follow NBAA on Facebook, on X (formerly Twitter) at @nbaa, on Instagram at @nbaaonline, on LinkedIn, on TikTok, on Threads and on our YouTube channel.
Attendees and exhibitors are encouraged to join in the conversation about the show by using #NBAA2026 on social media.
Taking place Oct. 20-22, NBAA-BACE is the world’s most powerful business aviation event of the year, showcasing the industry’s latest innovations and services, and hosting the leaders who are shaping its future. Learn more about NBAA-BACE.