World of aviation heading to EAA AirVenture Oshkosh 2024
July 10 2024 - 4:00PM
Final preparations are underway as EAA AirVenture Oshkosh is set to
become the focal point of the aviation world on July 22-28. More
than 10,000 aircraft and 650,000 people are expected to attend the
weeklong convention for all things aviation. Wittman Regional
Airport is expected to once again become the world’s busiest
airport during that week.
EAA AirVenture Oshkosh is a destination for many
as the weeklong event is known for daily air shows, new product
announcements, and aircraft of every shape and size from hot air
balloons to military fighters. More than 800 exhibitors highlight
all facets of aviation technology.
Some of this year’s highlights include:
- The Royal
Canadian Air Force’s 100th anniversary, featuring performances by
the Canadian Forces Snowbirds, the CF-18 Demo Team, the Avro
Lancaster Mk. X, and more. (July 26-28)
- An
appearance by The Frecce Tricolori, The Italian Air Force’s
aerobatic demonstration team (July 23)
- A
commemoration of the 80-year anniversary of 1944’s “Turning of the
Tide” in World War II, featuring a large collection of D-day and
other World War II-era aircraft.
- An
appearance by Miss America, Madison Marsh, who is also an
active-duty member of the U.S. Air Force
- Modern
military flight demonstrations including performances by the F-35,
F-22, F-16 and A-10 demo teams, helping to highlight participation
of the Air Force Materiel Command
“EAA AirVenture Oshkosh is considered by many to
be aviation’s family reunion because of the wide variety of
aircraft that fly into Wittman Regional Airport every year,” said
Rick Larsen, EAA’s vice president of communities and member
programs, who coordinates AirVenture features and attractions.
“Oshkosh continues to be a household name and premier destination
for pilots around the world.”
Attendees ages 18 and under will once again
receive free admission this year supported in part by The Boeing
Company. Advanced tickets and camping reservations are available
for purchase at AirVenture.org.
About EAA AirVenture OshkoshEAA
AirVenture Oshkosh is “The World’s Greatest Aviation Celebration”
and EAA’s membership convention. Additional information, including
advance ticket and camping purchase, is available at
www.EAA.org/airventure. For more information on EAA and its
programs, call 800-JOIN-EAA (800-564-6322) or visit www.EAA.org.
Immediate news is available at www.twitter.com/EAA.
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- Boeing Plaza at EAA AirVenture Oshkosh
- Fireworks at EAA AirVenture Oshkosh
Dick Knapinski
EAA
9204266523
dknapinski@eaa.org
Drew Stephani
EAA
9204266559
dstephani@eaa.org