The World's Greatest Aviation Celebration - July 27 - August 2, 2009 located at Wittman Regional Airport, Oshkosh, WI. http://www.airventure.org en-us Copyright 2009 Experimental Aircraft Association, Inc. A unique aircraft type that had its Oshkosh debut at AirVenture 2009 will make an encore appearance in 2010, as Erickson Air-Crane, Inc. will bring another of its S-64 twin-engine, heavy-lift helicopters to AirVenture Oshkosh this summer. Last year "Elvis" thrilled Oshkosh attendees with several water drop demonstrations, and this year Erickson's "Goliath" will make a repeat performance. Thu, 18 Mar 2010 21:20:03 GMT http://www.airventure.org/news/2010/100318_goliath.html Enjoying the total EAA AirVenture Oshkosh experience and aviation community has never been easier, as a new final-weekend admission and camping package is now available for this year's fly-in, which will be held at Wittman Regional Airport on July 26 - August 1. Thu, 18 Mar 2010 21:18:55 GMT http://www.airventure.org/news/2010/100318_camppack.html The innovation and technology of the emerging era of electric-powered aircraft will be a major part of EAA AirVenture Oshkosh, with a full schedule of events throughout the week. Among the scheduled activities are afternoon showcase flights each day; evening flight demos; and displays and forums in AirVenture's Aviation Learning Center. Thu, 11 Mar 2010 22:48:32 GMT http://www.airventure.org/news/2010/100311_electric.html For the past three years, the EAA AirVenture Concert Band, under the direction of Elton Eisele, delighted many EAAers with evening performances at the Theater in the Woods. This summer approximately 90 volunteer musicians will do it again, extending their love of flight to share their love of music during a Wednesday, July 28, performance to open that evening's program. Thu, 11 Mar 2010 22:50:23 GMT http://www.airventure.org/news/2010/100311_concertband.html A rare Douglas DC-2, the predecessor to the DC-3, will join the July 26 mass arrival of 40 airplanes at EAA AirVenture Oshkosh 2010. The aircraft, owned by the Museum of Flight in Seattle, Wash., will lead the group flight of DC-3s just before the opening day air show to usher in the DC-3's 75th anniversary celebration. Wed, 10 Mar 2010 19:16:05 GMT http://www.airventure.org/news/2010/100310_dc2.html One of the unique aspects of AirVenture Oshkosh is the annual migration of various aircraft groups to Oshkosh, where they land together and create their own communities along the flight line. Thu, 04 Mar 2010 22:26:03 GMT http://www.airventure.org/news/2010/100304_groups.html Possibly the largest gathering of DC-3 aircraft since the 1940s is committed to the aircraft's 75th anniversary commemoration during EAA AirVenture Oshkosh, coming July 26-August 1 at Wittman Regional Airport in Oshkosh. Thu, 04 Mar 2010 22:25:41 GMT http://www.airventure.org/news/2010/100304_dc3growing.html Hamilton Watches has renewed its commitment to be the "Official Timekeeper of EAA AirVenture" for the next two years, and support the popular Fly-In Theater during AirVenture week. Wed, 03 Mar 2010 15:33:23 GMT http://www.airventure.org/news/2010/100303_hamilton.html After a full opening day of flying on Monday, July 26, at EAA AirVenture Oshkosh 2010, AeroShell Square will feel the power of more than aircraft, as the legendary band Chicago takes the stage that evening, courtesy of Ford Motor Company. Thu, 25 Feb 2010 22:55:23 GMT http://www.airventure.org/news/2010/100225_chicago.html AirVenture 2009 introduced some of the most significant site changes in the fly-in’s history. The good news for those coming to Oshkosh in 2010 is that there are more changes on the way that will add convenience and comfort for EAA members and others at the event. Thu, 25 Feb 2010 22:53:12 GMT http://www.airventure.org/news/2010/100225_ease.html A Canadair Sabre 5 fighter jet owned by Vintage Wings of Canada will return to one of its many former homes this summer – Oshkosh, Wisconsin – where it will be a featured warbird attraction at EAA AirVenture 2010. Tue, 23 Feb 2010 18:39:11 GMT http://www.airventure.org/news/2010/100223_sabre.html The 13th running of the EAA AirVenture Cup race will return to Mitchell, South Dakota, this year in a straight-line dash to Oshkosh on Sunday July 25. Thu, 18 Feb 2010 22:33:35 GMT http://www.airventure.org/news/2010/100218_cup_race.html EAA AirVenture Oshkosh is saying "thanks" to those who are serving and have served our country in the military, as this year those people will receive discounted admission pricing to the event scheduled for July 26-August 1. Thu, 11 Feb 2010 22:32:07 GMT http://www.airventure.org/news/2010/100211_military.html The Warbird Heritage Foundation, of Waukegan, Illinois, will continue its regular participation at EAA AirVenture Oshkosh in 2010, as it will bring two of its Vietnam-era aircraft — a Douglas A-4B Skyhawk jet and Douglas AD-1 Skyraider single-engine radial piston — to be part of EAA's "Salute to Veterans" commemoration at Oshkosh. Wed, 10 Feb 2010 22:25:21 GMT http://www.airventure.org/news/2010/100210_heritage.html Entries are now open for the 2010 EAA Aviation Quilt Block Contest, an annual AirVenture favorite activity featuring the creativity of quilters from all over the world. Participants submit colorful, aviation-themed quilt blocks for judging, and the winning entries are showcased in a special display in the EAA AirVenture Museum throughout the ensuring year. Thu, 28 Jan 2010 17:20:30 GMT http://www.airventure.org/news/2010/100128_quilt.html The success of EAA AirVenture for more than a half-century is due in no small part because of the combined efforts of more than 4,000 volunteers. These dedicated aviation enthusiasts handle almost every kind of job throughout the site before, during and after The World's Greatest Aviation Celebration. Tue, 26 Jan 2010 21:12:12 GMT http://www.airventure.org/news/2010/100126_volunteer.html The Boeing B-17 "Flying Fortress," perhaps the most readily recognized bomber of the World War II era, will be center stage for its 75th anniversary during EAA AirVenture Oshkosh 2010, "The World's Greatest Aviation Celebration," on July 26-August 1 at Wittman Regional Airport in Oshkosh. Thu, 21 Jan 2010 21:24:51 GMT http://www.airventure.org/news/2010/100121_b17_anniversary.html There's no better way to finish a day at EAA AirVenture Oshkosh than enjoying an aviation movie under stars with friends and family. That's why for the fifth straight year, Ford Motor Company will be hosting the popular "Fly-In Theater" on the AirVenture grounds, with additional support from Hamilton Watches. Mon, 18 Jan 2010 22:49:54 GMT http://www.airventure.org/news/2010/100118_theater.html World War I replica fighters will take to the sky over Oshkosh during EAA AirVenture 2010, as the Vintage Aero Flying Museum (VAFM) in Hudson, Colorado, brings five of their magnificent airplanes to Oshkosh. Thu, 14 Jan 2010 22:36:04 GMT http://www.airventure.org/news/2010/100114_replicas.html The Oshkosh Convention and Visitors Bureau has opened registration for the official EAA AirVenture Private Housing Bureau. Homeowners within 10 miles of the EAA Convention Grounds are invited to rent their homes or rooms during the Convention. Fri, 08 Jan 2010 23:15:04 GMT http://www.airventure.org/news/2010/100108_lodging.html