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Welcome to OSH, now take a stand

By Ben Sclair · July 25, 2017 ·

The first of several text messages — I and thousands of others will likely receive — from the Experimental Aircraft Association (EAA) during AirVenture 2017 offered a stark reminder…and I wasn’t even onsite yet.

“Welcome to #OSH17!” the message starts.

Immediately followed by a wet blanket over the excitement that is OSH: “Take a stand and attend the ATC Privatization Summit…”

I understand why EAA sent the message, but man, what a buzzkill just as the biggest party of the year has just started.

About Ben Sclair

Ben Sclair is the Publisher of General Aviation News, a pilot, husband to Deb and dad to Zenith, Brenna, and Jack. Oh, and a staunch supporter of general aviation.

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