Job seekers can now view the list of companies participating in the Experimental Aircraft Association’s week-long job fair at this year’s AirVenture at EAA.org, according to officials with JSfirm.com, an aviation job website. Abbey Hutter, marketing coordinator for JSfirm.com, said, “Companies are lining up to participate in EAA’s week-long Job Fair. It’s going to be a great […]
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Oshkosh Bound: Has anything changed in the last year?
By DEAN BILLING. As I was preparing my motorhome for the trip to AirVenture 2016, it dawned on me that I haven’t written anything for the GA Fuels blog in quite sometime. Perhaps that’s because not much is happening in the aviation fuel arena despite the nagging problems of TEL contamination and the perceptible decline […]
P-51 Mustang, SB2C Helldiver rides available at AirVenture
The Commemorative Air Force (CAF) will fly its P-51 Mustang, “Red Nose,” and SB2C-5 Helldiver, “The Beast,” to Fond du Lac airport (KFLD) as part of the 2016 Experimental Aviation Association (EAA) AirVenture at Oshkosh, Wis., from Monday July, 25 until Sunday July, 31. Rides will be available on both of these historic aircraft. The […]
Infographic captures the epic proportions of Oshkosh
More than 10,000 aircraft and half a million flight enthusiasts make Wittman Regional Airport the busiest airfield in the world during the EAA’s annual AirVenture Oshkosh. This weeklong event, slated for July 25-31, draws visitors from more than 80 countries, many of whom fly in. In addition to daily air shows, the event also includes […]
GlobalAir.com unveils Oshkosh fuel deals
The annual AirVenture fuel price specials have now been released by GlobalAir.com for pilots flying to and from Oshkosh. Each year, GlobalAir.com works with FBOs across the country to provide aviators with this resource, according to company officials. Some of the AirVenture fuel specials that visitors will find include $.50 discounts on 100LL, free overnight […]
EAA publishes family reunion album
Oshkosh. A single word, which is also a city in Wisconsin, conjures up feelings like few others among the aviation crowd. To many, AirVenture – as the Experimental Aircraft Association’s annual fly-in and convention is officially known – is the center of the aviation universe. To others, it is a family reunion. The event that […]
Aircraft of Desert Storm/Desert Shield to gather at Oshkosh
EAA AVIATION CENTER, OSHKOSH, Wisconsin — The aircraft of Operation Desert Storm/Desert Shield, which formed one of the largest air power operations in history, will return to EAA AirVenture Oshkosh in 2016 for a look back 25 years after this massive undertaking. The 64th annual Experimental Aircraft Association fly-in will take place July 25-31 at […]
EAA puts out call to college students to volunteer at Oshkosh
EAA AVIATION CENTER, OSHKOSH, Wis. — The Experimental Aircraft Association has put out a call to college students alerting them to the opportunity to volunteer at the upcoming AirVenture, slated for July 25-31 at Wittman Regional Airport in Oshkosh.Volunteer positions include photographers, videographers, food and event management, grounds and facilities, administrative, customer service, and various […]
Old Glory Honor Flight returns to Oshkosh, vets can apply for flight
EAA AVIATION CENTER, OSHKOSH, Wisconsin — EAA AirVenture has a strong tradition of honoring America’s veterans, and this year is no exception. Old Glory Honor Flight, partnered with EAA and American Airlines, is bringing Yellow Ribbon Honor Flight IV to EAA AirVenture Oshkosh 2016. This flight will take place on Friday, July 29. The veterans […]