Take a Ride in the Sky at EAA AirVenture Oshkosh

If you're heading to EAA AirVenture Oshkosh this year, there are plenty of opportunities to take flights in three distinctively different aircraft: EAA's B-17 Aluminum Overcast; a Bell 47 helicopter; and EAA's 1929 Ford Tri-Motor. Don't miss out on seeing the World's Greatest Aviation Celebration from above.

'Aluminum Overcast' Flights

During EAA AirVenture Oshkosh, EAA offers historic flight experiences in its beautifully restored B-17G Flying Fortress “Aluminum Overcast.” This aircraft is an example of the American heavy bomber that helped turn the tide of battle in World War II. Fly a mission back in time and feel the might of this magnificent aircraft, just as those brave young men did more than 50 years ago.

Flights depart from Outagamie County Regional Airport, Appleton. Passengers need to report ready to depart the check-in point by the B-17 trailer on the AirVenture grounds no later than one hour before their scheduled flight to be shuttled to Appleton. Unfortunately due to seat limitations on the shuttle van, B-17 passengers will be the only people shuttled to Appleton.

Advance Purchase Prices: EAA member - $409; Non-EAA member - $449
Walk-up Prices: EAA member - $435; Non-EAA member - $475

For reservations, please call 1-800-359-6217 or buy online.
    

Bell 47 Helicopter Flights

Flights in a unique pattern on a Bell 47 (M*A*S*H) helicopter operate from 8 a.m.-6 p.m. Monday - Saturday, and on Sunday flights are available from Noon - 4 p.m. There are no advance bookings, so buy your tickets at Pioneer Airport's Pitcairn Hangar, located behind the EAA AirVenture Museum.

Price is $49 per person - walk-ups only.

1929 Ford Tri-Motor Flights

Ride the first mass-produced airliner, the Ford Tri-Motor, directly from EAA AirVenture. Office hours on the grounds are 7 a.m.-6 p.m. every day, and flights take place from 7 a.m. - 6 p.m., Monday through Saturday, Sunday 7 a.m. - 3 p.m. There are nine passengers per flight and everyone has a window.

Price is $80 per person. Tickets can be purchased on day of flight at the Tri-Motor building located at the south end of the Warbirds area or avoid lines by purchasing online.