2012 Online Auction
Welcome to the online auction for EAA AirVenture Oshkosh 2012. This is an exciting way to support EAA and take a chance to experience some unique aviation opportunities. Support EAA simply by placing a bid on your favorite items and opportunities listed below. Together we can grow participation in aviation!
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Item #1
Fly with the AeroShell Aerobatic Team at AirVenture on Wednesday, July 25, 2012
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You and three friends will experience the flight of a lifetime. Join a member of this precision aerobatic team inside the cockpit of a thrilling World War II North American advanced trainer aircraft. You will feel the roar of the 600-hp Pratt and Whitney engine as your pilot takes you through a series of amazing aerobatic maneuvers, including the bomb burst, vertical rejoin, avalanche, the breathtaking "Switch Blade," and graceful loops and rolls. It's sure to leave a lump in your throat and a lasting memory. Flight must be flown on Wednesday, July 25th during AirVenture Oshkosh 2012. Note: Flight must take place at 9:00 a.m. Winning bidder will be required to sign a release form before prize will be awarded.
Auction ends July 20, 2012 at 12:00 p.m. CDT
Donor: AeroShell Aerobatic Team
Value: Priceless
Minimum bid: $3,500
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Item #2
Flight of a lifetime with Sean Tucker - an experience for one
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Take a pre-air show flight with the amazing Sean Tucker during EAA AirVenture Oshkosh 2012. See Oshkosh from the air, in all directions, from all angles! Flight must be confirmed and scheduled in advance. Note: Winning bidder is required to sign a release form before the prize is awarded. Donated by Sean D. Tucker.
Auction ends July 20, 2012 at 12:00 p.m. CDT
Donor: Sean D. Tucker
Value: Priceless
Minimum bid: $1,500
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Item #3
You and a friend can be the Post Men for the ribbon cutting at the beginning of Sean Tucker's air show
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Your chance to hold the posts as Sean D. Tucker flies by and cuts the ribbon during his air show performance! You and a guest will take center stage and step up to the plate to hold the poles in place as Sean soars toward you. The experience is available on Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday of AirVenture Oshkosh 2012. Note: Winning bidder will be required to sign a release form before prize will be awarded.
Auction ends July 20, 2012 at 12:00 p.m. CDT
Donor: EAA and Sean D. Tucker
Value: Priceless
Minimum bid: $500
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Item #4
EAA AirVenture Oshkosh Performers Tent Passes for Monday, July 23 – an experience for four
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You and 3 friends will watch the AirVentue Oshkosh air show from the Performers Tent, among those who thrill us every day with their daring aerobatics, air ballet and mastery of the principles of flight. The Performers Tent, located at the heart of show center, just east of Phillips 66 Plaza, provides shade, refreshments, flush toilets, and access to your favorite air show performers.
Auction ends July 20, 2012 at 12:00 p.m. CDT
Donor: EAA
Value: Priceless
Minimum bid: $200
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Item #5
EAA AirVenture Oshkosh Performers Tent Passes for Wednesday, July 25 – an experience for four
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You and 3 friends will watch the AirVentue Oshkosh air show from the Performers Tent, among those who thrill us every day with their daring aerobatics, air ballet and mastery of the principles of flight. The Performers Tent, located at the heart of show center, just east of Phillips 66 Plaza, provides shade, refreshments, flush toilets, and access to your favorite air show performers.
Auction ends July 20, 2012 at 12:00 p.m. CDT
Donor: EAA
Value: Priceless
Minimum bid: $200
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Item #6
EAA AirVenture Oshkosh Performers Tent Passes for Saturday, July 28 – an experience for four
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You and 3 friends will watch the AirVentue Oshkosh air show from the Performers Tent, among those who thrill us every day with their daring aerobatics, air ballet and mastery of the principles of flight. The Performers Tent, located at the heart of show center, just east of Phillips 66 Plaza, provides shade, refreshments, flush toilets, and access to your favorite air show performers.
Auction ends July 20, 2012 at 12:00 p.m. CDT
Donor: EAA
Value: Priceless
Minimum bid: $200
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Item #7
EAA AirVenture Oshkosh viewed by EAA's B-17, Ford Tri-Motor and Bell Helicopter
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This once-in-a-lifetime flight experience will offer spectacular views and excitement throughout AirVenture Oshkosh. Fly in a unique array of historic aircraft and take it all in! Each flight will be pre-scheduled to eliminate lines, and your transportation to each will be provided by an EAA volunteer in a golf cart! No walking or trams for this experience! Note: Winning bidder will be required to sign a release form before prize will be awarded.
Auction ends July 20, 2012 at 12:00 p.m. CDT
Donor: EAA
Value: Priceless
Minimum bid: $2,500
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Item #8
Signed Watercolor Print by M. Randall Mytar, Aviation Artist
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This watercolor print of a B-25 Mitchell bomber from the famous Doolittle Raid is signed by M. Randall Mytar, architectural illustrator and aviation artist. In addition to the artists' signature, this beautiful print features Thomas Carson Griffin, major, navigator crew 9; born in Green Bay, Wisconsin; Richard E. Cole, colonel, co-pilot crew 1, born in Dayton, Ohio; David J. Thatcher, staff sergeant, engineer-gunner crew 7, born in Bridger, Montana; and Robert L. Hite, lieutenant colonel, co-pilot crew 16, born in Odell, Texas.
Auction ends July 20, 2012 at 12:00 p.m. CDT
Donor: M. Randall Mytar
Value: $300
Minimum bid: $100
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Item #9
B-17 Type Rating - limited!
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Qualified multi-engine/instrument rated tailwheel pilots will receive the opportunity to earn a B-17 type rating! 8 hours of dual instruction by EAA's CFII, MEI with B-17 type rating, and 8 hours of ground school instruction by the EAA's B-17 ground school instructor. 1.5 hours for type rating ride. Pre-requisites: Applicant must be CURRENT as a multi-engine instrument rated pilot. He or she must possess a tailwheel endorsement. Recent large multi-engine tailwheel experience is not mandatory, but highly recommended. Applicant must also possess a valid third-class medical.
Special & Important Note: Winning bidder will be responsible for coordinating package delivery.
There is no guarantee, expressed or implied with regard to successfully receiving the B-17 type rating in the allotted time. Before being recommended for the type rating ride, the applicant must demonstrate every required task to ATP practical test standards. Stage checks will be performed to ensure that the student is progressing at a pace consistent with a successful outcome. Additional instruction if necessary may be available at the rate of $4,500 per flight hour.
Auction ends July 20, 2012 at 12:00 p.m. CDT
Donor: EAA
Value: Priceless
Minimum bid: $50,000 (there is a reserve on this auction)
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Item #10
B-17 ICAO SIC Type Rating – offered to qualified multi-engine rated tail wheel pilots
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Description: 2 hours of dual instruction by EAA's CFII, MEI with B-17 Type Rating and 8 hours of Ground School instruction by the EAA's B17 ground school Instructor. 0.5 hour for SIC Type ride.
Pre-requisites: Applicant must be CURRENT as a multi engine instrument rated pilot. He or she must possess a tail wheel endorsement. Recent large multi-engine tail wheel experience is not mandatory, but highly recommended. Applicant must also possess a valid third class medical.
There is no guarantee, expressed or implied with regard to successfully receiving the ICAO SIC B17 type rating in the allotted time. Before being recommended for the Type Rating ride, the applicant must demonstrate every required task to Commercial Pilot-Airplane practical test standards. Stage checks will be performed to insure that the student is progressing at a pace consistent with a successful outcome. Additional instruction if necessary may be available at the rate of $ 4,500 per flight hour.
Auction ends July 20, 2012 at 12:00 p.m. CDT
Donor: EAA
Value: Priceless
Minimum bid: $15,000 (there is a reserve on this auction)
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Item #11
Two Day "Ride in Style" at EAA AirVenture 2012
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While it's almost impossible to see everything at Oshkosh in a week, you could be one step closer to that goal with this auction item! The winning bidder will receive two (2) day access to a golf cart while at EAA AirVenture Oshkosh 2012, perfect for getting around the grounds in a snap!
Auction ends July 20, 2012 at 12:00 p.m. CDT
Donor: EAA
Value: Priceless
Minimum bid: $1,000
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Item #12
Two Day "Ride in Style" at EAA AirVenture 2012
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While it's almost impossible to see everything at Oshkosh in a week, you could be one step closer to that goal with this auction item! The winning bidder will receive two (2) day access to a golf cart while at EAA AirVenture Oshkosh 2012, perfect for getting around the grounds in a snap!
Auction ends July 20, 2012 at 12:00 p.m. CDT
Donor: EAA
Value: Priceless
Minimum bid: $1,000
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Item #13
Week Long "Ride in Style" at EAA AirVenture 2012
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While it's almost impossible to see everything at Oshkosh in a week, you could be one step closer to that goal with this auction item! The winning bidder will receive week-long access to a golf cart while at EAA AirVenture Oshkosh 2012, perfect for getting around the grounds in a snap!
Auction ends July 20, 2012 at 12:00 p.m. CDT
Donor: EAA
Value: Priceless
Minimum bid: $3,000
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Item #14
Laser Cut Snap Together Model of Your Aircraft
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The EAA AirVenture Museum craftsmen will custom design a laser cut model of YOUR aircraft and produce fifty (50) copies for you to enjoy or give away.
Auction ends July 20, 2012 at 12:00 p.m. CDT
Donor: EAA
Value: $150
Minimum bid: $75
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Item #15
Brown Arch Brick
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The Brown Arch is a historical area, a "rite of passage" for new and return visitors to EAA AirVenture Oshkosh. The tribute area is located between Wittman Road and the flightline, and the bricks offered in this auction will be on the west side of the arch. EAA uses the bricks by the throat of the design to welcome all visitors to the "World's Greatest Aviation Celebration." The plaque inscription reads: "The Gateway to Aviation."
Auction ends July 20, 2012 at 12:00 p.m. CDT
Donor: EAA
Value: $1000
Minimum bid: $500
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Item #16
EAA Lifetime Membership
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An EAA Lifetime Member becomes part of an exclusive group of aviators who have chosen to act as stewards of recreational aviation and the backbone of EAA's mission to support the passionate pursuit of flight. Lifetime Members lead by example through their demonstrated dedication to aviation's future. And with their help-and yours-EAA can preserve the unwavering spirit of more than a century of aviation pioneers, innovators, and heroes.
By demonstrating your commitment to aviation as an EAA Lifetime Member, you'll be rewarded with all the great benefits of Individual Membership, plus the exclusive benefits only Lifetime Members receive:
- A personalized Lifetime Member card
- Customized and framed Lifetime Member certificate
- Gold Lifetime Member pin
- Official Lifetime Member cap
- Lifetime Membership patch and decals
- A listing on the EAA website as a Lifetime Member alongside your fellow EAA Lifetime Members
- Access to Lifetime Members-only merchandise such as a Lifetime Member copper mug, wooden plaque, and stylish pen set
- Tickets to the Annual Lifetime Member Dinner at EAA AirVenture Oshkosh
But more importantly, you'll receive the knowledge and pride that you're contributing to the future of flight and expressing an unsurpassed dedication to aviation.
Auction ends July 20, 2012 at 12:00 p.m. CDT
Donor: EAA
Value: $975
Minimum bid: $500
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Item #17
VIP Experience - including AeroClub and Flightline Pavilion for 4 people for 1 day
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Get the VIP treatment on one of the biggest days of AirVenture. With access to the exclusive AeroClub, you can enjoy a nice lunch while rubbing elbows with industry leaders, celebrities, and EAA board members. You will also gain all-day access to the VIP-only Flightline Pavilion, which provides an air-conditioned getaway complete with refreshments and more VIP colleagues.
Auction ends July 20, 2012 at 12:00 p.m. CDT
Donor: EAA
Value: Priceless
Minimum bid: $1000
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Item #18
B-17 Flight for 10
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To ride in a historic B-17 is a truly unforgettable experience. To ride in one with nine of your closest colleagues, friends, or family is once-in-a-lifetime. History and aviation enthusiasts should not miss out on the chance to visit the past in EAA’s own “Aluminum Overcast” and to experience the thrill of flying in an authentic World War II bomber. The 10-person flight experience lasts approximately 35 minutes.
Auction ends July 20, 2012 at 12:00 p.m. CDT
Donor: EAA
Value: Priceless
Minimum bid: $1000
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Item #19
Seaplane Flight Instruction with Lakeshore Aviation
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Lakeshore Aviation is proud to be the only Seaplane flight instruction school in Wisconsin and Illinois listed by the Seaplane Pilots Association. Here is an opportunity to train for one hour in their 1979 Cessna 172XP (210HP) on Wipline Amphimious floats. The airplane is full IFR, and also features an autopilot. Training is available in either Manitowoc, WI along the Lake Michigan shoreline, or at their seaplane base in northern Wisconsin, surrounded by 1000s of lakes April 15 through October 31st.
Auction ends July 20, 2012 at 12:00 p.m. CDT
Donor: EAA
Value: $395
Minimum bid: $175
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Item #20
Tandem Parachute Experience for 2 - Your jump will launch the 2012 AirVenture Oshkosh air show
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You and one adventurous friend will open the Monday, Tuesday, or Wednesday afternoon air show at EAA AirVenture Oshkosh – July 23, 24, or 25, depending upon weather. Join the championship team that jumps into Oshkosh to launch the air show by jumping in tandem – a once-in-a-lifetime experience. Package includes orientation, "team jacket," and jump.
Auction ends July 20, 2012 at 12:00 p.m. CDT
Donor: EAA and Liberty Parachute Team
Value: Priceless
Minimum bid: $1,500
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Item #21
Custom-Fitted Aircraft Canopy Cover
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Keep your plane protected with a custom canopy made by Bruce’s Custom Covers. Each canopy cover is custom sewn and the corners are trimmed to match the colors of the airplane. Materials are moisture resistant, UV resistant, anti-static, scratch proof, yet breathable.
Auction ends July 20, 2012 at 12:00 p.m. CDT
Donor: Bruce's Custom Covers
Value: $550
Minimum bid: $200
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Item #22
Private tour of the ORBIS DC-10 Flying Eye Hospital
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The ORBIS DC-10 Flying Eye Hospital, - the world's only ophthalmic surgical and training hospital with wings - will be present at EAA AirVenture Oshkosh. ORBIS International is a nonprofit, humanitarian organization dedicated to saving sight worldwide.
The ORBIS DC-10 will be on display at Phillips 66 Plaza, AirVenture's showcase aircraft area, July 24 - 29. ORBIS is offering a private tour for up to ten people before or after general admission tours, the exact date and time to be determined with ORBIS.
Auction ends July 20, 2012 at 12:00 p.m. CDT
Donor: ORBIS
Value: Priceless
Minimum bid: $50
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Item #23
Original Pencil Drawing by artist James Dietz
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Through his meticulous attention to detail and historical accuracy, Dietz creates compelling images of the men and machinery that have shaped our century; recreating moments out of history and bringing to life stories from the past. This package includes a stunning original drawing by famed artist Jim Dietz featured in EAA's Sport Aviation magazine column "I'll Never Do That Again." Do not miss your chance to own this one-of-a-kind rendering.
Auction ends July 20, 2012 at 12:00 p.m. CDT
Donor: James Dietz
Value: Priceless
Minimum bid: $50
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Item #24
Original Pencil Drawing by artist James Dietz
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Through his meticulous attention to detail and historical accuracy, Dietz creates compelling images of the men and machinery that have shaped our century; recreating moments out of history and bringing to life stories from the past. This package includes a stunning original drawing by famed artist Jim Dietz featured in EAA's Sport Aviation magazine column "I'll Never Do That Again." Do not miss your chance to own this one-of-a-kind rendering.
Auction ends July 20, 2012 at 12:00 p.m. CDT
Donor: James Dietz
Value: Priceless
Minimum bid: $50
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Item #25
Original Pencil Drawing by artist James Dietz
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Through his meticulous attention to detail and historical accuracy, Dietz creates compelling images of the men and machinery that have shaped our century; recreating moments out of history and bringing to life stories from the past. This package includes a stunning original drawing by famed artist Jim Dietz featured in EAA's Sport Aviation magazine column "I'll Never Do That Again." Do not miss your chance to own this one-of-a-kind rendering.
Auction ends July 20, 2012 at 12:00 p.m. CDT
Donor: James Dietz
Value: Priceless
Minimum bid: $50
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Item #26
Seaplane Introductory Ride
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A floatplane rating opens the door to some of the world's most remote locations - experience that goes beyond anything you might encounter on wheels. Adventure Seaplanes has been in the business of training pilots for over 20 years. Our specialty is floatplane ratings, both private and commercial. Enjoy an introductory ride in a float plane at AirVenture 2012.
Auction ends July 20, 2012 at 12:00 p.m. CDT
Donor: Adventure Seaplanes
Value: $200
Minimum bid: $50
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