The World's Greatest Aviation Celebration - July 23-29, 2012 at Wittman Regional Airport, Oshkosh, WI. http://www.airventure.org en-us Copyright 2012 Experimental Aircraft Association, Inc. Brazil's famed Esquadrihla da Fumaca - 'Smoke Squadron' - military flight team will bring its thrilling aerial displays to Oshkosh for the first time this summer, headlining the afternoon air show at 'The World's Greatest Aviation Celebration.' Thu, 10 May 2012 20:12:18 GMT http://www.airventure.org/news/2012/120510_smokesquadron.html EAA AirVenture is one of Wisconsin's unique events that enable the state to attract tourists from around the world, according to Wisconsin Department of Tourism's deputy secretary. David Fantle made the comments at the annual Oshkosh Tourism Breakfast, hosted by the Oshkosh Convention and Visitors Bureau. Thu, 10 May 2012 20:10:22 GMT http://www.airventure.org/news/2012/120510_tourism.html Aspiring young aviators have the opportunity to go behind the scenes and explore aviation at a whole new level during EAA's Ultimate AirVenture Youth Camp, which will be held July 22-29 in Oshkosh, Wisconsin, in conjunction with EAA AirVenture 2012. Mon, 07 May 2012 15:52:19 GMT http://www.airventure.org/news/2012/120507_ultimateavcamp.html The Canadian SkyHawks parachute team, the official skydiving team of the Canadian Forces, is coming to Oshkosh for the first time this summer to perform at EAA AirVenture Oshkosh 2012. Mon, 07 May 2012 14:04:12 GMT http://www.airventure.org/news/2012/120507_skyhawks.html With about 80 days remaining until opening day, this year's AirVenture 2012 preview video ought to whet your appetite for the World's Greatest Aviation Celebration. Thu, 03 May 2012 18:32:05 GMT http://www.airventure.org/news/2012/120503_video.html The FAA has released the EAA AirVenture Oshkosh 2012 Notice to Airmen (NOTAM), and you can download yours now. The NOTAM, which is in effect from 6 a.m. Friday, July 20, through noon on Monday, July 30, outlines procedures for the many types of aircraft that fly to Oshkosh for the event, as well as aircraft that land and depart at nearby airports. Thu, 03 May 2012 18:22:14 GMT http://www.airventure.org/news/2012/120503_notam.html The Commemorative Air Force's iconic Boeing B-29 bomber 'FIFI', the world's only remaining flying example of the aircraft, will return to Oshkosh this year for EAA AirVenture Oshkosh 2012. Along with the airplane's usual appearances in static and flying displays at Oshkosh, AirVenture attendees will be able to purchase flights in the aircraft for the first time. Tue, 01 May 2012 19:58:51 GMT http://www.airventure.org/news/2012/120501_b29fifi.html The Lockheed P-38 Glacier Girl, the fearsome twin-boom fighter that has become one of the world's most well-known warbirds since its rescue from the Greenland ice cap in 1992, will return to Oshkosh for EAA AirVenture on the 20th anniversary of its first public appearance. The aircraft, which began flying in 2002 after a 10-year restoration, will be part of the weeklong activities at "The World's Greatest Aviation Celebration," July 23-29 at Wittman Regional Airport. Thu, 26 Apr 2012 18:25:56 GMT http://www.airventure.org/news/2012/120426_glaciergirl.html One of the most popular precursors to EAA AirVenture is the mass arrival of aircraft groups to Oshkosh's Wittman Regional Airport. Arriving en masse allows kindred aircraft to set up group camping areas in the North 40, which would be logistically impossible if they arrived separately. Thu, 26 Apr 2012 18:22:19 GMT http://www.airventure.org/news/2012/120426_massarrivals.html A Douglas SBD-3 Dauntless dive bomber that participated in two World War II campaigns will soon be raised from the depths of Lake Michigan and then brought to EAA AirVenture Oshkosh, where it will be displayed and featured in a Warbirds in Review program. Wed, 25 Apr 2012 18:48:22 GMT http://www.airventure.org/news/2012/120425_sbd3.html EAA and AOPA are joining forces to offer a seminar, 'Ethical Considerations for Attorneys Handling FAA Enforcement,' on Wednesday, July 25, during EAA AirVenture Oshkosh 2012. Mon, 23 Apr 2012 21:14:56 GMT http://www.airventure.org/news/2012/120423_legal.html A rare Junkers JU 52 tri-motor will be a main attraction along the AirVenture flightline as part of the airplane's North American tour. The airplane's visit is sponsored by the German-based company RIMOWA, one of Europe's leading manufacturers of high-quality luggage and a first-time partner with EAA at Oshkosh. Thu, 19 Apr 2012 10:58:03 GMT http://www.airventure.org/news/2012/120419_ju52.html Team RV, the world's largest air show team that combines precision formation flying and formation aerobatics, will make its first Oshkosh appearance this summer when it performs at EAA AirVenture Oshkosh. Team RV members will fly the RV kit aircraft from Van's Aircraft, the most popular amateur-built aircraft in the world with more than 7,000 currently flying. As the RV aircraft are built by individuals, no two are exactly alike, and the multitude of paint schemes creates unmatched color swaths across the sky. Tue, 10 Apr 2012 18:35:02 GMT http://www.airventure.org/news/2012/120410_teamrv.html The General Aviation Manufacturers Association (GAMA) and the IMC Club will conduct three seminars on instrument flying proficiency during AirVenture this July. Exact dates and times for the seminars will be announced shortly. Tue, 10 Apr 2012 16:22:14 GMT http://www.airventure.org/news/2012/120410_gamaimc.html The 'Tora! Tora! Tora!' aerial re-enactment of the events of December 7, 1941 - one of the most dazzling warbird air show performances flying today - will be part of the EAA AirVenture Oshkosh afternoon warbird shows for the first time this summer. Thu, 22 Mar 2012 21:57:38 GMT http://www.airventure.org/news/2012/120322_toratoratora.html Last year's debut of the EAA Aviators Club at AirVenture was successful beyond anyone's expectations! The flightline oasis that allowed EAA members to add additional hospitality to their AirVenture experience was sold out throughout the week, so it's coming back in an expanded way in 2012. Wed, 21 Mar 2012 20:45:33 GMT http://www.airventure.org/news/2012/120321_aviatorsclub.html Special daily highlights at EAA AirVenture Oshkosh will please the most ardent aviator as well as those who are just discovering all the attractions within the wonderful world of flight. There's so much action, it can't be contained within the seven days of the convention, July 23-29, as aircraft from throughout the country and around the world make their mass arrivals during the preceding weekend. Thu, 15 Mar 2012 21:14:17 GMT http://www.airventure.org/news/2012/120315_highlights.html The Steve Miller Band, which has been rocking audiences for two generations, will bring its high-energy show to EAA AirVenture Oshkosh on Monday, July 23, for the popular opening night concert, presented by Ford Motor Company. Thu, 08 Mar 2012 19:57:36 GMT http://www.airventure.org/news/2012/120308_stevemillerband.html The General Aviation Awards program announced this week its 2012 national winners who will receive their awards this summer at EAA AirVenture Oshkosh 2012. Thu, 01 Mar 2012 18:15:32 GMT http://www.airventure.org/news/2012/120301_gaawards.html Jim DiMatteo, a decorated U.S. naval aviator who has served in several aviation leadership positions, is joining EAA as vice president, AirVenture features and attractions. Thu, 16 Feb 2012 19:47:48 GMT http://www.eaa.org/news/2012/2012-02-16_dimatteo.asp Young women will be inspired to reach for their aviation dreams as Women Soar You Soar, a four-day mentoring camp featuring inspirational female aviators, returns for its eighth year in conjunction with EAA AirVenture 2012. Thu, 16 Feb 2012 19:45:02 GMT http://www.airventure.org/news/2012/120216_womensoar.html