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Movies at Oshkosh

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If you have not been to the theater in the woods before, make it this year! If for no other reasons to at least watch the movie “Bat 21” because it has Skymasters O2’s in it!

HARRISON FORD, FAMED PILOTS AMONG PRESENTERS AT FLY-IN THEATER DURING EAA AIRVENTURE 2009

Films starring Ford, Gene Hackman and others July 26-August 1 at the Fly-In Theater,presented by Ford Motor Company and supported by Hamilton Watches

EAA AVIATION CENTER, OSHKOSH, Wis. – (June 12, 2009) – Hollywood blockbusters and stirring documentaries will be part of this year’s Fly-In Theater at EAA AirVenture Oshkosh, presented by Ford Motor Company and supported by Hamilton Watches, which features movies nightly on July 26 through August 1. The 57th annual EAA fly-in convention takes place July 27-August 2 at Wittman Regional Airport in Oshkosh.

Among the presenters at this year’s films are movie star Harrison Ford, renowned pilots and other aviation personalities. Ford will be introducing the popular Six Days Seven Nights on Wednesday evening, July 29.

Each evening’s presentation at the Fly-In Theater begins at 8:30 p.m., weather permitting. The feature films are shown on a screen five stories tall and are free of charge to all EAA AirVenture attendees.
Even free popcorn is included – all courtesy of Ford Motor Company and supporting sponsor Hamilton Watches! Guests should bring a blanket or lawn chair for seating at the natural amphitheater, located adjacent to EAA’s Camp Scholler.

“Thanks to Ford, the Fly-In Theater has become a fast-growing tradition and superb way to finish a full day of flight – with an aviation movie under the stars at Oshkosh,” said Tom Poberezny, EAA chairman/president and AirVenture chairman. “We appreciate the personal involvement and support from Edsel Ford. In 2009, we are bringing more great aviation films to the event this year, many based on suggestions from EAA AirVenture visitors.”

Among the films confirmed for the Fly-In Theater are:
* Sunday, July 26: One Six Right (2005), which celebrates the unsung hero of aviation, the local airport, introduced by filmmaker Brian Terwilliger, and Barnstorming (2009), a new documentary where two pilots relive the nostalgic tradition of planes landing in fields and taking people on first flights. Introduced by producer Paul Glenshaw and director Bryan Reichhardt.
* Monday, July 27: The Right Stuff (1983), the popular dramatization of the America space program’s beginnings, starring Sam Shepard, Scott
Glenn and Ed Harris. Guest presenter to be announced.
* Tuesday, July 28: Cloud Dancer (1980), a fictionalized account of aerobatic competition, starring the late David Carradine, Jennifer O’Neill and Joseph Bottoms. Introduced by EAA chairman/president Tom Poberezny, who was a pilot and technical advisor for the film, and other guests to be announced.
* Wednesday, July 29: Six Days Seven Nights (1998), starring Harrison Ford, Anne Heche and David Schwimmer. Introduced by Ford, who is also chairman of EAA’s Young Eagles program.
* Thursday, July 30: Bat*21 (1988), starring Gene Hackman, Danny Glover
and Jerry Reed. Guest presenter to be announced.
* Friday, July 31: X-15 (1961), starring Charles Bronson, Mary Tyler Moore and David McLean. Introduced by X-15 pilot and NASA astronaut Joe Engle.
* Saturday, August 1: Pearl Harbor (2001), starring Ben Affleck, Josh Hartnett and Kate Becksindale. Guest presenter to be announced.

The Fly-In Theater is located next to EAA AirVenture’s Camp Scholler, at the north end of Doolittle Drive directly behind the Camp Store.

EAA AIRVENTURE OSHKOSH is The World’s Greatest Aviation Celebration and EAA’s yearly membership convention. Additional EAA AirVenture information, including advance ticket purchase, is available through the World Wide Web at www.airventure.org. EAA members receive lowest prices on admission rates. For more information on EAA and its programs, call 1-800-JOIN-EAA (1-800-564-6322) or visit www.eaa.org.

Ultralight aircraft

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If you have been in aviation for quite a while you might remember back when ultra lights were just that, ultra light small sort of aircraft. Sometimes they were designed around weight shift hang gliders, other times they actually looked like aircraft.

Whatever you memories are, AirVenture 2009 will be your chance to take a trip back in light plane history. In the ultralight area there will be an “Antique Ultralight” display.

See where the light sport category really started!

Updated information about Oshkosh.

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Check out some of the things that are going to happen this year!

AIRCRAFT BIG, SMALL, OLD, NEW: THEY’RE ALL COMING TO EAA AIRVENTURE 2009

‘Something truly extraordinary every day,’ says EAA President

EAA AVIATION CENTER, OSHKOSH, Wis. – (April 27, 2009) – The color, excitement and history of aviation is heading toward Oshkosh in 2009, as just three months remain until the start of the 57th annual EAA AirVenture fly-in convention, coming July 27-August 2 at Wittman Regional Airport.

The entire spectrum of flight will be represented, from the new WhiteKnightTwo Mothership “Eve,” the latest step in space tourism, to the mammoth Airbus A380, the world’s biggest passenger jetliner. Extraordinary aviators will be in Oshkosh, ranging from the pilots of US Airways Flight 1549 to those who built a replica 1909 Wright ‘B’ Flyer. Outstanding entertainment is also part of the week’s action.

EAA AirVenture annually draws participants from more than 70 nations and in excess of 10,000 airplanes, including more than 2,500 showplanes. The event includes 800 exhibitors with the latest aviation innovations; nearly 1,000 forums, workshops and seminars covering every aspect of the world of flight; daily afternoon air shows featuring the world’s finest aerobatic performers; up-close and personal sessions with top aviation personalities; and the gathering of aviation enthusiasts from around the globe coming home to “aviation’s family reunion.”

“There are dozens of reasons for any aviation enthusiast to be excited about EAA AirVenture 2009,” said Tom Poberezny, EAA president and AirVenture chairman. “People often ask me, ‘What is the best day to come to AirVenture?’ While the answer might depend on your personal aviation preferences, one constant this year is this: Every day, there is something truly extraordinary happening at ‘The World’s Greatest Aviation Celebration’ that is part of something you can see no place else in the world.”

Among the highlights already confirmed for AirVenture 2009:
* Space tourism’s pioneering flights get a step closer as the WhiteKnightTwo space mothership “Eve” makes it public debut when it lands at Oshkosh on July 27;
* The mammoth Airbus A380, the world’s largest passenger jetliner, makes its first general public air show appearance in North America;
* One of most gripping aviation events of recent years will be retold when the cockpit crew of US Airways Flight 1549 discuss their safe emergency landing in the Hudson River in January;
* Commemoration of aviation anniversaries from 100 years of Canadian flight and 80 years of homebuilt Pietenpols, to 60 years of the T-28 trainer and 50 years for the iconic Cessna 150;
* Recognition of aviation humanitarian achievements in the “Fly 4 Life” program and welcoming back Oshkosh Concorde Alumni in a special AirVenture reunion;
* The Doobie Brothers rockin’ the runway on Monday evening, July 27, presented by Ford Motor Company, plus comedian Jeff Dunham on August 1 presented by RotorWay International;
* More than 2,500 “showplanes” from vintage models to ultralights, including nearly 1,000 homebuilt aircraft built and flown by their owners;
* The newest innovations in aviation, with 700+ exhibitors offering everything to fulfill an aviation enthusiast’s dreams, and plenty of new aircraft and avionics unveilings.
* A whole new look to the AirVenture grounds, with upgraded visitor amenities throughout the flight line and camping areas.

Each year more than 30,000 people annually camp adjacent to the flight line, either next to their airplanes or driving in to spacious Camp Scholler, fully experiencing everything that EAA AirVenture has to offer. Many aviators also are welcomed during their journeys by airport businesses that support EAA AirVenture through aviation fuel discounts and other amenities, available by searching www.airventure.org.

“For more than 50 years, the airplanes bring us together, but the spirit of the people keep us coming back,” Poberezny said. “Pilots know that Oshkosh is a highlight for any aviator, which is why many make the trip every year. EAA AirVenture is a unforgettable week filled with excitement and unmatched experiences.”

EAA AIRVENTURE OSHKOSH is The World’s Greatest Aviation Celebration and EAA’s yearly membership convention. EAA members receive lowest prices on admission rates. Additional EAA AirVenture information, including advance ticket purchase, admission rates, housing information, schedules and pilot info, is available through the World Wide Web at www.airventure.org. Instant updates are also available at http://twitter.com/EAAupdate.