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Electric flight, this could be very interesting.

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Kevin Hazaert, Media and Public Relations
(920) 426-6521
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GE AVIATION SYSTEMS SPONSORING ELECTRIC AIRCRAFT SYMPOSIUM AT EAA AIRVENTURE 2010

EAA AVIATION CENTER, OSHKOSH, Wis. – (June 4, 2010) – As part of its commitment to advancing electric flight, GE Aviation Systems has agreed to sponsor the World Symposium on Electric Aircraft as well as the Aviation Learning Center, which will host a week full of activities devoted to the emerging era of electric-powered flight at EAA AirVenture Oshkosh 2010 being held July 26-August 1 at Wittman Regional Airport.

The day-long World Symposium on Electric Aircraft sponsored by GE Aviation Systems, scheduled for Friday, July 30, will feature several influential industry leaders discussing electric propulsion aircraft in an open forum, offering what they envision is the future for this rapidly growing flight segment that is attracting the attention of scientists, engineers, manufacturers, and investors.

“We’re really excited about this electric aircraft partnership with EAA,” said Chet Fuller, GE Aviation Systems president and scheduled speaker for the World Symposium on Electric Aircraft. “We believe the path to electric flight is through fundamental technologies, and the research and development GE is doing within those technologies include generation, distribution, energy storage and platform-level load management.”

Among the confirmed participants for the symposium are Scaled Composites founder Burt Rutan, FAA Administrator Randy Babbitt, Electric Aircraft Corporation founder Randall Fishman, Yuneec founder Tian Yu, Sonex Aircraft founder John Monnett, Earthstar Aircraft founder Mark Beierle (EAA #47579), who displayed his eGull ultralight aircraft at AirVenture 2009, and commercial pilot and flight instructor Erik Lindbergh, grandson of aviation pioneer Charles Lindbergh.

Daily themed forums will be held at the Aviation Learning Center presented by GE Aviation Systems on safety and airframes; motors, fuel cells, and propulsion; advanced batteries and controls; and regulations.
The week will conclude with working sessions on Saturday, July 31.

Airplane concepts and active prototypes will be on display throughout the week capped off by with special flight demonstrations to showcase these aircraft.

If you’d like to register to attend the free symposium or participate in the event’s forums or presentations, contact Kelly Meyer at EAA headquarters at kmeyer@eaa.org or 920-426-4800.

EAA AIRVENTURE OSHKOSH is The World’s Greatest Aviation Celebration and EAA’s yearly membership convention. Additional EAA AirVenture information, including advance ticket and camping purchase, is available online 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. Immediate news is available at http://twitter.com/EAAupdate.

Mass DC3 Arrival…this will be awesome!

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EAA AIRVENTURE OSHKOSH’S DC-3 75TH ANNIVERSARY CELEBRATION TAKING SHAPE FOR GRAND ENTRANCE

Mass fly-in arrival to highlight July 26 air show at Oshkosh

EAA AVIATION CENTER, OSHKOSH, Wis. – (March 4, 2010) – Possibly the largest gathering of DC-3 aircraft since the 1940s is committed to the aircraft’s 75th anniversary commemoration during EAA AirVenture Oshkosh, coming July 26-August 1 at Wittman Regional Airport in Oshkosh.

That celebration includes what could be a 40-airplane mass arrival at Oshkosh on Monday, July 26 – the opening day of the 58th annual edition of AirVenture. Aircraft and DC-3 enthusiasts from around the world have already committed to participate in the event, including many aircraft that have never before been seen at Oshkosh. In all, as many as 50 or more DC-3s (or its military counterparts, the C-47 and
R4D) could be at the event.

“When we first suggested the DC-3 75th anniversary party, we thought as many as 25 aircraft might make for an outstanding program,”
said Tom Poberezny, EAA president and AirVenture chairman. “The response has been far beyond our greatest expectations and now will be one of the greatest aircraft reunions ever seen at Oshkosh, with more surprises to come.”

The mass arrival fly-in was capped at 40 aircraft, which will stage at Whiteside County Airport in Sterling/Rock Falls, Ill., beginning on Saturday, July 24, with support provided by M & M Aviation.
Following a media day and dinner on July 25, the formation’s pilots will have their full safety briefing on Monday morning, July 26, prior to the public departure for Oshkosh. The full group, with a combined 96,000 horsepower, is scheduled to arrive at AirVenture in time to open that day’s afternoon air show with an unforgettable flyover.

The previous world record for a DC-3 formation is 27 aircraft in 1985. Those aircraft not participating in the mass arrival will arrive at Oshkosh on their own schedule and be part of the many activities surrounding the DC-3 anniversary.

In addition, a special guest “mystery aircraft” – rarely seen in flight – will be part of the mass arrival. That’s airplane’s identity and pilot will be announced on the www.thelasttime.org website that is the host website for the mass arrival. That website is also posting “Hero FBOs” that are offering fuel and food discounts for DC-3 crews heading to Oshkosh; as well as a diary section that welcomes DC-3 fans to post their own fond remembrances of the iconic airplane.

Other activities honoring the DC-3 and its military cousins include an evening program at EAA’s Theater in the Woods; a series of forums and presentations throughout the week at AirVenture; DC-3 aircraft flying skydiving teams during the afternoon air shows; special movie presentations at the Fly-In Theater; and other activities. A number of aviation personalities involved with the development and flight operations of the DC-3 will also be guests at AirVenture.

“We appreciate all the efforts of dedicated volunteers who are helping make this celebration possible,” Poberezny said. “There is already an enormous ‘buzz’ around this once-in-a-lifetime event for the DC-3, and the military C-47 and R4D versions, which also fits very well with this year’s ‘Salute to Veterans’ activities at Oshkosh.”

Complete presentation schedules will be posted at www.airventure.org as they are finalized.

EAA AIRVENTURE OSHKOSH is The World’s Greatest Aviation Celebration and EAA’s yearly membership convention. Additional EAA AirVenture information, including advance ticket and camping purchase, is available online 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.
Immediate news is available at http://twitter.com/EAAupdate.

Great ideas for Christmas gifts!!!

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EAA AIRVENTURE OSHKOSH 2010 ADMISSIONS, CAMPING, MERCHANDISE MAKE PERFECT HOLIDAY GIFT

B-17 flights at Oshkosh also available through advance purchase

EAA AVIATION CENTER, OSHKOSH, Wis. – (Dec. 8, 2009) – The excitement of EAA AirVenture 2010, “The World’s Greatest Aviation Celebration,” isn’t just relegated to summertime dreams, as advance online purchase of Oshkosh admissions, camping and more makes a great Christmastime gift. AirVenture 2010 will be held July 26-August 1 at Wittman Regional Airport in Oshkosh.

Admissions and camping are among the AirVenture items available at the “Buy Tickets” area at AirVenture’s comprehensive website at www.airventure.org. Also available is exclusive AirVenture 2010 merchandise and, for the first time, advance online purchase for flights on the historic B-17 “Aluminum Overcast” during AirVenture week.

AirVenture admissions and other items are excellent gift ideas for aviation enthusiasts, those seeking a unique camping experience, or people seeking to enjoy the unmatched experience of the world’s largest aviation fly-in event.

During the holiday season, all purchases that include AirVenture 2010 merchandise can also be shipped with gift packaging at no additional cost to surprise your favorite aviation enthusiast. Orders received before Monday, Dec. 21 are guaranteed to reach the purchaser before Christmas Day. Free gift packaging is also available throughout the advance-purchase availability in 2010 for birthdays and other special events.

EAA AIRVENTURE OSHKOSH is The World’s Greatest Aviation Celebration and EAA’s yearly membership convention. Additional EAA AirVenture information, including advance ticket and camping purchase, is available online 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.
Immediate news is available at http://twitter.com/EAAupdate.