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Buying an airplane?

Posted on December 8, 2025 by Scott Smith

Buying an airplane?

Did you miss my  @EAA webinar, Ultimate Aircraft Buyer Guide 2021?

Thanks to the @EAA and the @IACHQ for asking me to participate.

Here is a link to the online video, eaa.org/videos/6255038…

@Kitplanes @SunnFunFlyIn @TradeAPlane @GlobalAerospace @piperaircraft

Posted in aircraft, aircraft finance, aircraft insurance, aircraft ownership, aircraft sales, airplanes | Tags: aircraft, airshows, Airventure, AMATEUR-BUILT AIRCRAFT, EAA, homebuilt, IAC |

Tickets now on sale for EAA AirVenture Oshkosh 2026

Posted on December 5, 2025 by Scott Smith

Tickets now on sale for EAA AirVenture Oshkosh 2026 – ‘The World’s Greatest Aviation Celebration’

Experimental Aircraft Association’s 73rd annual fly-in convention is July 20-26

EAA AVIATION CENTER, OSHKOSH, Wisconsin — (December 5, 2025) — Advance tickets are now on sale for the EAA AirVenture Oshkosh fly-in convention, which will be held July 20-26, 2026. The 73rd edition of “The World’s Greatest Aviation Celebration” hosted by the Experimental Aircraft Association takes place at Wittman Regional Airport in Oshkosh.

“As the excitement builds for the world of flight returning to Oshkosh in 2026, we wanted to ensure that advance tickets are available for those who enjoy giving AirVenture tickets as holiday gifts,” said Rick Larsen, EAA’s vice president of communities and member programs, who coordinates AirVenture features and attractions. “Even at this time of year, aviation enthusiasts around the world are planning for their own AirVenture experience and sharing photos, videos, and memories of past trips to Oshkosh.”

EAA AirVenture 2026 programming plans are already underway, with more details on specific aircraft, events, and personalities will be announced as they are confirmed. EAA officials will also be present at this month’s International Council of Air Shows convention to solidify the air show lineup for 2026.

Along with AirVenture admissions, other items available for advance purchase include camping credentials, auto parking passes, and Aviator Club tickets (both North and South locations), as well as B-25 and Ford Tri-Motor flights. A special “Oshkosh Bound” T-shirt is also available for those already planning their journeys to AirVenture, as well as a unique way to gift wrap those holiday AirVenture passes. All advance purchase items are available at EAA.org/Tickets.

In 2025, EAA AirVenture Oshkosh saw a record attendance of 704,000 from 94 nations.

About EAA AirVenture Oshkosh

EAA AirVenture Oshkosh is “The World’s Greatest Aviation Celebration” and EAA’s membership convention. Additional information, including advance ticket and camping purchase, is available at www.EAA.org/AirVenture. For more information on EAA and its programs, call 800-JOIN-EAA (800-564-6322) or visit www.EAA.org.

Posted in aircraft, aircraft ownership, airshow, airshows, Airventure, Aviation, EAA | Tags: aerobatic, Aircraft insurance, Aircraft ownership, airplanes, airports, airshows, Airventure, EAA, experimental aircraft, homebuilt, kitplanes, Sun N Fun, sunnfun, warbirds |

2025 Zenith Homecoming

Posted on September 16, 2025 by Scott Smith

Are you going the 2025 Zenith Homecoming – Open Hangar Days and Fly-In Gathering?

Takes place September 19th and 20th at the @ZenithAircraft factory in Mexico, Missouri
I’ll be there to answer insurance questions on the 19th.
Posted in aircraft, aircraft insurance, aircraft ownership, airshow, airshows, EAA | Tags: aircraft, Aircraft insurance, Aircraft ownership, airplanes, EAA, experimental aircraft, homebuilt, Zenith aircraft |
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