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EAA AIRVENTURE OSHKOSH 2018 NOTAM NOW AVAILABLE FOR PILOTS FLYING TO OSHKOSH

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EAA AIRVENTURE OSHKOSH 2018 NOTAM NOW AVAILABLE FOR PILOTS FLYING TO OSHKOSH

Oshkosh air traffic procedures are required reading for all aviators flying to AirVenture

EAA AVIATION CENTER, OSHKOSH, Wisconsin — (April 30, 2018) — The Federal Aviation Administration has released the EAA AirVenture Oshkosh 2018 Notice to Airmen (NOTAM), featuring arrival and departure procedures for EAA’s 66th annual fly-in convention July 23-29 at Wittman Regional Airport in Oshkosh.

The NOTAM, which is in effect from 6 a.m. CDT on Friday, July 20, until noon CDT on July 30, outlines procedures for the many types of aircraft that fly to Oshkosh for the event, as well as aircraft that land at nearby airports.

The NOTAM was designed by the FAA to assist pilots in their EAA AirVenture flight planning. This year’s NOTAM cover features aviation fans watching the air show at Oshkosh.

While the overall procedure is generally similar to past years, there are a number of changes compared to the 2017 version. It is essential that pilots flying to Oshkosh thoroughly read the 2018 NOTAM for the most updated information. Some of those changes include:

  • Oshkosh Taxiway Bravo has been realigned, with resulting changes to aircraft parking and camping areas
  • Oshkosh Ground Control frequency has been changed to 132.3
  • Descriptions of Seaplane Base procedures and Transient Helicopter area have been updated
  • Madison Approach Control frequencies and airspace boundary altitudes have changed
  • Two southern Wisconsin VORs have been decommissioned
  • IFR routings and the list of airports requiring IFR reservations has been updated

Pilots can download a digital version of the NOTAM at www.EAA.org/NOTAM, or order a free printed copy via that website or by calling EAA Membership Services at 800-564-6322.

To further assist pilots flying to Oshkosh, the National Transportation Safety Board has an informative safety bulletin about arriving to a major fly-in event.

About EAA AirVenture Oshkosh

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.eaa.org/airventure. EAA members receive lowest prices on admission rates. For more information on EAA and its programs, call 800-JOIN-EAA (800-564-6322) or visit www.eaa.org. Immediate news is available at www.twitter.com/EAA.

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Aircraft Buyer’s Guide Just Released on Amazon

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Just released “Aircraft Buyers Guide” is filled with helpful checklists, personal rating system and more.

Shopping for an airplane? The Aircraft Buyer’s Guide is a handy book to use when you are looking at buying an aircraft. It includes a list of abbreviations that are commonly used, rating worksheets for aircraft you have selected to help you narrow down your search. It also includes basic repurchase checklists and a inspection guide.

Buy your copy of the “Aircraft Buyer’s Guide” at the Amazon Book Store in electronic version or paperback before you shop for you next airplane.

Aircraft Buyer's Guide

TOP AIR SHOW PERFORMERS COMMIT TO EAA AIRVENTURE OSHKOSH 2018

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TOP AIR SHOW PERFORMERS COMMIT TO EAA AIRVENTURE OSHKOSH 2018

More performers to be added to initial all-star roster in coming weeks

EAA AVIATION CENTER, OSHKOSH, Wisconsin — (January 18, 2018) — Some of the world’s top air show performers have made their commitments to fly at EAA AirVenture Oshkosh 2018 – the World’s Greatest Aviation Celebration – as part of the afternoon and night air show lineups.

Those performers include aerobatic champions and longtime Oshkosh favorites for the 66th annual Experimental Aircraft Association fly-in convention, scheduled for July 23-29 at Wittman Regional Airport. The afternoon air shows are presented by Quest Aircraft and Pratt & Whitney Canada, while the Saturday, July 28, night air show is presented by Oshkosh Corporation.

“This is already an outstanding all-star air show lineup and we’re just getting started,” said Rick Larsen, EAA’s vice president of communities and member programs, who coordinates AirVenture features and attractions. “We use the feedback collected each year to bring favorite performers back to Oshkosh, while adding exciting new acts and air show attractions connected with particular aircraft, events, and anniversaries.”

Among the performers and aircraft already planning to appear at Oshkosh in 2018 are:

AeroShell Aerobatic Team (T-6s)

Vicky Benzing (Extra 300S)

Canadian Harvard Aerobatic Team (Harvards)

Bob Carlton (SubSonex JSX-2)

Kirby Chambliss (Edge 540)

Matt Chapman (Extra 300LX)

Class of ’45 (P-51/Corsair)

Kyle Fowler (Rutan Long-EZ)

Kyle Franklin (Demon-1 Dracula)

GEICO Skytypers (SNJ-2s)

Mike Goulian (Extra 330SC)

Rob Holland (MXS-RH)

Jerry Kerby (RV-8A)

Greg Koontz (Xtreme Decathlon/Piper J-3 Cub)

Justin Lewis (FLS Microjet)

David Martin (Beech Baron)

Jessy Panzer (Pitts Special)

Paradigm Aerobatic Team (Powered paragliders)

Patriot Parachute Team (skydiving)

Jim Peitz (Beechcraft F-33C Bonanza)

Gene Soucy/Teresa Stokes (Showcat)

Bill Stein (Zivko Edge 540)

Skip Stewart (Pitts S2S Prometheus)

Trojan Thunder (T-28 Trojan)

Sean D. Tucker (Oracle Challenger III)

Patty Wagstaff (Extra 330S)

Scott Yoak (P-51 Mustang)

Matt Younkin (Twin Beech 18)

Along with these early confirmations, many more exciting performers will be announced, including some only-in-Oshkosh performers and aircraft. Exact days for each performer and complete daily air show lineups will be announced as they are finalized.

About EAA AirVenture Oshkosh

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.eaa.org/airventure. 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 www.twitter.com/EAA.