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Top air show performers commit to EAA AirVenture Oshkosh 2024

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

EAA AVIATION CENTER, OSHKOSH, Wisconsin — (January 11, 2024) — Some of the world’s top air show performers have made commitments to fly at EAA AirVenture Oshkosh 2024 – the World’s Greatest Aviation Celebration – as part of the afternoon and night air show lineups.

Performers at the 71st Experimental Aircraft Association fly-in convention, scheduled for July 22-28 at Wittman Regional Airport, include aerobatic champions and longtime Oshkosh favorites. The event features nine air shows over seven days, including night airshows on July 24 and 27. Daily afternoon air shows are presented by Daher and Pratt & Whitney, while night air shows are presented by Covington Aircraft (July 24) and PenFed (July 27).

“Whether it’s during the afternoon or night air shows at Oshkosh, the performers who fly here are headliners who are among the best in the world,” said Rick Larsen, EAA’s vice president of communities and member programs, who coordinates AirVenture features and attractions. “The air show community knows that the AirVenture crowds are the most knowledgeable anywhere, and appreciate the skill and precision necessary to fly these aircraft to the edge. That brings out the best in these pilots and creates unforgettable memories every year at Oshkosh.”

 Among the performers and aircraft already on the schedule include:

  • Vicky Benzing (P-51)
  • Bob Carlton (Jetfox twin-engine sailplane)
  • Class of ’45 (Corsair/P-51)
  • Susan Dacy (Stearman)
  • Kyle Fowler (Long-EZ)
  • Kyle Franklin (Super Cub)
  • Michael Goulian (Extra)
  • RJ Gritter (Decathlon)
  • Greg Koontz (Decathlon)
  • Nathan Hammond (Super Chipmunk)
  • Rob Holland (MXS-RH)
  • Jerry Kerby (T-28)
  • Lee Lauderback (P-51)
  • Jarrod Lindemann (Jet Waco)
  • David Martin
  • Jim Peitz (F-33 Bonanza)
  • Red Bull Air Force (Kirby Chambliss, Kevin Coleman, Aaron Fitzgerald)
  • Ken Reider (RV-8)
  • Bill Stein (Edge 540)
  • Philipp Steinbach (GB1 Gamebird)
  • Skip Stewart (Prometheus 2)
  • Titan Aerobatic Team (T-6s)
  • Scott Urschel (BO-105 helicopter)
  • Bernie Vasquez
  • Patty Wagstaff (Extra 330SC)
  • Matt Younkin (Beech 18)

Along with these early confirmations, many more 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 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.

SUN ‘n FUN Announces Epic Opening Day Concert – Trace Adkins

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Lakeland, Florida, April 9, 2024 – The stage is set for a monumental kickoff to the 50th Fly-In Celebration at the SUN ‘n FUN Aerospace Expo 2024 as country music luminaries Trace Adkins with special guest, Sara Evans gear up to perform LIVE on Tuesday, April 9, 2024, starting at 6 PM. The highly anticipated concert located on the renowned, SUN ‘n FUN Warbird Ramp is poised to be a highlight of this year’s festivities, delivering an electrifying evening of country music excellence.

Renowned for his commanding presence and iconic baritone, Trace Adkins, a Grand Ole Opry member and chart-topping sensation, brings over 25 years of musical prowess to the stage. With over 11 million albums sold, multiple awards, and chart-topping hits like “Every Light In the House Is On” and “Honky Tonk Badonkadonk,” Adkins promises a dynamic and unforgettable performance. His newest video, “Love Walks Through the Rain” featuring Melissa Etheridge, showcases his enduring talent.

Adkins special guest is the multi-platinum artist Sara Evans, whose powerful vocals and chart-topping singles have dominated the country music scene for nearly two decades. With five No. 1 singles including “A Little Bit Stronger” and “Born to Fly,” Evans has garnered numerous awards and accolades, including Grammy nominations and ACM Top Female Vocalist honors. Her recent album, Copy That, debuted at #1 on the iTunes Country chart, marking another milestone in her illustrious career.

The concert is INCLUDED with the daily admission to SUN ‘n FUN Aerospace Expo at $45 per person, offering attendees an exceptional entertainment experience as part of the milestone 50th Fly-In celebration. Secure your tickets now and be part of this historic musical extravaganza!

 

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MOSAIC certification initiative takes major step forward

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MOSAIC certification initiative takes major step forward

NPRM released as EAA-inspired rule proposes to create more opportunities

EAA AVIATION CENTER, OSHKOSH, Wisconsin — (July 19, 2023) — The Experimental Aircraft Association applauded the FAA as the agency today officially released a pre-publication version of the Notice of Proposed Rulemaking (NPRM) for the long-awaited MOSAIC package of aircraft certification. MOSAIC, or Modernization of Special Airworthiness Certificates, would expand opportunities for light sport aircraft. Comments on the NPRM will be open for 90 days following the official date of publication in the Federal Register, which is expected later this week or early next week.

“MOSAIC had its genesis with a conversation between EAA and FAA officials nearly a decade ago, as we focused on safely creating more aviation opportunities for those who wanted to participate,” said Jack J. Pelton, EAA CEO and Chairman of the Board. “Now that the NPRM is being released, we will study it closely and supply focused comments to ensure that the goals of this EAA-inspired initiative remain in the final language developed by the FAA. It will also undoubtedly be a topic of conversation as we gather for EAA AirVenture Oshkosh next week.”

EAA’s goals for MOSAIC, which have been consistent throughout several years of discussions, include:

  • Changing the limitations of LSAs from an arbitrary weight to performance-based metrics will allow for larger and more capable aircraft and permit a wider range of students and instructors to fly them, significantly increasing access to flight training. This will afford flight schools more opportunities to refresh their fleets by making larger and more durable LSAs a viable option for training operations.
  • MOSAIC will also enable innovation by removing the restriction that powered LSAs must have a reciprocating engine. This will enable future electric, hybrid, distributed power, and other new propulsion technologies.
  • An expansion of the sport pilot certificate. By leveraging sport pilot’s system of training and instructor endorsements, we believe that current and future sport pilots can expand the privileges of their initial certificate to operate larger and more capable aircraft. This would apply to both sport pilots and higher-rated pilots operating under the privileges of a sport pilot certificate, enhancing a pathway for existing pilots to remain active in general aviation.

“We appreciate the work of all those in the FAA who kept this process moving forward,” Pelton said. “EAA has led the effort on this initiative to expand freedoms while maintaining safety, and we will continue to push forward until it becomes reality.”

About EAA

The Experimental Aircraft Association (EAA) is based in Oshkosh, Wisconsin, and embodies The Spirit of Aviation through the world’s most engaged community of aviation enthusiasts. EAA’s 270,000 members and 900 local chapters enjoy the fun and camaraderie of sharing their passion for flying, building and restoring recreational aircraft. For more information on EAA and its programs, call 800-JOIN-EAA (800-564-6322) or go to www.eaa.org. For continual news updates, connect with www.twitter.com/EAA.