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B-52 and C-17 Highlight U.S. Air Force EAA AirVenture Oshkosh 2024

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B-52 and C-17 Highlight U.S. Air Force Materiel Command Aircraft for EAA AirVenture Oshkosh 2024

Five aircraft representing AFMC to highlight static displays on Boeing Plaza

EAA AVIATION CENTER, OSHKOSH, Wisconsin — (June 20, 2024) — The massive B-52 bomber and C-17 Globemaster highlight the confirmed aircraft representing the U.S. Air Force Materiel Command (AFMC) during the  EAA AirVenture Oshkosh annual showcase of Air Force commands. The 71st edition of the Experimental Aircraft Association’s fly-in convention is July 22-28 at Wittman Regional Airport in Oshkosh.

The five airplanes displayed on Boeing Plaza will exhibit the mission of the Materiel Command, which handles the discovery, development, and testing of weapons systems used by the Air Force on all of its aircraft. Those aircraft include:

B-52H Bomber Stratofortress – The B52H is a long range, strategic bomber that can trace its origins all the way back to 1945. The bomber can carry up to 80,000 pounds of ordinance and has a combat-range of up to 8,800 miles. This aircraft is based out of Edwards Air Force Base in California.

F-15EX Eagle II – The F-15EX is a variant of the F-15E “Strike Eagle,” designed to further improve upon and update the F-15E, including better avionics and a revised wing structure that increased service life to 20,000 hours.

C-17 Globemaster III – The C-17 is a large cargo airplane, capable of airlifting heavy-duty military equipment and has been used to aid in humanitarian efforts in the aftermath of numerous natural disasters. Each of the four Pratt and Whitney engines produce 40,400 pounds of thrust, leading to an operational range of nearly 3,000 miles.

Beechcraft C-12 Huron – The C-12 is the military designation for a series of twin-prop aircraft based on the Beechcraft 1900 and Super King Air. C-12 aircraft are used for various purposes such as light cargo transport, embassy support, and medical evacuation.

X-40 Space Maneuver Vehicle – The X-40 is an unmanned, unpowered glide test vehicle created as a test platform for the X-37 Future-X reusable launch vehicle. It was originally created by Boeing and was then transferred to NASA, which modified it to conduct further testing. The X-40 will be on display along with a B-52 munitions display inside a tent adjoining Boeing Plaza.

The AFMC will be bringing a large number of personnel who will be describe  their mission and  plans  for the future. The AFMC will also be featured during an evening program at the Theater in the Woods on July 27, where the focus will be test pilot school and the impact on global aviation.

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.

EAA AirVenture Oshkosh 2024 daily air show schedule

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EAA AirVenture Oshkosh 2024 daily air show schedule includes jet teams, aerobatic champions, warbirds, and more

Night air shows on July 24 and 27 feature lighted drone performances and fireworks

EAA AVIATION CENTER, OSHKOSH, Wisconsin — (June 12, 2024) — The daily lineups for the popular afternoon and evening airshows are set for EAA AirVenture Oshkosh 2024, the annual fly-in convention for the Experimental Aircraft Association. The 71st edition of the event is July 22-28 at Wittman Regional Airport in Oshkosh, Wisconsin.

“‘Oshkosh’ is a word that for aviators means the best of the best, and that includes the air show performers who fly here,” said Rick Larsen, EAA’s vice president of communities and member programs, who coordinates AirVenture features and attractions. ‘Whether the performances come from jet teams, aerobatic champions, or new technology, flying at AirVenture is known as a singular achievement for these aviators.”

The current daily schedule includes daily afternoon air shows plus night shows on July 24 and 27. The roster of daily performers as currently confirmed, with the exact daily time schedule set each day (and subject to change without notice):

  • Monday, July 22 (2:15-6 p.m.): Chuters Skydiving Team; Showcase – NORAD; Rutan Aircraft; Jarrod Lindemann (Jet Waco); EAA Warbirds of America; Scott Urschel (BO-105 helicopter); International Aerobatic Club aircraft; USAF F-16 Viper demo; Heritage Flight; A-10 demo team; Kyle Franklin (Super Cub); Vicky Benzing (P-51 Mustang); Skip Stewart (Prometheus); Susan Dacy (PT-17); Rob Holland (MXS-RH); Titan Aerobatics Team (T-6); Kyle Fowler (Long-EZ).
  • Tuesday, July 23 (2:15-6 p.m.): SOCOM skydivers; Technology Showcase – AG UAS, eVTOL; Jerry Kerby (T-28); Bill Stein (Edge 540); EAA Warbirds of America; Jarrod Lindemann (Jet Waco); Matt Younkin (Beech 18); Jim Peitz (Beech Bonanza); USAF A-10 demo team; Heritage Flight; WWII Airborne Demo/D-Day Squadron (C-47); Italian Frecce Tricolori team departure; Bernie Vasquez (P-47); Philipp Steinbach (Gamebird); David Martin (Temco Super Pinto).
  • Wednesday, July 24 (2:15-6 p.m.): SOCOM skydivers; Showcase – NORAD; Homebuilt Review; International Aerobatic Club aircraft; EAA Warbirds of America; Greg Koontz (Decathlon); Scott Urschel (BO-105 helicopter); WWII Airborne Demo/D-Day Squadron (C-47); Canadian Victory Flight (P-51/Spitfire/Hurricane); Jerry Kerby (T-28); Jim Tobul (Corsair); Rob Holland (MXS-RH); Patty Wagstaff (Extra 330SC); Susan Dacy (PT-17); Vicky Benzing (P-51 Mustang); USAF A-10 demo team; Heritage Flight.
  • Wednesday night, July 24 (8-10 p.m.): Doc/FIFI B-29s with Avro Lancaster; USAF F-35A demo; USAF F-22 demo; Titan Aerobatics Team (T-6s); Bob Carlton (Jetfox); Matt Younkin (Beech 18); Kyle Fowler (Long-EZ); Ken Reider/Nate Hammond (RV-8/DHC-1 Chipmunk); Starlight Aerial Productions (drones); Fireworks with Reider/Hammond.
  • Thursday, July 25 (2:15-6 p.m.): SOCOM skydivers; Showcase – JAARS and Vintage Aircraft; Michael Goulian (Extra 330SC); EAA Warbirds of America; Greg Koontz (Decathlon); Jim Peitz (Beech Bonanza); Class of ’45 (Corsair/P-51 Mustang); Skip Stewart (Prometheus); Philipp Steinbach (Gamebird); USAF C-17 demo; USAF F-22 demo; Matt Younkin (Beech 18); U.S. Navy EA-18 Growlers; Red Bull Airforce; Canadian Victory Flight (P-51/Spitfire/Hurricane).
  • Friday, July 26 (2:15-6 p.m.): Canadian Forces Skyhawks skydivers; Showcase – Seaplanes; U.S. Navy EA-18 Growlers; Patty Wagstaff (Extra 330SC); EAA Warbirds of America; Bill Stein (Edge 540); Wisconsin National Guard demo; RJ Gritter (Decathlon); Royal Canadian Air Force CF-18 demo; Canadian Forces Snowbirds; Yellow Ribbon Honor Flight return.
  • Saturday, July 27 (2:15-6 p.m.): Canadian Forces Skyhawks skydivers; Michael Goulian (Extra 330SC); Red Bull Airforce (Aaron Fitzgerald, Kriby Chambliss, and Kevin Coleman); EAA Warbirds of America; Rob Holland (MXS-RH); Kyle Franklin (Super Cub); Bernie Vasquez (P-47); David Martin (Temco Super Pinto); USAF F-16 Viper Demo; Royal Canadian Air Force CF-18 demo; Canadian Victory Flight; Canadian Forces Snowbirds.
  • Saturday night, July 27 (8-10 p.m.): U.S. Navy EA-18 Growlers/Legacy Flight; David Martin (Temco Super Pinto); Titan Aerobatics Team (T-6s); Bob Carlton (Jetfox); Matt Younkin (Beech 18); Kyle Fowler (Long-EZ); Ken Reider/Nate Hammond (RV-8/DHC-1 Chipmunk); Starlight Aerial Productions (drones); Fireworks with Reider/Hammond.
  • Sunday, July 28 (1-4:30 p.m.): Canadian Forces Skyhawks skydivers; Red Bull Airforce (Aaron Fitzgerald, Kirby Chambliss, Kevin Coleman); Bill Stein (Edge 540); Jim Peitz (Beech Bonanza); Jeff Boerboon (Extra 330SC); Titan Aerobatics Team (T-6s); RJ Gritter (Decathlon); Scott Yoak (P-51 Mustang); USAF F-16 Viper demo; Royal Canadian Air Force CF-18 demo and Avro Lancaster; Canadian Forces Snowbirds.

Daily afternoon air shows at EAA AirVenture Oshkosh are presented by Daher and Pratt & Whitney, an RTX Business. Night air shows are presented by Covington Aircraft (July 24) and PenFed (July 27).

Yellow Ribbon Honor Flight honors veterans

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Yellow Ribbon Honor Flight honors veterans as part of EAA AirVenture Oshkosh 2024 activities

Vietnam vets will return home from D.C. day trip at conclusion of July 26 air show

EAA AVIATION CENTER, OSHKOSH, Wisconsin — (May 31, 2024) — One of the most emotional and poignant moments of EAA AirVenture Oshkosh each year will return in 2024 as 100 Vietnam War vets will take a Yellow Ribbon Honor Flight to Washington, D.C., on July 26 as part of AirVenture’s annual salute to veterans. The 71st annual Experimental Aircraft Association fly-in convention is July 22-28 at Wittman Regional Airport in Oshkosh.

Veterans from the Vietnam War will be honored as they travel to the nation’s capital to tour war memorials at no cost to them. The veterans will return to Oshkosh at the conclusion of the Friday afternoon air show and thousands of people will welcome them back home and give them the recognition they deserve.

“The events and emotion connected to the Yellow Ribbon Honor Flight traditionally makes it one of the most memorable events of AirVenture week and our Salute to Veterans activities,” said Rick Larsen, EAA’s vice president of communities and member programming. “We are proud to produce an event that honors what Vietnam veterans did for this country and be able to provide them an experience of a lifetime.”

This is the 10th year that the Yellow Ribbon Honor Flight has originated at EAA AirVenture Oshkosh under the auspices of Old Glory Honor Flight of Appleton, Wisconsin. That non-profit organization has organized dozens of Honor Flights since 2009 with a dedicated group of volunteers. Those flights have included special flights to Pearl Harbor and to Vietnam.

“Each Honor Flight mission is a special occasion, but the ability to be a part of EAA AirVenture always creates unforgettable moments,” said Diane MacDonald, the Executive Director of Old Glory Honor Flight. “Honoring our local Vietnam veterans out of EAA AirVenture is such a highlight; being witness to the enthusiasm, respect, and appreciation from the world’s aviation enthusiasts when the flight returns to Oshkosh is such an incredible sight to see and it means the world to the men and women who get to experience it.”

American Airlines is again supplying an aircraft for the flight, which is flown by an all-volunteer crew of American Airlines pilots and cabin attendants.

Old Glory Honor Flight will be inviting veterans who are currently on their waitlist. In addition, other Vietnam veterans who are already attending AirVenture 2024 are invited to apply prior to June 21 for a drawing for one of 15 seats available on the flight.

More information is available online regarding Old Glory Honor Flight or to make donations to the organization.

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. Immediate news is available at www.twitter.com/EAA.