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Air Force officer, Miss America makes waves at EAA
OSHKOSH, Wis. — Miss America Madison Marsh, an active-duty Air Force 2nd lieutenant, talked about how she balances her military career and pageant life Wednesday at EAA AirVenture Oshkosh. "I'm in two very conflicting stereotypical roles when you think about women in the military and you think about women...
Seaplane Base hidden gem at EAA
OSHKOSH, Wis. (WFRV) – Longtime volunteers call it one of EAA AirVenture Oshkosh’s best-kept secrets. But the people at the Seaplane Base aren’t deliberately trying to keep people out. In fact, for them it’s the more the merrier. The Seaplane Base is about a 10 minute...
Wisconsin Air National Guard shows off new F-35A fighter at AirVenture
OSHKOSH, Wis. (WBAY) -Oshkosh is known as the mecca of sport aviation, but Wisconsin can also now be called home to one of the military’s most state of the art aircraft. The 115th Fighter Wing of the Wisconsin Air National Guard in Madison received eight F-35A Lighting II aircraft in April of 2023, becoming only the second Air National Guard wing in the country to get them. The Vermont Air National Guard’s 158th Fighter Wing was the first.
EAA Night 3: D-Day reenactment planes get their invasion stripes, Canadian Snowbirds return to EAA
OSHKOSH, Wis. (WBAY) - Thousands returned to EAA AirVenture on Wednesday night, and more than a dozen of the world’s best aerobatic pilots painted the sky with a re-enactment of D-Day, along with hundreds of choreographed drones. The day before the D-Day invasion on June 6, 1944, black and...
Oshkosh, here are the road projects and traffic impacts to expect this week
OSHKOSH – A number of roads will be closed again this week as construction continues across the city. No less than seven roads are set to be closed from July 27 to Aug. 2 to facilitate road work projects on South Main Street, Clairville Road, Waugoo Avenue, Iowa Street, Michigan Street, West Fifth Avenue and West Seventh Avenue. ...
Father and son celebrate Royal Canadian Air Force's centennial at EAA
OSHKOSH, Wis. — The EAA is celebrating the Royal Canadian Air Force's (RCAF) centennial this year. The Snowbirds were the first military team to fly at the EAA in Oshkosh in the 1970s. The EAA is celebrating the Royal Canadian Air Force's (RCAF) centennial this year by featuring Snowbirds.
Award-winning biplane flown by WASP pilots during WWII showcased at EAA AirVenture
OSHKOSH, Wis. (WBAY) - There are more than 10,000 planes out on the EAA AirVenture grounds in Oshkosh. Some are new, some are old, and some have decorated pasts that highlight how women contributed during times of war. Mike Porter of Ohio is a pilot, aircraft mechanic, and authorized aircraft...
Unleaded Fuel Debate Heats Up in Oshkosh
OSHKOSH, Wisconsin—Tensions flared briefly at a forum on progress toward an unleaded replacement for avgas Monday at EAA AirVenture. During the public comment period after formal presentations, Tim Roehl, president of General Aviation Modifications Inc. (GAMI), challenged a couple of points made during the presentations of members and support staff from the End Aviation Gasoline Lead Emissions. He told the crowd—smaller than in previous years—that contrary to assertions made during the formal part of the forum, GAMI’s G100UL is indeed ready for distribution and sale.
Vietnam veterans Honor Flight departs from EAA AirVenture
OSHKOSH, Wis. (WBAY) - Friday is an emotional day for dozens of Vietnam Veterans who were boarding an Honor Flight. Almost 100 veterans arrived at Wittman Regional Airport in Oshkosh just before 5 a.m. to board a Yellow Ribbon Honor Flight, which took off just after 6. The Honor Flight...
Annual Parade of Veterans at EAA AirVenture salutes those who served
OSHKOSH, Wis. (WBAY) - A special honor took place Friday afternoon on the grounds of AirVenture, as the annual Parade of Veterans delivered a special patriotic tribute. Veterans were invited to gather by their specific service flag for the playing of their military branch’s song followed by departure from Warbird Alley to Boeing Plaza.
Key Reads – Thursday, July 25th, 2024
The state of Wisconsin is on tap for a couple of nice days, weather-wise. This is great news for those attending the EAA AirVenture in Oshkosh. Here is what is happening in the news around the state:. Wisconsin could see it’s new tallest building in over 50 years. A...
Explore This Enormous Aviation Museum In Wisconsin With Over 200 Antique And Iconic Aircraft
Tucked away in the heart of Wisconsin, the EAA Aviation Museum in Oshkosh is one of those hidden gems that promises to ignite your passion for aviation. With over 200 antique and iconic aircraft on display, it’s a treasure trove of history and innovation waiting to be explored. This...
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