Aviation in Wisconsin is being highlighted this week during the Experimental Aircraft Association (EAA) AirVenture, taking place in Oshkosh, WI through July 28. EAA expects to host approximately 677,000 people and 10,000 aircraft and will generate more than $170 million in total economic impact to the region, according to EAA. Gov. Tony Evers proclaimed July […]
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Vintage Wings of Canada’s “Victory Flight” to Soar at EAA AirVenture Oshkosh 2024
Three iconic World War II-era warbirds – the Supermarine Spitfire, Hawker Hurricane, and North American P-51 Mustang – will represent Canadian wartime aviation at EAA AirVenture Oshkosh 2024, as Vintage Wings of Canada brings those historic aircraft as part of the “Victory Flight” at Oshkosh in July. The aircraft will be at AirVenture as part […]
VI&E Solutions Appoints Jeremiah Behling as Board Chairman
Volatus Infrastructure & Energy Solutions has continued to grow its Board of Directors by appointing Jeremiah Behling “JB” as Board Chairman. JB brings a wealth of knowledge from the financial industry and will help direct and advise VI&E Solutions as the Advanced Air Mobility (AAM) industry matures. “We are honored to have Jeremiah not only […]
Legendary Designer Burt Rutan Returning to EAA AirVenture Oshkosh
Burt Rutan, whose innovative designs have captured the world of flight ranging from homebuilt aircraft to space vehicles, will return to EAA AirVenture Oshkosh in 2024 with appearances and forums coinciding with the 50th anniversary of his VariEze canard aircraft design. EAA AirVenture Oshkosh 2024 is July 22-28 at Wittman Regional Airport in Oshkosh. “Burt […]
VI&E Solutions Names Hugh Weaver to Board of Directors
Volatus Infrastructure & Energy Solutions has announced the appointment of Hugh Weaver to their newly created Board of Directors. Hugh will use his wealth of experience and innovative thinking to help assist VI&E Solutions with their strategic growth plans. “Hugh knows how to build and grow aviation infrastructure through effective leadership. As we prepare for […]
Top air show performers commit to EAA AirVenture Oshkosh 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 […]
Volatus Infrastructure Signs MOU with Ace VTOL
Volatus Infrastructure, LLC has signed a memorandum of understanding (MOU) with Australian-based electric vertical take-off and landing (eVTOL) company Ace VTOL. The MOU names Volatus as Ace’s preferred infrastructure partner and establishes a joint business development relationship designed to expand opportunities in the rapidly growing eVTOL market. “Borne out of mutual respect and a shared […]
EAA Introduces 2023 Sport Aviation Halls of Fame Class
The Experimental Aircraft Association Sport Aviation Halls of Fame continue to grow as five new inductees will be honored as part of the 2023 class. The five inductees each represent a different area of aviation – homebuilders, ultralights, the International Aerobatic Club, the Vintage Aircraft Association, and EAA Warbirds of America. The 2023 inductees include: […]
Streaming EAA AirVenture Oshkosh 2023
This year happens to be the first time I’ve missed an AirVenture in over 10 years. What was set up to be my 15th year attending the World’s Greatest Aviation Celebration turned into it being a year away from it instead. While it’s been disappointing not having the opportunity to walk the grounds and take […]
EAA, Boeing Extend Agreement for Collaboration at EAA AirVenture Oshkosh
The Experimental Aircraft Association has announced the extension of their Platinum-Level sponsorship with The Boeing Company. EAA’s relationship with Boeing dates back to 1989 and Boeing’s presence has grown into one of the largest vendor footprints on the AirVenture grounds. With this 3-year agreement, Boeing will retain the naming rights of Boeing Plaza, and continue […]
