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Dear aviation enthusiast,

http://www.airventure.org/2008/events/airshows.htmlWhat does the word “Oshkosh” mean to you?

I hear time and time again from AirVenture regulars and first-timers alike that, to truly understand what AirVenture is, you’ve got to be there. The World’s Greatest Aviation Celebration simply defies description. But whether you’re a seasoned veteran or an AirVenture dreamer, I’m sure you’ll enjoy the video, Oshkosh: The Spirit of Aviation, which relates the essence of not only AirVenture, but EAA as well. This 18-minute production, narrated by Harrison Ford, captures some of AirVenture’s unique sights, sounds, and thrills.

Even if you’ve never attended EAA AirVenture Oshkosh, you’ve heard the stories, read the reviews, and my guess is, it’s on your short list of things to do.

http://www.airventure.org/2008/events/theater.htmlWell, this is your year! AirVenture 2008 is shaping up to be a not-to-be-missed event, packed with exciting announcements, unique and one-of-a-kind aircraft, a showcase of aviation innovation, the world’s largest aviation shopping mall (more than 700 exhibitors!), 10,000 aircraft, daily air shows featuring the world’s top performers, more than 500 forums, workshops, and presentations, and fun and excitement for the whole family.

And the value of AirVenture keeps getting better. This year we’ll be kicking off opening day with a concert on AeroShell Square, sponsored by Ford Motor Company, featuring Foreigner! With memorable hits like Cold As Ice, Feels Like the First Time, Hot Blooded, Juke Box Hero, and Head Games, they’re sure to kick off AirVenture in rock-solid style.

http://www.airventure.org/2008/news/080121_theater.htmlAnd the day doesn’t end when the air show ends. Each evening, Theater in the Woods hosts free programs to delight and inform. This year, we’re pleased to welcome popular comedian, EAA member, and RotorWay helicopter builder, Jeff Dunham, to the stage, as well as actor Gary Sinise and his Lt. Dan Band, and so much more.

When the sun goes down each evening, the Ford Fly-In Theater will once again present your favorite feature-length aviation movies.

And for those camping in Camp Scholler or with their aircraft in the North 40, we now have expanded complimentary WiFi coverage!

Check out some of these other highlights:

  • http://www.airventure.org/2008/events/airshows.htmlF-22 Raptors
  • The world debut of the Rocket Racing League
  • Goodyear Blimp
  • Red Bull Aerobatic Helicopter
  • Nemesis Speed Blast world-record attempt
  • “WomenVenture,” including the world’s largest-ever gathering of women pilots in one location
  • EAA’s new Affordable Flying Center
  • Commemorative Air Force and Lonestar warbirds
  • 70th anniversary of the T-6 “Texan”
  • 50th anniversary of the Nanchang CJ-6A
  • P-38 “Glacier Girl”
  • The restored Boeing Model 40
  • Hundreds of homebuilts from around the world, including the 30,000th registered amateur-built aircraft
  • Warbird Spectacular shows throughout the week

I invite you to join us at EAA AirVenture Oshkosh 2008. It just won’t feel like the world’s greatest aviation celebration without you.

We’ll see you there!
Tom Poberezny
EAA President and EAA AirVenture Chairman

 

http://www.airventure.org/Tickets/You can buy your AirVenture tickets online now…and SAVE! Advance tickets are now available. Visit www.AirVenture.org/Tickets for the best value going. But hurry. The online discount ends June 15.

For other features and attractions, travel and lodging info, and the latest AirVenture news, visit www.airventure.org.

THE WORLD'S GREATEST AVIATION CELEBRATION
JULY 28 - August 3, 2008

  

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