{"id":40947,"date":"2023-08-05T19:27:52","date_gmt":"2023-08-05T13:57:52","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/aviationa2z.com\/?p=40947"},"modified":"2023-08-05T19:27:56","modified_gmt":"2023-08-05T13:57:56","slug":"largest-air-show-in-the-world-eaa-airventure-2023-highlights","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/aviationa2z.com\/index.php\/2023\/08\/05\/largest-air-show-in-the-world-eaa-airventure-2023-highlights\/","title":{"rendered":"Largest Air Show in the World, EAA AirVenture 2023 Highlights"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p><strong>OSHKOSH-<\/strong> While we couldn&#8217;t attend <strong>EAA AirVenture 2023<\/strong> in person, like many of our readers, we were avidly following the daily highlights and important events on our screens.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>EAA AirVenture Oshkosh, commonly called Oshkosh, is a yearly aviation exhibition and assembly of aviation enthusiasts during the summer at Wittman Regional Airport and the nearby Pioneer Airport in Oshkosh, Wisconsin, USA.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"571\" src=\"https:\/\/aviationa2z.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/image-91-1024x571.png\" alt=\"While we couldn't attend EAA AirVenture 2023 in person, like many of our readers, we were avidly following the daily highlights and important events on our screens.\" class=\"wp-image-40950\" srcset=\"https:\/\/aviationa2z.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/image-91-1024x571.png 1024w, https:\/\/aviationa2z.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/image-91-300x167.png 300w, https:\/\/aviationa2z.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/image-91-768x428.png 768w, https:\/\/aviationa2z.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/image-91-750x418.png 750w, https:\/\/aviationa2z.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/image-91-1140x636.png 1140w, https:\/\/aviationa2z.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/image-91.png 1200w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Photo: ALPA<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-eaa-airventure-2023-highlights\">EAA AirVenture 2023 Highlights<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Jack Pelton, CEO of EAA, shared his thoughts on the conclusion of the show, stating, <\/p>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\">\n<p>&#8220;Oshkosh once again served as the nexus of the aviation community. Despite the challenges posed by weather, logistics, and other factors, I&#8217;m particularly proud of the dedication displayed by our volunteers and staff in orchestrating such an exceptional event.&#8221;<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<p>Let&#8217;s delve into some of the notable highlights of the event shared by <em><a href=\"https:\/\/canadianaviator.com\/airventure-2023-by-the-numbers\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Canadian Aviator,<\/a><\/em> particularly focusing on several key statistics:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>This year&#8217;s AirVenture witnessed a remarkable attendance of 677,000 individuals, surpassing the previous year&#8217;s record of 650,000 attendees. <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>An impressive fleet of over 10,000 aircraft made their way to Wittman Field (KOSH) and nearby airports. The activity at KOSH averaged around 148 takeoffs and landings per hour of the airport&#8217;s operation, totaling 21,883 aircraft operations. <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Approximately 40,000 visitors found accommodations in approximately 13,000 aircraft and drive-in camping sites. A substantial amount of time, totaling over 250,000 hours, was generously volunteered by more than 5,500 dedicated individuals. <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>A record-breaking count of 848 commercial exhibitors were present. <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The exhibition featured a diverse array of 3,365 aircraft, encompassing 1,497 in the vintage section, 1,067 homebuilt planes, 380 warbirds, 194 ultralights, 134 seaplanes and amphibians, 52 aerobatic airplanes, and 41 rotor-wing aircraft. <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Further, the international tent welcomed 2,372 registered visitors representing 93 countries. The EAA suggests numerous individuals might not have formally registered, indicating that the number could be notably higher.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"https:\/\/aviationa2z.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/1080px-AutoGyro_Calidus_-_Shuttleworth_Season_Premiere_2016_26422815634-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"While we couldn't attend EAA AirVenture 2023 in person, like many of our readers, we were avidly following the daily highlights and important events on our screens.\" class=\"wp-image-40296\" srcset=\"https:\/\/aviationa2z.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/1080px-AutoGyro_Calidus_-_Shuttleworth_Season_Premiere_2016_26422815634-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/aviationa2z.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/1080px-AutoGyro_Calidus_-_Shuttleworth_Season_Premiere_2016_26422815634-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/aviationa2z.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/1080px-AutoGyro_Calidus_-_Shuttleworth_Season_Premiere_2016_26422815634-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/aviationa2z.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/1080px-AutoGyro_Calidus_-_Shuttleworth_Season_Premiere_2016_26422815634-750x500.jpg 750w, https:\/\/aviationa2z.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/1080px-AutoGyro_Calidus_-_Shuttleworth_Season_Premiere_2016_26422815634.jpg 1080w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Photo: By Airwolfhound from Hertfordshire, UK &#8211; Autogyro &#8211; Shuttleworth Season Premiere 2016, CC BY-SA 2.0, https:\/\/commons.wikimedia.org\/w\/index.php?curid=48972180<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-unfortunate-crash\">Unfortunate Crash<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>During EAA AirVenture at Wittman Regional Airport in Oshkosh, Wisconsin, a collision between a Rotorway 162F helicopter and an ELA Eclipse 10 gyrocopter occurred mid-air on Saturday, as reported by officials.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The incident took place shortly before 12:30 p.m. local time. The National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) is leading the investigation into the\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/aviationa2z.com\/?s=crash\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">crash<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>According to the\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/aviationa2z.com\/?s=FAA\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Federal Aviation Administration (FAA)<\/a>, each aircraft had two people on board at the time of the collision. The initial report did not provide further details about the cause and potential injuries.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Regrettably, a somber incident unfolded as four individuals associated with AirVenture met a tragic fate due to two distinct aircraft accidents occurring within a short span of time, involving three different aircraft.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full is-resized\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/aviationa2z.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/image-90.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-40949\" width=\"1027\" height=\"673\" srcset=\"https:\/\/aviationa2z.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/image-90.png 960w, https:\/\/aviationa2z.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/image-90-300x197.png 300w, https:\/\/aviationa2z.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/image-90-768x503.png 768w, https:\/\/aviationa2z.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/image-90-750x491.png 750w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1027px) 100vw, 1027px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Photo: EAA<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-see-you-next-year\">See you Next Year<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The EAA has already provided the date for next year&#8217;s air show. Subsequently, it will take place from 22 to 28 July 2024.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Among all associations, <em><a href=\"https:\/\/www.eaa.org\/airventure\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">EAA<\/a><\/em> stands unique in providing an enjoyable experience and a strong sense of companionship derived from engaging in activities like flying, constructing, and revitalizing recreational aircraft. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This is fostered by a community of aviation enthusiasts characterized by their unparalleled passion.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Stay tuned with us. Further, follow us on social media for the latest updates.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Join us on&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/t.me\/s\/aviationa2z\" rel=\"nofollow\">Telegram Group&nbsp;<\/a>for the Latest Aviation Updates. Subsequently, follow us on&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/news.google.com\/publications\/CAAqBwgKMPLdrgsw_-jGAw?hl=en-IN&amp;gl=IN&amp;ceid=IN%3Aen\">Google News<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-wp-embed is-provider-aviation-a-2-z wp-block-embed-aviation-a-2-z\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<blockquote class=\"wp-embedded-content\" data-secret=\"QDlEpUDtuP\"><a href=\"https:\/\/aviationa2z.com\/index.php\/2023\/07\/30\/mid-air-collision-between-helicopter-gyrocopter-at-eaa-airventure\/\">Mid-Air Collision Between Helicopter and Gyrocopter at EAA AirVenture<\/a><\/blockquote><iframe class=\"wp-embedded-content\" sandbox=\"allow-scripts\" security=\"restricted\" style=\"position: absolute; clip: rect(1px, 1px, 1px, 1px);\" title=\"&#8220;Mid-Air Collision Between Helicopter and Gyrocopter at EAA AirVenture&#8221; &#8212; Aviation A2Z\" src=\"https:\/\/aviationa2z.com\/index.php\/2023\/07\/30\/mid-air-collision-between-helicopter-gyrocopter-at-eaa-airventure\/embed\/#?secret=846r66NGWQ#?secret=QDlEpUDtuP\" data-secret=\"QDlEpUDtuP\" width=\"600\" height=\"338\" frameborder=\"0\" marginwidth=\"0\" marginheight=\"0\" scrolling=\"no\"><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p> While we couldn&#8217;t attend EAA AirVenture 2023, like many readers, we avidly followed the daily highlights and important events on our screens.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":117,"featured_media":40948,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_monsterinsights_skip_tracking":false,"_monsterinsights_sitenote_active":false,"_monsterinsights_sitenote_note":"","_monsterinsights_sitenote_category":0,"footnotes":""},"categories":[9443,7218,6761,7308,7307],"tags":[11584,11582,11583,11192,11585,7220,7219,6203,6204,9835],"class_list":{"0":"post-40947","1":"post","2":"type-post","3":"status-publish","4":"format-standard","5":"has-post-thumbnail","7":"category-air-show","8":"category-international-aviation-news","9":"category-news","10":"category-us-airlines-news","11":"category-usa-aviation-news","12":"tag-eaa-air-show","13":"tag-eaa-airventure-2023","14":"tag-eaa-airventure-highlights","15":"tag-eaa-airventure-oshkosh","16":"tag-oshkosh-air-show","17":"tag-usa-aviation","18":"tag-usa-aviation-news","19":"tag-usa-news","20":"tag-usa-news-today","21":"tag-usa-today"},"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/aviationa2z.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/40947","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/aviationa2z.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/aviationa2z.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/aviationa2z.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/117"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/aviationa2z.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=40947"}],"version-history":[{"count":2,"href":"https:\/\/aviationa2z.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/40947\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":40954,"href":"https:\/\/aviationa2z.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/40947\/revisions\/40954"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/aviationa2z.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/40948"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/aviationa2z.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=40947"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/aviationa2z.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=40947"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/aviationa2z.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=40947"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}