Curious on the backstory behind the photos? This is the place. You'll find not only write ups on local outings, but also reviews of major events I’ve attended.
EAA AirVenture Oshkosh 2025
AirVenture 2025 shattered attendance records while delivering an unforgettable week of rare warbirds, historic formations, major aircraft debuts, and incredible air-to-air photo flights — a perfect reminder of why Oshkosh remains the world’s greatest aviation gathering.
Every year aviation fans from around the world make the trip to Oshkosh for the World’s Greatest Aviation Celebration — and AirVenture 2025 set yet another high bar. 2025 became the largest AirVenture on record, with approximately 704,000 attendees, more than 10,000 arriving aircraft, and over 16,000 operations at Wittman Regional Airport alone. Nearly 40,000 campers filled the grounds, 962 exhibitors were on site, and visitors traveled from 94 countries to be part of it. For one week each summer, Wittman essentially becomes the busiest aviation hub on the planet — and it still somehow runs like clockwork thanks to the dedication and hard work of so many volunteers.
In 2025, there was no shortage of major hardware on the field either. Highlights for me included the Pratt & Whitney 747SP testbed, the attendance of SEVEN Grumman Wildcats, the public debut of the retro-styled Spirit SE-1, and another appearance by the PB4Y-2 Privateer — always a rare sight anywhere. We also witnessed the two remaining airworthy B-29 Superfortresses, Doc and Fifi, flying together again, and another fantastic Ezell Aviation restoration in the form of the P-38 Lightning "Jandina III." Several aircraft that have become familiar Oshkosh fixtures made their final appearances this year, including the Samaritan’s Purse DC-8, USMC AV-8B Harrier II jumpjets, U.S. Navy C-2 Greyhound, and the crowd-pleasing A-10 Warthogs of the Maryland ANG.
It goes without saying that the air-to-air flying was just as memorable. I was privileged to go up in another formation with the OV-10 Bronco and HU-16 Albatross — an incredibly unique pairing that never gets old — along with a remarkable World War II three-ship formation consisting of the rare German Me 262 Schwalbe and two of its former adversaries, the P-51D Mustangs. And to cap it off, a Douglas Skyraider three-ship that delivered exactly the kind of presence you’d expect from that much radial horsepower in one frame. Not bad for an already packed Oshkosh week!
A massive thanks to everyone who made this incredible event AND these photo flights happen — pilots, organizers, coordinators, controllers, and the many people working behind the scenes to safely pull it all together during one of the busiest weeks in aviation. There are a lot of photos in this set, so grab a drink and enjoy! As always, sharing is always appreciated and encouraged. Feel free to tag yourself or your friends if you see yourselves in any of these photos.
Can't wait to see what AirVenture 2026 has in store for us!
July 2025 - EAA AirVenture (Oshkosh, Wisconsin)
EAA AirVenture Oshkosh 2023
Despite difficult weather and events, Oshkosh 2023 was another one for the books!
Every year, aviation enthusiasts from all over the world gather in Oshkosh, Wisconsin for the World's Greatest Aviation Celebration, where they get to experience some of the best aircraft displays and activities. This year, the event managed to break records despite less-than-ideal weather conditions.
With temperatures regularly in the 90s and wildfire smoke from the north hanging in the air, visitors had a difficult time walking around in the direct sunlight for eight days straight. However, according to the EAA, the event was attended by approximately 677,000 people and more than 10,000 aircraft arrived at Wittman Regional Airport and other airports in east-central Wisconsin. There were even more than 13,000 sites for camping, accounting for an estimated 40,000 visitors.
The event also featured 848 commercial exhibitors and received a significant number of international visitors, with 2,372 attendees registering at the International Visitors Tent from a record-tying 93 countries outside the U.S. The actual total of international visitors was much higher, considering that not all of them register at the tent upon arrival.
This year's themes included EAA's 70th anniversary, 50 years since direct US involvement in the Vietnam War ended, the Air Force Education & Training Command, a Corsair "reunion", and a tribute to Public Benefit Aviation such as the Wisconsin Air National Guard, United States Coast Guard, JAARS, Civil Air Patrol, and others. With the large amount of military highlights, both past and present, you'll notice these albums contain more warbirds than past as a result.
Despite the challenging weather conditions, this year's Oshkosh Aviation Celebration was yet another successful event that broke records and attracted aviation enthusiasts from around the world.
