I’ve heard about it for years…the worlds biggest aviation celebration…EAA’s Airventure at Oshkosh, Wisconsin. Based on the aircraft present, from tiny home builts to the massive Airbus 350 XWB, it is breathtaking!
I spent a few days wandering around, taking in seminars (from ADS-B to Is your engine healthy?) and being completely wowed by the world class aerobatics every afternoon.

Yesterday, Burt Rutan and his brother Dick were there to share lots of stories. Burt has designed and built more than 40 aircraft from the Variez to Spaceship One. A prolific aviation genius, he arrived flying the Starship he designed for Beechcraft. Awesome aircraft!

  
I even happened upon the guy who gave me my very first airplane ride so long ago. He’s an industry expert in his particular aircraft, the Aeronica Champ. He was there educating other pilots in how to rebuild and maintain these great two-seater, tail dragger aircraft.

I chickened out and flew commercial this year. Next year…the Cherokee will join the ranks of those privileged to land at Whitman Field!