How many are flying into EAA this year?

[Nowackosplease2]

How many flying enthusiasts do we have on Lit that are making the trip to EAA this year?

 

[PacerLJ35]

Wish I was...hopefully in the next few years I'll make it up there!

 

[friendlytongue38671]

Possibly next year...

 

[PacerLJ35]

It's my goal to fly up there within the next 3-5 years. Preferably in my own airplane.

 

[PacerLJ35]

It would be cool to see how many other people on here are interested in aviation!

 

[Nowackosplease2]

I certainly agree! It’s an amazing event even if you don’t have your own plane.I love how many people from around the world are here for 7-10 days.

 

[PacerLJ35]

I certainly agree! It’s an amazing event even if you don’t have your own plane.I love how many people from around the world are here for 7-10 days.

We don’t own an airplane (yet) but both the wife and I are fans of aviation…

 

[PacerLJ35]

I love aviation!

Even though I've lived in Wisconsin most of my life I've only been to EAA once.

I've always wanted to go but other priorities got in the way.

 

[Nowackosplease2]

Planes are already starting to arrive and EAA doesn’t start for 5 days

 

[friendlytongue38671]

I'm into aviation big time . been an avgeek for decades

Oh I bet EAA this year will be crazy...

 

[InvaderZim]

I've always wanted to go. Total aviation nerd

 

[PacerLJ35]

I'm into aviation big time . been an avgeek for decades

Oh I bet EAA this year will be crazy...

You're in Memphis? We live about 2.5 hours west of you...

 

[Plane_Guy]

I plan on driving down.

 

[rgbyman]

I will be there this year. Grew up flying and spent over 20 years in Army Medevac. It is ABSOLUTELY a bucket list item if you've never been.

A girlfriend and I are always interested in meeting new friends in the area as well. It would be spectacular to meet fellow like minded Lit people who are also into aviation.

 

[Valendon]

Decided not to go this year, although now that's it's so close I'm beginning to regret it.

I'd planned to make last year my final trip, but--nope.

And this year--I just thought between a LOT of folks going and the remaining COVID adjustments it wouldn't be quite normal yet.

Maybe next year--but pulling a trailer with a generator and A/C, wimp that I've become!

 

[Lugnut59]

Possibly next year...

Same. Definitely plan on going next year.

 

[PacerLJ35]

I will be there this year. Grew up flying and spent over 20 years in Army Medevac. It is ABSOLUTELY a bucket list item if you've never been.

A girlfriend and I are always interested in meeting new friends in the area as well. It would be spectacular to meet fellow like minded Lit people who are also into aviation.

I flew Medevac for a few years....

 

[Nowackosplease2]

Perfect EAA midwest, middle of summer, high 80’s and high humidity. Bring on the airplanes.

 

[Nowackosplease2]

I will be on the grounds a few nights this week. Would love to meet fellow aviation lit enthusiasts.

 

[Nowackosplease2]

Starting to think about / plan for EAA already. How many people will be coming into town?

 

[Nowackosplease2]

EAA is going all out this year to celebrate the return to normalcy. How many are cumming this year?

 

[StarGazer58]

I had never heard of this before but it looks cool.

 

[FireStillBurning]

I had never heard of this before but it looks cool.

Gazer, Good Sir, didn’t know you were an “ airshow fan” Being in Western NY I was blessed with the Geneseao Airshow every summer. About 60 miles south of Rochester. It was put on by the “ Wings of Eagles “/ 1941 Hag, and it’s being going on in one form or another for close to 40 years!!
It’s held on a grass air field, just adds to the atmosphere. They feature WWI replica’s, planes from the 1930’s & a Host of WWII Warbirds. Back it’s it’s heyday ( 1990’s) they got close to a 100 or more aircraft. SNJ’s, Harvards ( from Canada )P-40’s, P-51’s, B-17’s, B-25’s, Hellcats, Wildcats, TBM’s, Corsair's, Spitfire, Hurricane, British Lancaster heavy bomber, C-47’s. Even an odd German & Japanese ( replica.. Tora,Tora, Tora. )An amazing sight. They also had a least one jet demonstration. You could walk amoung the aircraft, talk to the pilots & crew, even pay a fee & go inside a bigger plane. They also had reenactor’s from all sides of WWII ( even the Russians )
Obviously the best part was seeing these “ Birds” flying. To hear those Big engines come to life. One year was the Year if the Heavy Bomber. Then to see 6 B17’s, a B-24,& a Lancaster take to the skies… with a fighter escort just an awesome, inspiring sight & sound. Will always remember the sights & sounds & smells.
It ain’t Oshkosh, but for me it was unforgettable . Ok, this is long enough. Slainte to all & remember our fallen this Memorial Day

 

[StarGazer58]

Gazer, Good Sir, didn’t know you were an “ airshow fan” Being in Western NY I was blessed with the Geneseao Airshow every summer. About 60 miles south of Rochester. It was put on by the “ Wings of Eagles “/ 1941 Hag, and it’s being going on in one form or another for close to 40 years!!
It’s held on a grass air field, just adds to the atmosphere. They feature WWI replica’s, planes from the 1930’s & a Host of WWII Warbirds. Back it’s it’s heyday ( 1990’s) they got close to a 100 or more aircraft. SNJ’s, Harvards ( from Canada )P-40’s, P-51’s, B-17’s, B-25’s, Hellcats, Wildcats, TBM’s, Corsair's, Spitfire, Hurricane, British Lancaster heavy bomber, C-47’s. Even an odd German & Japanese ( replica.. Tora,Tora, Tora. )An amazing sight. They also had a least one jet demonstration. You could walk amoung the aircraft, talk to the pilots & crew, even pay a fee & go inside a bigger plane. They also had reenactor’s from all sides of WWII ( even the Russians )
Obviously the best part was seeing these “ Birds” flying. To hear those Big engines come to life. One year was the Year if the Heavy Bomber. Then to see 6 B17’s, a B-24,& a Lancaster take to the skies… with a fighter escort just an awesome, inspiring sight & sound. Will always remember the sights & sounds & smells.
It ain’t Oshkosh, but for me it was unforgettable . Ok, this is long enough. Slainte to all & remember our fallen this Memorial Day

I would love to see the WWII aircraft. I remember back when I was a teenager going to an airshow at Dulles Airport with my friends. I don't remember much of what was there that day now though. If there was something closer to home with the WWII planes I would definitely attend. I always thought the Corsair was the coolest looking with the gull wings. Growing up, my best friend's dad was a front gunner in either the B-17 or B-24, I forget which now.

 

[FireStillBurning]

I would love to see the WWII aircraft. I remember back when I was a teenager going to an airshow at Dulles Airport with my friends. I don't remember much of what was there that day now though. If there was something closer to home with the WWII planes I would definitely attend. I always thought the Corsair was the coolest looking with the gull wings. Growing up, my best friend's dad was a front gunner in either the B-17 or B-24, I forget which now.

There is an airshow at Virginia Beach October 1st & 2nd. They are supposed to feature a number of WWII “ war birds”. The county Parks & Recreation Dept. is running a trip there for the Sunday show… for $20.00. Leaves at 6:30, comes back at 9:30. I’m seriously thinking of going. Lunch is over, back on the road again. Slainte