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‘Year of the Fighter’ Brings Classic Warbirds and Modern Jets to AirVenture 2019

A roster of the most legendary American military aircraft in history, from iconic World War II airplanes to today’s
most sophisticated flying machines, will be flying and on display this summer at EAA AirVenture Oshkosh 2019.

EAA’s activities are being planned in conjunction with the U.S. Air Force Air Combat Command, EAA Warbirds of
America, and individual aircraft owners. The activities will take place throughout the week, with some special
programs designated for particular days during AirVenture’s seven-day run.

Among the events involving past and present military aircraft are:

 Aircraft from the USAF Air Combat Command, including fighters such as the F-15, F-16, F-22, and F-35, as well as
the A-10 attack aircraft;
 The first Oshkosh appearance of the unique XP-82 Twin Mustang, which has been under restoration in Georgia;
 A salute to World War II ace Bud Anderson, with every flying P-51 in the U.S. invited to Oshkosh to participate;
 A gathering of U.S. Navy fighter aircraft, including F4U Corsairs, the gullwing fighters that were a key asset in the

Pacific Theater;
 Observance of the 75th anniversary of D-Day, with aircraft that participated in the actual invasion on June 6,
1944, as well as C-47 airplanes that will have just returned from a historic anniversary flight to France;
 U.S. Air Force Heritage Flights and U.S. Navy Legacy Flights involving historic and modern aircraft in formation,
highlighting the legacy and evolution of military aircraft.

“Oshkosh is known for being a collection of aircraft and people that is unmatched anywhere in the world, and that
will again be the case in 2019,” said Rick Larsen, EAA’s vice president of communities and member programs, who
coordinates AirVenture features and attractions. “We are grateful to the U.S. Air Force and the Air Combat
Command for their assistance and to the EAA Warbirds of America to make possible these kinds of activities, for

which AirVenture is known and eagerly anticipated each year.”

More details, such as arrival and flight days for specific aircraft, as well as forums and evening programs, will be
announced as they are finalized.