From the EAA Vault — Aviation Classic Aeronautical Oddities Newly Remastered

From the Vault: Ike’s Bird - A little-known presidential transport has a new mission

When we think of presidential aircraft, we imagine jumbo jets, like the Boeing VC-25 (the military version of the 747) tagged with the call sign “Air Force One.” Here’s a look at a smaller transport, a 1955 Aero Commander L-26B known as Ike's Bird.

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Museum Speaker Series - B-29 Sean Elliott & Chris Henry

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From the Vault: Mach 2 to Oshkosh

Back in 1985, a British Airways Concorde made the type’s first visit to Oshkosh, establishing our annual convention and fly-in as a truly world-class international event.

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Captain Eddie’s Fairey Firefly

Eddie Kurdziel, EAA 431776, brought his rare Fairey Firefly AS6 to EAA AirVenture Oshkosh 2019, and won Reserve Grand Champion: Post World War II.

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Bob Hoover – “Forever Flying”

Learn more about the career of legendary military aviator, test pilot, and air show performer Bob Hoover, who’s widely regarded as one of the best pilots to ever live.

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Checkerboard Tribute - Carl Patrick and his P-51 Mustang Frances Dell

Carl Patrick bought this Mustang after it was damaged in a landing accident. After an extensive restoration, he decided to paint the airplane to honor Clark Clemons, a pilot with the 84th Fighter Squadron of the 78th Fighter Group.

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