Following three years of dedicated advocacy by the Recreational Aviation Foundation and its allies, Keg Knoll Airstrip in central Utah is now open for backcountry pilots.
News
Building An Airplane in Seven Days
The One Week Wonder aircraft building project returns to EAA AirVenture Oshkosh in 2027. Attendees are invited to help the Aspiring Aviators Aero Club build a Zenith CH 750 Super Cruzer in just seven days.
Free Fly-In and Air Show Prepares for Takeoff at KSHR
Join the Sheridan Pilots Association for the 13th Annual Sheridan County Airport Open House, Fly-In, and Air Show on Aug. 22, 2026. This free Wyoming event features a morning pancake breakfast, an aerobatic air show, local aircraft displays, and a classic car show.
Volare Hangars Reveals Plans for New Development at KOSH
Volare Hangars has unveiled preliminary site renderings for an 80-acre development at Oshkosh Aviation Park. Located at Wittman Regional Airport, the project will feature diverse hangar layouts, a fuel farm, and rooftop viewing decks, with construction anticipated to begin in 2028.
Electric Cosmic One Aircraft Makes Its Debut
Cosmic Aerospace has introduced the Cosmic One, a four-seat electric aircraft poised to benefit from the FAA’s new MOSAIC rules. Expected to be on the market in three years, the new plane is aimed at private owners, flight schools, and flight clubs.
Registration Opens for Free Take Flight With Aviation Influence
Registration is now open for the 2026 Take FLIGHT free event by Aviation Influence in Atlantic City. Join industry leaders, educators, and youth for an inspiring day of career discovery, hands-on STEAM activities, and immersive aviation experiences.
Iowa Approves $10 Million for State Aviation Programs
The Iowa Transportation Commission recently approved $10.2 million for the fiscal year 2027 State Aviation Program. These grants will fund critical safety initiatives, airport development projects, and vertical infrastructure upgrades across dozens of commercial and general aviation airports throughout Iowa.
Support Vintage Aviation by Entering the Swift Raffle
Time is running out to enter the 2026 Swift Museum Foundation raffle. Just 2,500 tickets will be sold, with grand prize a $30,000 engine credit or $20,000 in cash. All proceeds support the preservation of historic Globe Swift and T-35 Buckaroo aircraft.
AirVenture 2026 By The Numbers, Part 2
While EAA recently announced record-breaking attendance for AirVenture 2026, standard highlights don’t capture the entire story. Dive deeper into the massive scale of Oshkosh with some fascinating, behind-the-scenes statistics.