The airplanes showcased will be a Douglas DC-6B and a Lockheed P-38 Lightning, each of which have fascinating stories behind their discovery and restoration, according to EAA officials.
Airshows & Fly-Ins
Picture of the Day: Back in the day
Robert Butterfield Jr. submitted this picture with a note: “Spectators admiring classic and antique aircraft at a Fly-In located at Lee Bottom Airport (64I) in Hanover, Indiana. Bringing aviation to all interested people.”
Tickets now on sale for 2026 Oshkosh
“We wanted to ensure that advance tickets are available for those who enjoy giving AirVenture tickets as holiday gifts.”
It was an honor
14W popped into my head when I heard Textron Aviation, today’s owner of the venerable Beechcraft line, announced it will end production for both the Bonanza and Baron lines once current orders are fulfilled.
Picture of the Day: The Badlands
Jim Thomas submitted this photo and note: “After landing at Spearfish, South Dakota, for the Badlands Fly-In in September 2025, a thunderstorm moved across the grass airplane parking.”
Food Truck Fly-In draws thousands
Marking its fifth year, California’s San Martin Airport (E16) Food Truck Fly-In had close to 6,000 folks come out to enjoy the warm weather, eat some good food, browse dozens of vendor booths, and see lots of airplanes.
Picture of the Day: In the pink
Lindsay Petre submitted this photo and note: “My husband Christopher shows off his fashion chops alongside this beautiful Velocity at a SUN ‘n FUN Aerospace Expo a few years ago.”
Picture of the Day: Curtiss on cue
Susan Loricchio submitted this photo and note: “Looks like a great day to be up with the clouds. Old Rhinebeck Aerodrome in New York is a flying museum, where you step back in time and experience the sights, sounds, and smell of the rare birds. Young and old come to volunteer in various capacities from acting to working on the aircraft.”
One big aviation family
Sometimes a fly-in plan comes together perfectly as was the case for the Carolinas Virginia Antique Airplane Foundation 2025 fall fly-in at historic Woodward Field (KCDN) in Camden, South Carolina.