I just returned from Oshkosh last night and got on the internet. I drove again this year and stayed for the whole event. Once again it was wonderful. I have always camped at the YMCA because of all the benefits it offers. (Hot Tub, Swimming pool, Ice Skating, Gym, etc.)
My KR2 is not flying yet (but getting real close), partially because I have spent a total of 49 days at Oshkosh and another 28 days total driving back and forth. Those 77 days could have put me flying by now. In spite of this I will attend next year. for the full seven days. Oshkosh provides technical information. The forums provide an exchange of information that is invaluable. Mark Langford's talk on KR2s was a must see. I attented many other seminars on building and flying. I visited WW's tent several times. I spent time in the AeroMax tent with Bill. I had several talks with Gus at the Zenith tent, I stoped by the Maxwell Propulsion Systems booth to look at their latest offerings. The social aspect is great. You literally see and talk with people from all over the world. Unlike flyins for specific planes you can meet people flying other types. This year I talked with Willie about KR2s in South Africa and also talked with a gentleman from Israel about his Cozy Mk 4. A friend from Canada joined me for a couple of days. Anyone with children or grandchildren knows Oshkosh is a great place to bring children to inspire them about aviation. Most of us have greying hair. Unless we get younger generations involved in flying, we will be the last generation to enjoy general aviation. I belong to both the EAA and AOPA. Both groups have people in Washington presenting our side of general aviation to the law-makers. It is partially because of the number of members the EAA and AOPA have that law-makers listen to them. Without our support of these orginzations fighting for our rights, we will soon see increased restrictions and fees put into place. I hope to see you all at next years AirVenture 2010.
