John Guzzi submitted this photo and note: “American pride on display at EAA AirVenture Oshkosh 2026, the best of aviation.”
Airshows & Fly-Ins
Picture of the Day: The Night Show at Oshkosh
Paul Mercandetti submitted this photo and note: “Paul and Sandy Mercandetti from Knoxville, Tennessee, with their beautifully restored 210-hp Swift at EAA AirVenture Oshkosh 2026. Photo by Jim Roberts.
Picture of the Day: Oshkosh Fireworks
John Lumkes submitted this photo and note: “A 20-second exposure picture from a night fireworks show at EAA AirVenture Oshkosh 2026 created an artistic path of the pyrotechnics and illuminated the crowds watching amidst the various airplanes.”
Picture of the Day: Red Arrows
Sparky Barnes submitted this photo and note: “Beautiful precision formation flying by the Red Arrows during EAA AirVenture Oshkosh 2026.”
AirVenture 2026 By The Numbers
EAA AirVenture Oshkosh 2026 soared to new heights, welcoming a record-breaking 734,000 attendees to the World’s Greatest Aviation Celebration.
Picture of the Day: Around the AirVenture Grounds
General Aviation News writer and photographer Frederick A. Johnsen sent in these photos captured during EAA AirVenture Oshkosh 2026. The show wrapped up Sunday, July 26.
Watsonville Airport Celebrates the Nation’s 250th Birthday
Watsonville Municipal Airport celebrated the nation’s 250th birthday by moving its annual Airport Open House to the Fourth of July. This year’s free community event featured impressive static displays, including a pristine Douglas A-26 Invader bomber, formation flights, and a fireworks show.
Van’s Aircraft Delivers the World’s First MOSAIC-Certified Aircraft
Van’s Aircraft delivered the world’s first MOSAIC-certified airplane at EAA AirVenture Oshkosh 2026.
First Flight Society Plans National Aviation Day Celebration
The mission of the celebration is to provide a fun and educational experience promoting, honoring, and celebrating the accomplishments of the Wright Brothers and helping educate the world about aviation, according to society officials.