More than 600,000 people attended EAA AirVenture in 2021. If you'll be attending this year, you need to know a few things. [FLYING Archive]
Key Takeaways:
Plan your day effectively using provided maps and schedules, utilizing trams to conserve energy, and visiting exhibit hangars before noon to avoid heat and crowds.
If attending with a group, coordinate with identifying clothing and pre-arranged meeting spots, as cell service can be unreliable.
Observe event etiquette and safety by not touching aircraft, being aware of surroundings, avoiding campsites, and respecting volunteers.
Meg Godlewski has been an aviation journalist for more than 24 years and a CFI for more than 20 years. If she is not flying or teaching aviation, she is writing about it. Meg is a founding member of the Pilot Proficiency Center at EAA AirVenture and excels at the application of simulation technology to flatten the learning curve. Follow Meg on Twitter @2Lewski.