I recently had one of those experiences that reminded me of the freedom and convenience that general aviation provides those of us who have embraced it as a way of life. It was late July, and to those of us in the aviation industry that means one thing: It’s time to pack up and hit the road, bound for a small Wisconsin town on the shores of Lake Winnebago for “The World’s Greatest Aviation Celebration.”
Well … that Sucked. Why Next Oshkosh, I’m Flying GA
Key Takeaways:
- The author experienced a highly frustrating commercial flight journey to EAA AirVenture, marked by initial inconveniences, a severely delayed and ultimately canceled flight due to mechanical issues.
- American Airlines' customer service was unhelpful, mismanaging luggage by sending it to Chicago without the passengers and offering irrelevant solutions.
- Even after securing an alternative flight, the group faced further delays and logistical challenges, including closed rental car counters and unavailable hotels, leading to a difficult arrival without their belongings.
- This chaotic and inconvenient experience reinforced the author's strong preference for the freedom and convenience of general aviation over commercial air travel.
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