Many things have to fall into place for a skiplane fly-in to come together, and each is a moving target. A nice snow base is needed, the snow itself shouldn’t be too icy or slushy, and of course ceilings, winds, and visibility need to be conducive to flying. Fortunately, all converged perfectly on Saturday, February 22, at Pioneer Airport in Oshkosh, Wisconsin, for the EAA’s first annual Winter Flight Fest.
EAA Hosts First Winter Flight Fest
Key Takeaways:
- The EAA successfully held its first annual Winter Flight Fest at Pioneer Airport in Oshkosh, Wisconsin, combining the former Family Flight Fest and Skiplane Fly-In.
- Favorable weather conditions and a good snow base allowed 27 skiplanes and one helicopter to participate, drawing approximately 1,600 visitors.
- The event offered diverse aviation activities, including observing skiplane operations and interacting with pilots outdoors, alongside indoor attractions like RC aircraft demos, a scavenger hunt, and a model contest at the EAA Museum.
- This new integrated festival provides a valuable mid-winter aviation event and a contingency plan for days when skiplane flying conditions might be unsuitable.
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