People often say EAA AirVenture defies description, yet the same folks will engage in an informal competition to characterize the event in a single word. Folks use a broad range, from “paradise” to “overwhelming” and “exhilarating” to “exhausting.”
With more than 10,000 aircraft and around 600,000 people showing up, it’s safe to say all of these are accurate to some degree. Visitors should expect to feel a few tingles and goosebumps when encountering so much aviation all at once. But you will also have to manage your emotions as well as your schedule to make the most of the experience.
