AirVenture is without a doubt
the world's largest aviation event. Held each July in Oshkosh, Wisconsin, USA, this event
is a must-see for aviation fanatics the world over. Warbirds are always a large part of
the show, and we spent a lot of time photographing the action. Here are some glimpses of
the warbird scene at Oshkosh 2005.
The relatively recent advent
of "Heritage Flights" has resulted in some throat lump-inducing
moments at Oshkosh and elsewhere, such as
this four-ship of fighters, old and new. Here, an F-4 Phantom, two P-51
Mustangs, and an F-16 Fighting Falcon make a photo pass over Oshkosh on
Wednesday. Photo by Buck Wyndham
An L-17A
(N91616), painted in the colors of the U.S. Air Force's 153rd Observation
Squadron, keeps a watchful eye over the
airshow proceedings. Photo by Buck Wyndham
A Curtiss P-40 Warhawk makes its way into the
crowded fighter parking area. Photo by Buck Wyndham
More
shark's teeth. The owner of this lovely Fairchild PT-19 (N1175N),
Kevin Antrim, wipes off the early morning dew and prepares for another
day. Photo by Buck Wyndham
How to camp in style -- with
your warbird. The wing of their 1944 Howard GH-3 provides a cozy
camp-shelter for owners Brian and Debbie Longwill. Photo by Buck Wyndham
