AirVenture 2013 opened under a banner of resilience. In his remarks that year, the EAA President framed the show as a triumph over adversity, acknowledging the financial pressures, regulatory challenges, and organisational headwinds that had shaped the months leading up to Oshkosh. Yet the event that unfolded on the grounds of Wittman Regional Airport demonstrated the opposite of contraction: strong attendance, a revitalised programme, and a community determined to keep the world’s largest aviation gathering moving forward.
The flightline reflected this spirit. Warbirds, homebuilts, and vintage aircraft arrived in force, joined by a growing contingent of modern composite designs and advanced avionics platforms that were reshaping general aviation. The daily schedule leaned into heritage and innovation in equal measure, with large‑scale formations, precision aerobatics, and manufacturer showcases that highlighted both the history and the future of flight.
Across the grounds, AirVenture 2013 carried the unmistakable energy of a community refusing to be defined by its challenges. From the seaplane base to Pioneer Airport, the show reaffirmed Oshkosh’s identity as aviation’s annual meeting place — a gathering built not on ease, but on the shared determination to overcome obstacles and keep the spirit of flight alive.
The world’s only surviving North American P-64 (NA-68) on display at EAA AirVenture 2013. Originally one of six single-seat fighters built in 1940 for the Royal Thai Air Force, the aircraft was embargoed before delivery and taken over by the U.S. Army Air Corps, where it served as an unarmed advanced fighter trainer. Derived from the North American NA-16 family that also produced the AT-6 Texan, the P-64 represents an important but little-known step in the evolution of North American fighter aircraft and is now preserved by the EAA Aviation Museum.
A de Havilland Canada DHC-4 Caribou displayed on the Warbirds ramp during EAA AirVenture 2013. Designed as a rugged short take-off and landing (STOL) transport, the Caribou entered service in 1961 and proved invaluable during the Vietnam War, where its ability to operate from short, rough airstrips allowed it to deliver troops, ammunition, and supplies directly to isolated forward bases. Powered by two Pratt & Whitney R-2000 radial engines, the Caribou became one of the most capable tactical airlifters of its era. After the transfer of fixed-wing transport responsibilities from the U.S. Army to the U.S. Air Force, many Caribous continued to serve for years before passing into civilian and museum ownership.
Embraer EMB-314B Super Tucano N314TG on static display at EAA AirVenture 2013. Developed from the successful EMB-312 Tucano, the Super Tucano is a two-seat turboprop designed for advanced pilot training, counter-insurgency (COIN), and light attack missions. Powered by a 1,600 shp Pratt & Whitney Canada PT6A-68C engine and equipped with a modern glass cockpit and weapons capability, the type has been adopted by numerous air forces around the world. This aircraft, serial number 31400082, served in the United States as a Sierra Nevada Corporation demonstrator and test aircraft.
The Commemorative Air Force’s Consolidated B-24A/LB-30 Diamond Lil on static display at EAA AirVenture 2013. Registered N24927, this remarkable aircraft is one of the world’s very few airworthy Liberators. Originally built as an early LB-30 transport derivative of the B-24A, it served in a variety of civilian and military roles before being acquired by the CAF in 1968. Restored to represent an early-war Liberator, Diamond Lil became one of the stars of the CAF’s Ghost Squadron and a major attraction at Oshkosh, where visitors could tour the aircraft and experience one of aviation’s most iconic heavy bombers.
A Commemorative Air Force aircraft disguised as a Nakajima B5N Type 97 “Kate” carrier torpedo bomber on display at EAA AirVenture 2013. Finished in Imperial Japanese Navy markings and carrying a replica aerial torpedo, the aircraft was used in the CAF’s living-history and airshow re-enactments to portray the famous Japanese torpedo bomber that played a pivotal role in the attack on Pearl Harbor and early Pacific campaigns.
A highly modified Hawker Sea Fury on display at EAA AirVenture 2013. Originally designed around the Bristol Centaurus radial engine, this aircraft has been re-engined with the American Pratt & Whitney R-4360 Wasp Major, whose opposite direction of rotation is evident from the reversed propeller blade pitch. Such conversions became popular in the air racing world, where the immense power of the 3,500 hp R-4360 made the Sea Fury one of the most successful competitors at the Reno National Championship Air Races. Painted in representative RAF wartime markings, the aircraft combines classic Hawker lines with one of the most powerful piston engines ever fitted to a production aircraft.
A bright red Van’s RV-6A is pushed into position by volunteers in the Homebuilt Aircraft area at EAA AirVenture 2013. Introduced in the 1980s, the RV-6A became one of the world’s most successful kit-built aircraft, combining excellent performance with responsive handling and economical operation. The tricycle-undercarriage “A” model offers easy ground handling while retaining the lively flying qualities that have made the RV series a favourite among amateur builders. Scenes such as this, with aircraft being marshalled by hand, are a familiar part of daily life at Oshkosh during the world’s largest gathering of homebuilt aircraft.
The Commemorative Air Force’s legendary Consolidated B-24A Liberator “Diamond Lil” dominates the Warbirds area at EAA AirVenture 2013. The world’s oldest flying B-24 and the only airworthy B-24A, the aircraft has long been known to generations of aviation enthusiasts as Diamond Lil. Although it has since been restored to represent its original wartime identity, Ol’ 927, the aircraft continues to fly and tour under the historic Diamond Lil name. Its appearance at Oshkosh provided visitors with a rare opportunity to experience one of the world’s most significant surviving heavy bombers.
Douglas C-47A Skytrain “Duggy the Dakota – The Smile in the Sky” at EAA AirVenture Oshkosh 2013.
The unmistakable nose art transforms this veteran transport into “Duggy,” whose smiling face has delighted airshow visitors for years. Built as a military C-47A Skytrain during the Second World War, the aircraft later became a popular ambassador for classic aviation, its cheerful grin making it instantly recognizable on the flight line. Photographed head-on at Oshkosh, Wisconsin, during EAA AirVenture 2013, with its broad wings and twin Pratt & Whitney radial engines framing one of the event’s most characterful warbirds.
A radial-engined agricultural aircraft, believed to be an Air Tractor or similar crop duster, displayed as Dusty Crophopper during Disney’s Planes promotion at EAA AirVenture 2013. Decorated with the character’s distinctive eyes and orange-and-white colour scheme, the aircraft celebrated the release of Disney’s aviation-themed animated film and attracted visitors of all ages to the exhibit.
A beautifully restored Grumman F7F-3 Tigercat dominates the flight line at Oshkosh during EAA AirVenture 2013. Finished in a striking glossy Sea Blue scheme with the bold fuselage number 375, the twin-engine naval fighter showcases the powerful lines that made it one of the fastest piston-powered military aircraft of its era. Although it arrived too late for combat in the Second World War, the Tigercat went on to serve with the U.S. Marine Corps before becoming one of the most impressive and sought-after warbirds on the airshow circuit. Your photograph captures its long streamlined nose, massive radial engines and broad wings to excellent effect.
A classic Ford Model T Speedster, carrying competition number 95, is displayed outside the Ford EcoBoost Pavilion during EAA AirVenture 2013. Although based on Henry Ford’s famous Model T, Speedsters were lightweight sporting conversions created for competition and spirited driving, often featuring minimalist bodywork and stripped-down interiors. The car’s presence highlighted Ford’s long association with aviation and its sponsorship of AirVenture, providing a fascinating link between the pioneering eras of motoring and flight.
The International Visitors Tent welcomes aviation enthusiasts from around the world during EAA AirVenture 2013. National flags line the entrance to the marquee, representing the many countries whose pilots, photographers and visitors make the annual pilgrimage to Oshkosh. Dominating the background is the control tower at Wittman Regional Airport (KOSH), a familiar landmark overlooking the world’s busiest airport during AirVenture week. The scene captures the unique international atmosphere that has made Oshkosh the world’s premier gathering of aviation enthusiasts.
The striking Italian-built Piaggio P.180 Avanti II, registration N405KT, is exhibited at the Piaggio Aero display during EAA AirVenture 2013. Instantly recognizable by its unconventional three-surface configuration—with a small forward wing (canard), a main wing mounted aft of the cabin, and pusher-mounted Pratt & Whitney Canada PT6A turboprop engines—the Avanti combines the speed of many light jets with the fuel efficiency of a turboprop. Its sleek, futuristic design and exceptionally quiet cabin have made it one of the most distinctive executive aircraft ever produced, while its appearance at Oshkosh reflected the show’s blend of innovation, business aviation and classic aircraft.
A head-on view of the sleek Piaggio P.180 Avanti II displayed in the Piaggio Aero exhibit area during EAA AirVenture 2013. The Avanti’s unique canard-wing-tail layout and pusher propellers set it apart from conventional business aircraft, combining impressive cruise performance with excellent fuel efficiency. Behind the aircraft stands the Helicopter Association International exhibition pavilion, illustrating the diverse range of aviation represented at Oshkosh.
Glasair Glastar N767JA parked on the homebuilt aircraft flightline at EAA AirVenture Oshkosh 2013. Covered with a fitted cockpit and cabin cover to protect the interior from the summer sun, the bright yellow-and-red Glastar exemplifies the versatility that has made the type popular with amateur builders. Designed as an all-round utility aircraft, the Glastar combines respectable cross-country speed with impressive short-field performance, making it equally at home touring between airports or operating from grass strips. Dramatic cumulus clouds provide a classic Oshkosh summer backdrop to this colourful homebuilt.
Van’s RV-7 – Reserve Grand Champion (AirVenture 2012) displayed in the Return of Champions area at EAA AirVenture Oshkosh 2013. Finished in an eye-catching red, white, and black racing-inspired scheme with checkerboard accents, this meticulously crafted homebuilt returned to Oshkosh after earning Reserve Grand Champion honours the previous year. The aircraft’s bold motto, “Fly Fast… Live Slow,” reflects the spirit of recreational aviation, while its immaculate finish and workmanship exemplify the exceptional standards celebrated in EAA’s annual homebuilt aircraft competition. Dramatic Wisconsin summer clouds provide an impressive backdrop to one of the finest examples of Van’s popular RV series.
Evektor SportStar N411EV displayed on the flightline at EAA AirVenture Oshkosh 2013. Designed and manufactured in the Czech Republic, the SportStar has become one of the most successful Light Sport Aircraft thanks to its modern all-metal construction, responsive handling, and economical operation. Finished in an attractive red, white, and blue colour scheme, this example was parked among the Light Sport exhibits as visitors explored the rapidly growing LSA market. In the distance, another aircraft passes overhead while towering Wisconsin cumulus clouds create a classic Oshkosh summer backdrop, capturing the vibrant atmosphere of the world’s greatest aviation gathering.
Ford 5-AT-B Trimotor “Tin Goose” taxis at EAA AirVenture Oshkosh 2013, its three Pratt & Whitney radial engines recalling the pioneering era of American airline travel. Wearing the colours of Eastern Air Transport, the beautifully restored airliner demonstrates the rugged corrugated-metal construction that earned the Ford Trimotor its legendary reputation for reliability. In the foreground, a covered Van’s RV homebuilt provides a striking contrast between modern experimental aviation and one of the world’s earliest successful all-metal airliners, while another aircraft passes overhead in the busy Oshkosh skies, capturing the unique atmosphere of aviation’s greatest annual gathering.
The iconic Ford Trimotor, affectionately known as the “Tin Goose,” sits on display at EAA AirVenture Oshkosh 2013. With its distinctive corrugated aluminum skin, high wing, fixed landing gear, and three radial engines, the Trimotor remains one of aviation’s most recognizable early airliners. This aircraft represents the golden age of 1920s and 1930s commercial aviation, when Ford’s rugged design helped establish reliable passenger air service across the United States.
Two beautifully restored Ford Trimotors anchor the Vintage Aircraft area at EAA AirVenture Oshkosh 2013. Once the workhorses of early commercial aviation, the iconic “Tin Goose” airliners stand among an impressive collection of historic aircraft, while visitors explore the exhibits beneath dramatic Wisconsin summer skies. A towering AirVenture advertising sign rises in the background, a familiar sight across the Oshkosh flightline.
Three North American T-28 Trojans line the warbird flightline at EAA AirVenture Oshkosh 2013. Finished in colourful civilian racing colours, polished natural metal and classic U.S. Navy markings, the trio showcases the versatility of the rugged post-war advanced trainer that served with air forces around the world. Parked under dramatic Wisconsin summer skies, they make an impressive display of one of the most recognisable radial-engined trainers of the Cold War era.
North American FJ-4B Fury BuNo 135775 taxis at EAA AirVenture Oshkosh 2013, resplendent in the colourful markings of U.S. Navy Attack Squadron VA-144 “Roadrunners.” The naval development of the legendary F-86 Sabre, the FJ-4B was optimised for carrier strike operations during the late 1950s and today remains one of the rarest airworthy jet fighters from the early Cold War era.
North American FJ-4B Fury BuNo 135775 (N400FS) taxis at EAA AirVenture Oshkosh 2013 wearing the colourful markings of U.S. Navy Attack Squadron VA-144 “Roadrunners.” The sleek carrier-based fighter, a naval descendant of the legendary F-86 Sabre, was one of the final developments of the Fury family and remains one of the rarest airworthy U.S. Navy jet fighters. Its polished finish and distinctive checkerboard tail made it one of the standout performers on the Oshkosh flightline.
Ford 5-AT-B Trimotor displayed in the markings of a U.S. Army Air Corps C-4A air ambulance at EAA AirVenture Oshkosh 2013. Better known as the “Tin Goose,” the pioneering all-metal, three-engined aircraft served not only as an early commercial airliner but also in military transport and medical evacuation roles. Displayed in its distinctive Army Air Corps ambulance livery, it recalls an important chapter in the development of military aeromedical transport during the inter-war years.
Old meets new at EAA AirVenture Oshkosh 2013. A Ford 5-AT-B Trimotor, displayed in the markings of a U.S. Army Air Corps C-4A air ambulance, dominates the Vintage and Warbird flightline, while a modern Vans RV homebuilt rests in the foreground. Beyond, an impressive collection of classic military aircraft stretches across Wittman Field beneath a dramatic Wisconsin summer sky, perfectly capturing the unique blend of aviation history and contemporary sport flying that defines AirVenture.
Ford 5-AT-B Trimotor in U.S. Army Air Corps C-4A Ambulance configuration taxis at EAA AirVenture Oshkosh 2013. Finished in polished corrugated aluminium and carrying prominent Red Cross markings, this beautifully restored “Tin Goose” represents one of the Ford Trimotors impressed into military service as the C-4A. During the early years of military aviation, these rugged transports served as ambulance, cargo and personnel aircraft, their reliability and short-field performance making them well suited to operations from primitive airstrips. The aircraft’s gleaming natural-metal finish and distinctive tri-motor silhouette make it one of the most recognisable classics on the AirVenture flightline.
Starboard view of the Ford 5-AT-B Trimotor in U.S. Army Air Corps C-4A Ambulance Aircraft markings as it taxis along the flightline during EAA AirVenture Oshkosh 2013. The polished corrugated aluminium fuselage, three radial engines, and prominent Red Cross insignia recall the military service of impressed Ford Trimotors designated C-4A for transport and ambulance duties. Nicknamed the “Tin Goose,” the Ford Trimotor was one of aviation’s pioneering all-metal airliners, first entering service in 1926 and proving its ruggedness and reliability with both civil and military operators. This starboard profile beautifully highlights the aircraft’s distinctive high-wing design and iconic tri-motor silhouette.
Starboard profile of the Ford 5-AT-B Trimotor in U.S. Army Air Corps C-4A Ambulance Aircraft markings as it taxis along the flightline at EAA AirVenture Oshkosh 2013. Nicknamed the “Tin Goose,” the Ford Trimotor was one of the world’s first successful all-metal airliners, first flying in 1926 and earning a reputation for exceptional reliability and ruggedness. During the Second World War, a small number of civilian Ford Trimotors were impressed into U.S. Army service and designated C-4A, serving as utility transports and ambulance aircraft. The polished corrugated aluminium skin, distinctive tri-motor configuration, and prominent Red Cross insignia make this beautifully restored aircraft a fitting tribute to the pioneering transport aircraft that helped shape the early history of military and commercial aviation.
Yakovlev Yak-9D taxis at EAA AirVenture Oshkosh 2013, resplendent in Soviet Air Force camouflage with distinctive red star national insignia. Introduced in 1943, the Yak-9D was the long-range variant of the highly successful Yak-9 fighter, carrying increased internal fuel for escort and extended-range missions while retaining the agility that made the type a formidable opponent on the Eastern Front. Powered by a Klimov V-12 engine and armed with a 20 mm cannon and machine gun, the Yak-9D served with distinction throughout the latter years of the Second World War. This head-on view captures the fighter taxiing beneath a bright Wisconsin sky, its broad-track undercarriage, elegant lines, and spinning propeller evoking the character of one of the Soviet Union’s most important wartime fighters.
Yakovlev Yak-9D (NX1157H) taxies at EAA AirVenture Oshkosh 2013. Wearing an authentic Soviet Air Force camouflage scheme with red star insignia and tactical number 20, the aircraft represents one of the Soviet Union’s most successful wartime fighters. The Yak-9D was the long-range version of the famous Yak-9, combining excellent manoeuvrability with extended endurance, and played a significant role in gaining air superiority over the Eastern Front during the latter years of the Second World War.
Grumman HU-16B Albatross displayed at EAA AirVenture Oshkosh 2013 in its striking U.S. Air Force Air Rescue Service colours. For decades, the amphibious Albatross stood ready to answer the call of “That Others May Live,” rescuing stranded airmen and mariners from oceans, lakes and remote coastlines around the world. Its remarkable ability to operate from both runways and open water made it one of the most versatile rescue aircraft ever built.
Grumman HU-16B Albatross in U.S. Air Force Air Rescue Service markings at EAA AirVenture Oshkosh 2013. Designed as a long-range amphibious search-and-rescue aircraft, the Albatross could operate from both conventional runways and open water, making it invaluable for recovering downed aircrew and mariners in distress. Finished in the distinctive high-visibility rescue scheme, this example carries the tail number 10019, representative of the type that served throughout the Cold War.
Ford 4-AT-E Trimotor NC8407 of Eastern Air Transport flies over EAA AirVenture Oshkosh 2013. One of the iconic airliners of the Golden Age of Aviation, the all-metal Ford Trimotor helped establish reliable scheduled airline service across the United States during the late 1920s and early 1930s. Affectionately known as the “Tin Goose”, the aircraft’s corrugated aluminium skin and three Pratt & Whitney radial engines made it both distinctive and dependable. Restored in period Eastern Air Transport markings, NC8407 continues to give passengers the rare opportunity to experience flight as airline travellers did nearly a century ago.
Ford 5-AT-B Trimotor NC9613, displayed in the markings of a U.S. Army Air Corps C-4A air ambulance, flies over EAA AirVenture Oshkosh 2013. The famous “Tin Goose” is finished in a wartime medical evacuation livery featuring prominent Red Cross insignia and Army Air Corps markings. Renowned for its rugged corrugated aluminium construction and three Pratt & Whitney radial engines, the Ford Trimotor was one of the aircraft that helped establish both military and commercial air transport during aviation’s formative years.
A line of North American T-28 Trojans occupies the warbird flight line at EAA AirVenture Oshkosh 2013. Displayed in a variety of U.S. Navy and U.S. Air Force training schemes, these rugged radial-engined trainers represent one of the most successful advanced trainers of the post-war era. Behind them, additional military aircraft await their turn to fly, illustrating the remarkable variety of historic aircraft gathered each year at Oshkosh.
Beech C18S Twin Beech (N9109R) taxis at EAA AirVenture Oshkosh 2013 in the distinctive black-and-red colours of the Cleveland National Air Show. One of the most successful twin-engined aircraft ever built, the Beech 18 served in countless civilian and military roles, including as the C-45 Expeditor with the U.S. Army Air Forces and the SNB with the U.S. Navy. More than 9,000 examples were produced, and beautifully restored aircraft such as this continue to delight aviation enthusiasts with their classic lines and unmistakable twin-tail silhouette.
Nanchang CJ-6A (N273SC) taxis at EAA AirVenture Oshkosh 2013 wearing a striking People’s Liberation Army Air Force-inspired colour scheme. Developed in China during the late 1950s as an advanced military trainer, the CJ-6 became the principal training aircraft for generations of Chinese military pilots. Its rugged construction, responsive handling and reliable radial engine have made it a popular warbird, while its colourful markings ensure it stands out wherever it appears.
A Nanchang CJ-6A (N273SC) follows the directions of an AirVenture marshal as it taxis across Wittman Regional Airport during EAA AirVenture Oshkosh 2013. The aircraft’s colourful checkerboard nose and PLAAF-inspired markings stand out against the summer backdrop, while the marshal in the foreground captures the organised bustle that keeps the world’s busiest aviation gathering running safely.
North American T-6G Texan N8540U “Tulsa Town Chief” taxis at EAA AirVenture Oshkosh 2013. Wearing the markings of 51-14454 and the 125th Fighter Squadron, Oklahoma Air National Guard, the restored advanced trainer represents the post-war T-6G variant that prepared generations of USAF pilots for the jet age.
Gene Soucy’s “Show Cat,” a modified Grumman G-164 Ag Cat (NX7699), on the flight line at EAA AirVenture Oshkosh 2013. The former agricultural biplane was transformed into one of the world’s best-known aerobatic performers, starring in Gene Soucy and Teresa Stokes’ spectacular wingwalking display.
North American P-51C Mustang “Tuskegee Airmen” on display at EAA AirVenture Oshkosh 2013. Finished in the colours of the legendary 332nd Fighter Group, the Mustang commemorates the pioneering African American fighter pilots whose outstanding bomber escort record became one of the most celebrated achievements of the U.S. Army Air Forces during the Second World War. The polished natural-metal finish and iconic “Red Tail” markings made this aircraft a popular attraction on the Oshkosh flight line.
Note: This is a P-51C, not the more common P-51D. The earlier “razorback” fuselage and framed Malcolm hood canopy clearly distinguish it from the later bubble-canopy Mustang.
Cockpit of the North American P-51C Mustang “Tuskegee Airmen” (N61429) at EAA AirVenture Oshkosh 2013. The classic wartime instrument panel is complemented by a modern Garmin GPSMAP 396, illustrating the balance between historic authenticity and practical operation in today’s airspace. From this cockpit, pilots experience the same basic controls and instruments that made the Mustang one of the finest long-range escort fighters of the Second World War.
North American P-51C Mustang “Tuskegee Airmen” (N61429) on display at EAA AirVenture Oshkosh 2013. Wearing the iconic red tail of the 332nd Fighter Group, this beautifully restored Mustang honours the legendary Tuskegee Airmen, whose exceptional bomber escort record earned them one of the finest reputations of any Allied fighter unit during the Second World War. The aircraft’s polished finish and distinctive Malcolm hood canopy make it an excellent representation of the early Merlin-powered Mustang.
Grumman TBM-3E Avenger on display at EAA AirVenture Oshkosh 2013. One of the largest single-engine aircraft to serve with the U.S. Navy during the Second World War, the Avenger combined long range with a formidable weapons load of torpedoes, bombs and rockets. This beautifully restored example, finished in late-war Gloss Sea Blue, demonstrates the rugged design that continued to serve well beyond the end of the war in military and civilian roles.
Douglas DC-3 and C-47 transport aircraft line the vintage aircraft area at EAA AirVenture Oshkosh 2013. At left, a wartime C-47 Skytrain wears authentic D-Day invasion stripes and 9th Air Force markings, while two beautifully restored DC-3s recall the type’s remarkable post-war airline career. More than eight decades after its first flight, the Douglas DC-3 family remains one of aviation’s most enduring and beloved aircraft, continuing to draw crowds wherever it appears.
Lockheed T-33A Shooting Star on display at EAA AirVenture Oshkosh 2013. Originally developed as the two-seat training version of the F-80 Shooting Star, the T-33 introduced thousands of military pilots to the jet age. This beautifully restored example wears a striking patriotic red, white and blue paint scheme, celebrating the aircraft’s long and distinguished service with the U.S. Air Force and numerous allied air arms around the world.
A pair of Short Tucano T.1 trainers on the flight line at EAA AirVenture Oshkosh 2013. Originally licence-built by Short for the Royal Air Force, these ex-military turboprop trainers retained their distinctive black RAF colour scheme and Type D roundels. One of the aircraft was flown in the daily airshow by renowned aerobatic champion Patty Wagstaff, demonstrating the Tucano’s outstanding handling and performance to the Oshkosh crowd.
Short Tucano T.1 ZF136 (N613AL) on the flight line at EAA AirVenture Oshkosh 2013. Built by Short under licence from Embraer for the Royal Air Force, ZF136 wears its original gloss-black RAF training scheme complete with Type D roundels and fin flash. During AirVenture 2013, this aircraft was flown in the daily airshow by legendary aerobatic pilot Patty Wagstaff, whose spirited display highlighted the Tucano’s exceptional agility and performance, making it one of the event’s most memorable flying demonstrations.
Short Tucano T.1 ZF266 on display at EAA AirVenture Oshkosh 2013. Originally built by Short under licence from Embraer for the Royal Air Force, the Tucano T.1 served as the RAF’s primary basic flying trainer for three decades, preparing thousands of pilots for advanced fast-jet instruction. Retaining its distinctive black training scheme and original military serial, ZF266 was one of a pair of Tucanos visiting Oshkosh in 2013, where one of the aircraft was flown in the daily airshow by aerobatic champion Patty Wagstaff, demonstrating the type’s exceptional handling and performance.