EAA AIRVENTURE
OSHKOSH 2022
By Tyler Dobbs, Senior Director of Government Affairs | tylerd@modelaircraft.org
EACH YEAR, EAA hosts the mother of all air shows in Oshkosh, Wisconsin. The show brings in more than half a million EAA members and aviation enthusiasts from nearly 100 countries to what is known as EAA AirVenture Oshkosh at Wittman Regional Airport. More than 10,000 full-scale aircraft fly into what becomes the busiest airport in the world for the week of AirVenture.
This year, AMA again took advantage of AirVenture to meet with the FAA, the U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT), EAA, and other industry stakeholders. Our meetings included the FAA deputy administrator, FAA chief counsel, DOT assistant secretary for Aviation and International Affairs, FAA Flight Standards, and many others. Topics included USC 44809, the rules AMA members follow, as well as the forthcoming Advisory Circular 91-57C and Remote ID implementation.
AMA appreciates the support and hospitality shown by EAA. The organization has truly been our closest ally in the fight to preserve model aviation. EAA AirVenture Oshkosh 2022 was a great success, and AMA looks forward to participating again in 2023!
An Eye on Safety
When flying your model aircraft, please remember that everyone’s safety is first and foremost, especially those in full-scale aircraft. Be sure to regularly reevaluate your safety procedures, including see-and-avoid, the use of a spotter, and assessing environmental conditions that might impede your visibility.
It is crucial that everyone maintains the highest level of due diligence to keep the airspace safe for all. Remember, it is always best to land your model until full-scale aircraft have left your vicinity.
