2025 EAA Airventure in Oshkosh to host 2 Goodyear airships

COLUMBUS, OHIO - NOVEMBER 09: eneric view of the Goodyear blimp flying above Ohio Stadium before the game between the Ohio State Buckeyes and the Purdue Boilermakers at Ohio Stadium on November 09, 2024 in Columbus, Ohio. (Photo by Jason Mowry/Getty
OSHKOSH, Wis. - Goodyear announced on Wednesday, Jan. 29 it will celebrate the 100th anniversary of its airships by bringing two of them to EAA AirVenture Oshkosh in 2025.
Coming to EAA AirVenture
What we know:
The 72nd Experimental Aircraft Association fly-in convention is July 21-27 at Wittman Regional Airport in Oshkosh.
Goodyear has brought its blimps and airships to Oshkosh for more than 50 years.
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A news release says the airships are set to take part in flying activities during the week, in both the afternoon and night air shows. When not flying, at least one of them is scheduled to be parked near the EAA Aviation Museum during the duration of its stay. Exact schedules will be released when they are finalized.
What they're saying:
"There is no aviation event more ‘blimp-worthy’ than EAA AirVenture Oshkosh and to have two of Goodyear’s airships over the grounds will make this year unforgettable," said Rick Larsen, EAA’s vice president of communities and member programs, who coordinates AirVenture features and attractions. "We have seen the excitement that Goodyear’s presence at Oshkosh has created throughout the years, whether it is flying during the air shows or even parked as a memorable photo opportunity on the grounds."
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"Goodyear Blimps have been a symbol of aviation innovation and adventure for a century," said Michael Dougherty, chief pilot, Goodyear Airship Operations. "We can’t think of a better place than EAA AirVenture Oshkosh to celebrate our 100-year milestone with aviation enthusiasts from around the world."
The Source: The information in this post was provided by the EAA.