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AirVenture Gallery: What A Show

Mariano Rosales

Sunday, July 28, 2024 at 10:22 PM ET

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Aircraft line up for departure by runway 36L

Key Takeaways:

The event showcased popular STOL (Short Takeoff and Landing) demonstrations, attracting large crowds, and featured an active Seaplane Base with various departures.
Exhibit halls were bustling with energy, allowing attendees to explore and try out a wide range of aviation products.
A diverse collection of aircraft, including ultralights, vintage showplanes (like a DC-3), and seaplanes, were present across different parking and operational areas.
The overall atmosphere depicted a vibrant and well-attended aviation gathering, indicative of a major event like AirVenture.

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Photos by Mariano Rosales

Big crowds during the STOL demos

Big crowds during the STOL demos

Mariano Rosales

Mariano Rosales has worked as a freelance aviation and editorial photographer for over 20 years. He is a commercial airplane and glider pilot who flies his Cessna 170B for fun. By day, he can be heard at Chicago Center as an air traffic controller.