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AirVenture Gallery: What A Show

Mariano Rosales
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Aircraft line up for departure by runway 36L
Gemini Sparkle

Key Takeaways:

  • The event showcased popular flight demonstrations, such as STOL (Short Takeoff and Landing) activities, attracting large crowds during both day and twilight sessions.
  • A bustling Seaplane Base and various aircraft parking areas, including vintage and ultralight sections, highlighted a diverse collection of aviation.
  • Exhibit halls were energetic, with attendees actively exploring numerous aviation products and engaging with exhibitors.
  • Various aircraft, from seaplanes to vintage showplanes like a DC-3, were on display and observed lining up for departure.
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Photos by Mariano Rosales

Big crowds during the STOL demos
Seaplane Base
STOL demos during the Twilight Flight Fest
Lakes taxi out for departure
Exhibit halls were full of energy
Attendees try out one of the many different aviation products
Aircraft line up for departure by runway 36L
Ultralight and Vintage Parking
Super Cub departs the seaplane base
DC-3 in Vintage Showplane parking
Boeing Plaza
Welcome to AirVenture

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.
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