[RV9798]

This year I will be visiting Airventure 2010 in my RV9, with one of my buddies from the flying club, which happens to be a fellow EAA Thorp builder and also who happens to be a Thunderbolt WW2 pilot. I would like him to meet other WW2 pilots at Airventure. Does anybody know a contact of the WW2 pilots at OSH ? Your input will be much appreciated.

 

[Bob Axsom]

Another source might be the EAA HQ or AirVenture

Another source might be the EAA HQ or AirVenture. There most certainly be some WWII veterans there. I'm not one and I don't go anymore so I can't speak for the latest AirVentures but I did attend in 2005, 6 & 7 and saw Chuck Yeager up close and he and Bud Anderson flying P-51s. If he wears a P-47 hat and walks the grounds I would bet one of his contemporaries will say hello and a conversation could emerge from that. Spontaneous conversation might be the best kind actually.

Bob Axsom

 

[videobobk]

I can't say about this year, but often they have a gathering at the museum. Also in the warbird area. I met Bud Anderson last year and he certainly is a fine gentleman. If it is possible to meet you at OSH, I have a nice gift for you (and any other WWII vets.) PM me if you like.

Bob Kelly