The FAA has released the EAA AirVenture Oshkosh 2023 Notice (formerly called the NOTAM) featuring arrival and departure procedures for for EAA's annual fly-in convention to be held July 24-30 at Wittman Regional Airport (KOSH) in Oshkosh, WI.
The Notice, which is in effect from Noon CDT on July 20 to noon CDT on July 31, 2023, outlines procedures for the many types of aircraft that fly to Oshkosh for the event, as well as aircraft that land at nearby airports. The Notice was designed by FAA to assist pilots in their EAA AirVenture flight planning.
While the overall procedure is similar to past years, there are some changes compared to the 2022 version. Some of those changes include:
- A change in the pattern for ultralights at Wittman Regional Airport
- Guidance regarding Oshkosh aircraft parking areas, including North 40/South 40 designation
- Elimination of the Fond du Lac diversion procedure
- The start times of the daily air shows have been changed from 2:30 to 2:15pm CDT
Pilots can acquire a digital version of the Notice HERE or by downloading it through the EAA AirVenture website. For a free printed copy, pilots can order online or call EAA Membership Services at (800) 564-6322.
Please know this Notice does not supersede restrictions contained in other FDC NOTAMs, however it is required reading and should be part of every pilot's preflight preparation.
Remember to print your arrival and departure signs before your trip and fly safe!
