Heroes and historic military aircraft have their stories shared at Warbirds in Review during EAA AirVenture Oshkosh 2026

EAA AVIATION CENTER, OSHKOSH, Wisconsin — (June 16, 2026) — The twice-daily Warbirds in Review series will take place July 20-24 on the Warbirds in Review aircraft ramp, located within the EAA Warbirds of America area on the AirVenture grounds. Open to all AirVenture attendees, these presentations offer a unique opportunity to experience aviation history firsthand through the stories of the people who flew, maintained, restored, and preserved some of the world's most significant historic aircraft.

More than a series about airplanes, Warbirds in Review explores the history, heritage, and human experiences behind the machines. By bringing together veterans, aircraft owners, restorers, historians, and aviation legends, the program connects audiences with personal stories, technical knowledge, and firsthand insights that cannot be found in books alone. The aircraft themselves become storytellers, helping preserve aviation history for future generations.

“Warbirds in Review brings together veterans, aviation legends, and historic aircraft in a way that simply cannot be replicated anywhere else in the world," said Connie Bowlin, former President of EAA Warbirds of America and organizer of the series. “These presentations go far beyond the airplanes themselves, preserving personal stories, firsthand experiences, and a deeper understanding of the aircraft and the people connected to them. As opportunities to hear these stories firsthand become increasingly rare, Warbirds in Review helps ensure that the history, heritage, and sacrifices of those who came before us are never forgotten."

The aircraft and personalities scheduled as of June 15, 2026 (subject to change without notice):

Monday, July 20

• 10 a.m. – Curtiss P-40K Warhawk – Honoring 2nd Lt. Curtis List - Jay Schroeder, Craig Davidson, and Vicki List Mcintosh, daughter of 2nd Lt. List. 
• 1 p.m. - Chance-Vought F4U-4 Corsair Korean War Hero - Owner and pilot Jim Tobul

Tuesday, July 21

• 10 a.m.- Lockheed Martin F-35A Lightning Il and Lockheed P-38 Lightning - The 115^th Fighter Wing of the Wisconsin National Guard, and the Flying Bulls.
• 1 p.m.- Consolidated PBY-5A Catalina - American Heritage Museum.

Wednesday, July 22

• 10 a.m. – North American P-51D Mustang Jane VI - Honoring Lt. Col. Bert Marshall Jr. of the 355th Fighter Group - Sebastien Domine, Bill Marshall, son of Lt. Col. Marshall, and Brandon Deuel
• 1 p.m. – North American P-51B Mustang Shillelaugh 3 - Honoring Lt. Kenneth H. Dahlberg - Warren Pietch, Eric Trueblood, Bruce Eames, and Jack Larsen

Thursday, July 23

• 10 a.m. – Mikoyan-Gurevich MIG-29UB Fulcrum and Northrop F-5 Tiger - Jared "Rook" Isaacman.
• 1 p.m. – F-51D Mustang Was That Too Fast and Douglas A-26 Invader Miss Million Airess - Retired Lt. Col. Joseph A. Peterburs, Jason Muszala, Roger Woolsey, and John Kobasick.

Friday, July 24

• 10 a.m. – Hiller UH-12B/OH-23 Raven and Sikorsky YL-37 - Mike Anderson and Nick and James Turner
• 1 p.m. - Veterans tribute and parade with special guests. 

About EAA AirVenture Oshkosh
EAA AirVenture Oshkosh is “The World’s Greatest Aviation Celebration” and EAA’s membership convention. Additional information, including advance ticket and camping purchase, is available at www.EAA.org/airventure. For more information on EAA and its programs, call 800-JOIN-EAA (800-564-6322) or go to www.EAA.org.