richkolasa wrote:
An average line-up in "Fightertown" at Wittman is about 22 P-51s, 1-2 P-38s (two scheduled this year, but Glacier Girl will probably be on pavement), 2-3 P-40s, a couple of YAKs, a Spit or two, and maybe a few other types. And that's just the one area of the warbird area. No aviation lover should miss it if you have a chance to go.
Rich
Rich raises a good point. The first-timer to OSH should realize that WWII-vintage aircraft will be parked at several different locations on the grounds. The largest concentration will be up on the north end. Certain warbirds of special interest (Glacier Girl, A6M, etc.) will be located at Aeroshell Square (the old "West Ramp"). Many of the PT and sometimes BT drivers prefer to locate in the vintage area (just south of Aeroshell Square). I guess the C-47s will pretty-much be everywhere. And don't forget that the museum typically drags the Mosquito, P-38, J2F, etc. outdoors for the week.
The sheer enormity of OSH is what sets it apart from all other aviation-oriented events (You'll either respond with "This is crazy!" or be convinced you've reached the first level of Nirvana...perhaps a little of both). If one of your plans is to witness the arrival of every warbird, forget it. Your brain says, "How could I possibly miss the approach of a B-25 or PBY or a flight of Skyraiders?", but I assure you, such is OSH. Check the warbird ramp throughout the day; you'll be amazed at what arrived/departed without your knowledge.
Have fun!
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