First let me say that I have nothing against warbirds, restorations, or

certified aircraft. They are great for those people who desire and can

afford those endeavors.

 

But...what is the true definition of experimental? Is it what the FAA and

EAA says it is?

 

I would think that auto/non aircraft engine conversions and homebuilts would

absolutely be the most qualified and premier part of the show.

 

Wade; I think you hit the central issues right there; and this is what needs to be stressed in arguments to the EAA.

 

I don’t think it reasonable to expect that the Oshkosh event, whatever they chose to call it, is going to scale back down; and I don’t think there is inherently anything wrong with drawing a large and diverse audience, for this particular event. But it is the emphasis that is all wrong.  The homebuilds, the innovative, the one of a kind, and the associated issues and activities should be the centerpiece; and the other stuff can gather around.  Otherwise it is no longer the EAA; and it is not living up to its name.

 

Al