Oshkosh Day 4: MiGs, a B-29 Superfortress, and More

Oshkosh Day 4: MiGs, a B-29 Superfortress, and More

BY GABRIEL KRAMP Published on July 29, 2023 0 COMMENTS

Day 4 at Oshkosh was another action-packed day with some special new arrivals into the grounds. We caught up with our team as temperatures reached close to 90 degrees, being the hottest day at AirVenture so far.

 



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The hot temperatures, as miserable as they were, certainly could not stop the action as spectators were drawn to the flight line when they saw the unique MiG-29 aircraft arrive. This Soviet-designed aircraft uses a special parachute to slow itself down on the runway, making it a must-see for many. It was developed in the 1970s to counter the likes of the American F-15 and F-16.

 

The MiG-29 flown by Jared Isaacman slows down after landing. Photo: Sam Brandersky


After waiting for several days due to a repair being done on the aircraft, the Lockheed Constellation, nicknamed “Connie”, finally made its appearance in Oshkosh! The Lockheed Constellation is a propeller aircraft built first in 1943, making her extremely old! As wonderful as it was so far, the line of arrivals wasn’t done yet when a B-29 Superfortress “Doc” arrived into Boeing Plaza!

 

“Connie”, the Lockheed Constellation. Photo: Sam Brandersky

 

The B-29 is an American-designed war aircraft with bombing capability and four propeller engines. The Superfortress dropped the atomic bombs on Hiroshima and Nagasaki and was the first aircraft to drop nuclear weapons in combat.

 



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The Superfortress. Photo: AJ Riccobono


Then came not one, not two, but three MiG-17 aircraft zipping through the skies! They performed in a special warbird demonstration as aviation enthusiasts watched these eye-capturing fighter aircraft.

 



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The MiG-17 is a Soviet fighter aircraft first flown in 1950 and introduced into service in 1952. It is known for its distinct nose inlet design and is still flown today in the Korean Air Force.

 

The MiG-17. Photo: Sam Brandersky


And of course, we can’t forget about the amazing F-22 aircraft which once again ripped through the skies and wowed spectators with its incredible maneuvers. The Raptor was also seen on Day 3 with its captivating low and fast passes over the crowds.

 

The stunning F-22 Raptor. Photo: AJ Riccobono


Day 4 at AirVenture 2023 was yet another success as we saw several very unique aircraft with deep histories. We hope you are following along with our coverage of the event on our Instagram account @aeroxplorer and we can’t wait to show you what’s in store next for the show.

 



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Gabriel Kramp
Student at the University at Albany, but grew up in rural Massachusetts. Dream job of aircraft dispatcher for Delta (favorite airline).

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