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Lewis Air Legends at EAA Oshkosh 2022
The Experimental Aircraft Association (EAA) AirVenture is a week-long celebration of aviation held every year in Oshkosh, Wisconsin. It's a massive event, attracting hundreds of thousands of aviation enthusiasts from around the world. This year, Lewis Air Legends was a highlight with their impressive fleet of vintage aircraft, showcasing a theme of "Year of the Cats."
Lewis Air Legends is owned and operated by Rod Lewis, a renowned aviator and collector. His collection features some of the most iconic and rare aircraft ever built, including a number of “Cats,” which are aircraft with names ending in “Cat.”
Here’s a look at some of the “Cats” that took to the skies at EAA Oshkosh 2022:
The Tigercat
The Grumman F8F Bearcat is a powerful fighter aircraft that was designed to serve in the United States Navy during World War II. The Bearcat was known for its speed and maneuverability, and it was one of the most successful fighters of the war.
Lewis Air Legends' Bearcat is a beautiful and well-preserved example of this iconic aircraft. It was painted in the colors of the U.S. Navy's VF-19 squadron, which was known as the “Fighting 19th.” The Bearcat was a real head-turner at Oshkosh, and it put on a spectacular air show performance.
The Wildcat
The Grumman F4F Wildcat was another successful fighter aircraft used by the U.S. Navy during World War II. The Wildcat was known for its durability and its ability to take on larger and more powerful Japanese aircraft.
Lewis Air Legends' Wildcat is a rare and valuable example of this aircraft. It was painted in the colors of the U.S. Navy's VF-3 squadron, which was known as the “Fighting 3rd.” The Wildcat was a popular attraction at Oshkosh, and it was a joy to watch it take to the skies.
More than Just Cats
While the "Cats" were the stars of the show, Lewis Air Legends also brought a variety of other impressive aircraft to Oshkosh. These included a P-51 Mustang, a B-25 Mitchell bomber, and a T-28 Trojan.
Lewis Air Legends’ dedication to preserving aviation history was evident at EAA Oshkosh 2022. It was an honor to witness these magnificent aircraft take to the skies, and it was a reminder of the incredible ingenuity and skill of the people who built them.
If you're an aviation enthusiast, I highly recommend checking out Lewis Air Legends at a future air show. You won't be disappointed.