-Upcoming Events &
Courtesy Aircraft's Office Closures-

NWOC - National Warbird Operator Conference
February 16-19, 2012
Location: Chino, CA

Thank you to everyone who attended the 2011 NWOC Conference!
Click here for photos from NWOC '2011
   
Founded in 1993, the annual NWOC event brings together warbird owners, operators, and museum directors to address particular events facing warbird owners and to discuss common goals related to the ever-changing economics, operations and regulations pertaining to flying ex-military aircraft.

NWOC focuses on the exchange of ideas and information concerning the safe operation and restoration of warbird aircraft. This unique educational conference offers programs to enhance pilot skill and knowledge, expand aircraft maintenance technician and restorer knowledge, develop awareness of medical and insurance facts, and address aircraft-specific topics to ensure continued flight for these unique historic aircraft. As one participant remarked, "…we are not owners of these treasures, but rather caretakers who ensure that future generations can better understand history." That statement emphasizes the importance of the educational goals of NWOC.

"Hello Mark, This was my first time at NWOC, and the long trip from Norway was well worth it.  As a warbrid pilot and engineer, I gained important knowledge and made many new friends.  I'll be back next year."
-Thore Thoresen

For more information, go to www.warbirdconference.com.

SUN 'N FUN EAA Fly-In
March 27-April 1, 2012
Lakeland, FL

Join this Annual Spring Celebration of Flight! For highlights on past Sun-n-Fun events and a complete event calendar, please visit the Sun-n-Fun web site at Sun-n-Fun.org.
 

EAA Chapter 22 Fly-In/Drive-In Breakfast
May 6, 2012
Courtesy Aircraft Hangar, Rockford, IL
7:00 am- Noon

Open to the public, this is a wonderful opportunity to bring the whole family, see the sights and sounds of airplanes and enjoy a great breakfast in support of our local EAA Chapter. Held right here in the Courtesy Aircraft Hangar where you will be able to observe several WWII aircraft along with several other rare and collectible planes that will be on display.

Click here for pictures from the 2011 Breakfast
 

Monday, May 28: Courtesy Aircraft's Office Closed
 

Rockford AirFest
June 2- June 3, 2012
Rockford, IL - Chicago Rockford International Airport

AirFest 2012 held at the Chicago/Rockford International Airport (RFD) will feature the United States Air Force Thunderbirds. 
The airshow grows each year and is fun for the entire family!
For additional information, visit www.flyrfd.com.

Wednesday, July 4: Courtesy Aircraft's Office Closed

Whiteside County Airport Warbird Reunion
July 20- July 22, 2012
Whiteside County Airport

EAA AIRVENTURE OSHKOSH
July 23- July 29, 2012
Wittman Field, Oshkosh, WI

The World's Greatest Aviation Celebration! Come visit and meet the staff at the Courtesy Aircraft motorhome and tent in the Warbird Area. A selection of Warbirds for sale will be available to view.

 For more information about AirVenture go to www.airventure.org

 

Monday, September 3: Courtesy Aircraft's Office Closed

National Championship Air Races and Airshow
September 12-16, 2012
Reno, Nevada - Reno Stead Field

The only place in the world where you can see four days of REAL AIR RACING by six classes of aircraft up close and personal. The air races have been run since 1964 near Reno, Nevada USA, and are currently held at Reno Stead Field, about 8 miles north of Reno. For more information visit the official web site at www.airrace.org.