For the first time, the V-22 “Osprey,” one of the most unique aircraft flown by the U.S. military, will be making an appearance at EAA AirVenture and showcasing its unique flying abilities at “The World’s Greatest Aviation Celebration.” EAA AirVenture 2008 is July 28-August 3 at Wittman Regional Airport in Oshkosh.

The V-22, developed jointly by Bell and Boeing, is the world’s first production tiltrotor aircraft. It is flown primarily by the U.S. Marine Corps and is designed to serve effectively on missions that had been covered by either helicopters or twin turboprop aircraft. The two Ospreys are scheduled to arrive at EAA AirVenture on Monday, July 28, during the event’s opening-day air show, and remain until Friday, August 1.

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