RECRUITING OFFICE

We are glad you are interested in our Living History effort at EAA AirVenture. It is an unbeatable chance to immerse yourself in the AAF experience!!

The basic information is this:

By most standards, this is a LONG event... There are seven days of air shows bracketed by a prep day and a day for striking the camp. You can come for as long or as short as you can manage, but participating for a minimum of four days gains you free admission to the Warbird Awards Banquet - an experience you will not want to miss!

This is an all volunteer effort, but if you are accepted for participation it is VERY IMPORTANT that you make every effort to fulfill your pledged dates, as reservations and vouchers will be arranged for you which are non-refundable to the group (they cost you nothing).

We are always in need of hands to arrive early to help set up the camp, and it is great fun to watch the event mushroom as the week goes on! Additionally, we need as many hands as possible to help dismantle the camp and displays at the end of the week.

Ready to join in?
Follow these four simple steps!

(1) Check the UNIFORMS section for the basics of what you will need in order to participate as AAF personnel. All participants are expected to provide their own uniforms and equipment, and many specialized impressions are encouraged. Alternate national impressions (RAF, Luftwaffe, etc.) are welcome, but must be approved in advance.

(2) Read the Mission Statement and General Information Page.

(3) Download the Warbirds LHG Application - fill it in.

(4) Email the completed application form and a photo of your impression to Kevin Wisniewski at bomax17@sbcglobal.net.

Please note that there is a fitness standard for most Aircrew impressions - this is not due to any elitist attitude, just for historical accuracy. For a Groundcrew impression there is more latitude, and it provides equally impressive opportunities to participate in daily operations.

You might also consider checking into the AAFRL Yahoo Group if you aren't already a member... There are a lot of great contacts there, and lots of pictures from past AirVentures in the 'PHOTO' section.