B-17 Sentimental Journey at AeroShell Square. Photo by Phil Weston

"Estimated Attendance of 700,000 for EAA AirVenture 2005
August 3, 2005 - Some early estimates seem to verify the initial reactions that 2005 was one of the best EAA AirVentures ever. The estimated attendance of about 700,000 is nearly a 7 percent increase over 2004. More than 10,000 aircraft arrived at Wittman Regional Airport in Oshkosh, as well as other airports in the Oshkosh area. Total showplanes over the seven-day convention was 2,927, comprised of a record 1,267 homebuilts; 924 vintage aircraft; 386 warbirds; 196 ultralights; 130 seaplanes; and 24 rotorcraft." quote from AirVenture web site.