The formation of T-28 Trojans split in a maneuver called “The Trojan Horse.” Credit: Mo Spuhler
A full frontal of a P-51D fitted with long-range fuel tanks. Credit: Mo Spuhler
A gaggle of P-51s. Credit: Mo Spuhler
The Geico Skytypers fly six T-6s in close formation when they type words in the sky, one computer controlling the smoke emissions for all the aircraft. Credit: Mo Spuhler
A UH-1H Huey hovers above a line-up of T-28s. Credit: Mo Spuhler
The Aero Vodochody L-39 is popular amongst wealthy jet enthusiasts. One can buy one flying from $160,000 to $500,000, depending on its condition. Credit: Mo Spuhler
T-28 Trojans always turn out in force at Oshkosh. Credit: Mo Spuhler
A B-25J Mitchell takes off for its display. Credit: Mo Spuhler
The Cessna 310 was first known as the L-27A in service with the U.S. Air Force, later the U-3A ‘Blue Canoe.’ Credit: Mo Spuhler
Three Cessna 0-1 Bird Dogs frame a red Nanchang CJ-6 trainer. Credit: Mo Spuhler
John was editor of Aviation Week's ShowNews for nearly two decades. He retired in 2020. His background in business journalism before joining Aviation Week includes stints at Reuters, the American Banker daily banking newspaper and as business news editor at the Milwaukee Journal and the Cincinnati Enquirer.
