Airventure 2025 Behind the Scenes | @EAA’s Adam Kokke

Every summer, Oshkosh becomes more than just a destination—it transforms into the center of the aviation universe, where passion, history, and innovation collide. At EAA AirVenture, the world’s largest aviation gathering, the magic isn’t only in the sky but also in the unseen coordination on the ground. With hundreds of thousands of attendees and thousands of aircraft converging in one place, safety and communication are as critical as the spectacle itself. What makes the event truly remarkable is the human element: 5,000 volunteers who arrive not simply to watch but to build, organize, and sustain this massive operation.

Behind the scenes, real-time communication is the thread that ties it all together, and Icom radios serve as the backbone—bridging pilots, ground crews, and volunteers in seamless connection. This orchestration ensures that the event not only runs smoothly but also upholds the community spirit that makes aviation culture so unique. To uncover how this extraordinary collaboration comes to life at AirVenture 2025, we turn to Adam Kokke, EAA Senior Sales Support Associate, who offers a behind-the-scenes look at the vital role of communication and coordination with Icom.