Ever wondered how the iconic Goodyear Blimp actually flies? Join us for an exclusive behind-the-scenes look at one of aviation’s most unusual aircraft during its appearance at EAA AirVenture Oshkosh.
3 August 2025
Ever wondered how the iconic Goodyear Blimp actually flies?
Join us for an exclusive behind-the-scenes look at one of aviation’s most unusual aircraft during its appearance at EAA AirVenture Oshkosh.
Discover what makes this semi-rigid airship tick — from its massive 246-foot helium envelope and fly-by-wire controls to its dedicated ground crew operations and 32-ton support truck.
You’ll learn how the Goodyear Blimp USA takes off, hovers, lands, and even handles long cross-country trips—all while doubling as a spectacular flying billboard.
Celebrating 100 years of Goodyear blimp heritage, this video offers a rare insight into an engineering marvel that’s part aircraft, part spectacle. It’s also a perfect example of an aircraft that doesn’t need runways, operating more like a helicopter in many phases of flight.
Whether you’re an aviation enthusiast, aspiring pilot, or simply curious about how the Goodyear Blimp flies, this blimp flight experience is one airship adventure you won’t want to miss.
