UND showcases aerobatic skills at major air show in Wisconsin
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 8, 2026, 2:38 PM
Last updated Aug 8, 2026
FootballThe University of North Dakota participated in the Experimental Aircraft Association AirVenture Oshkosh convention from July 20-26, performing aerobatic demonstrations for the first time. Faculty member Michael Lents showcased UND's expertise in aerobatics, aiming to raise awareness of the university's offerings. This year's AirVenture saw record attendance of approximately 734,000, which provided a significant platform for promoting UND's aerobatic program. Lents noted the growing interest in aerobatics and emphasized the importance of the training for enhancing pilots' skills and safety. He aims to expand the program and increase the availability of instructors to meet demand.
- •UND performed at the Oshkosh air show for the first time this year.
- •Lents demonstrated aerobatics using American Champion Aircraft Super Decathlons.
- •The event saw record attendance of about 734,000 visitors.
- •Lents highlighted the relevance of aerobatics training for pilot safety.
- •The program aims to expand and attract more students interested in aerobatics.
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"Aug. 8—GRAND FORKS — For years, Michael Lents and other faculty members have been representing the University of North Dakota at an air show that regularly draws more than 600,000 attendees. This year is the first time he's had the opportunity to directly show off UND's aerobatics expertise with an aerobatic performance requested by a UND alum. Lents, an assistant professor of aviation and ...
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