July 13, 2026

It’s that time of year again. Oshkosh is calling.

Each July, hundreds of thousands of aviation enthusiasts make the pilgrimage to Wittman Regional Airport, and 2026 is shaping up to be one of the most exciting years yet. With record-setting attendance trends continuing and Garmin bringing major innovations to the show, there’s no better place to see the future of flight come to life. 

Whether you’re planning your first visit or continuing a long-standing tradition, here’s what you won’t want to miss at the Garmin exhibit during EAA AirVenture Oshkosh 2026.

1. Experience the all-new AXIS flight displays 

The biggest headline for 2026: AXIS™ flight displays.

This is your chance to see — and more importantly, experience — our newest flight displays firsthand. From dedicated kiosks to full aircraft installs, AXIS will be front and center across the entire Garmin exhibit. 

• Get hands-on demos with Garmin experts 
• Explore all AXIS versions to see which is right for your panel upgrade 
• Attend daily seminars covering AXIS capabilities, install considerations and more 

AXIS is an entire avionics experience, and Oshkosh is where it comes to life for your panel. 

2. See your dream panel builds in exhibit aircraft 

Experimental to Certified. Singles to Twins. Hard IFR to basic VFR. We have the panel inspo for you. In 2026, you’ll find a curated mix of certified and experimental aircraft showcasing AXIS-equipped panels, including:

• Cessna 182 
• Beechcraft B58 Baron  
• Erin and Paul’s Bearhawk 5 
• Trent Palmer’s Legend NOMAD Cub 
• Midwest Panel Builders’ Sling TSi 

Walk the exhibit, step up to the panels and see what your own aircraft could become.

3. Meet Garmin ambassadors (and their aircraft) 

Oshkosh is about people as much as airplanes, and the Garmin ambassador lineup brings both together. Join daily meet-and-greet sessions from 10:30–11:30 a.m. at the Garmin exhibit with fan-favorite aviation personalities.

• Monday: 50-States Travelers Erin Daly & Paul Hooker 

• Tuesday: Airshow performer RJ Gritter 

• Wednesday: Garmin product manager and social media star Stevie Triesenberg 

• Thursday: Backcountry extraordinaire Trent Palmer 

• Friday: Aviation101’s Josh Flowers & Chelsea Smith 

Check out their aircraft, hear their stories and see how Garmin avionics enable their flying.

4. Learn something new (every day) 

Oshkosh has always been about learning, and Garmin’s seminar lineup delivers more opportunities than ever. 

With daily sessions running Monday through Saturday, you can dive into topics including AXIS flight displays, Garmin Pilot™, autopilot upgrades, SmartCharts training and more. 

Check out our full seminar schedules here.

5. Explore the latest Garmin Pilot updates 

The Garmin Pilot team has been hard at work rolling out major updates throughout 2026. 

See the latest features, including how to make planning your next flight easier with the new Flights page, daily weather forecasts, airport and FBO comments, SmartCharts for Canada and Mexico and more.  Garmin Pilot also makes flying into Oshkosh easier than ever with the FISK Arrival being part of Garmin SmartCharts arrival procedures and navigation database. 

Also, see the painted dots and squares on the Oshkosh runways with their depiction on our SmartCharts airport diagram for the Oshkosh Wittman Regional Airport (KOSH). 

Don’t miss out — you’re cleared for the option. See how switching to Garmin Pilot can change how you plan, file, fly and log your next flying adventure. Save at the show, too — check out our Garmin Pilot promo deals below. 

6. Take advantage of Oshkosh-only savings

Looking to save? Oshkosh is the place to do it. Our product support team will be on hand to help you save on Garmin aviation services:

• Navigation Databases Savings 
  • Save up to $100 on navigation databases for your Garmin navigators and flight decks, with an additional 5% discount for customers switching to Garmin databases
  • Pro Tip: Bring your system IDs to streamline database purchases

• Garmin Pilot Promos 
  • New Garmin Pilot customers can get 15 months for the price of 12 
  • Active CFIs can get 50% off Garmin Pilot as part of our Right Seat Rewards program 
  • Current customers can get up to 10% off on their next renewal by purchasing at Oshkosh  

Check in at the show to learn about even more great promotions. All promos are subject to terms and conditions. Learn more here.

See you at Oshkosh

From the all-new AXIS flight displays to hands-on training, exclusive savings and unforgettable aircraft, the Garmin exhibit is a must-stop destination at AirVenture 2026.

We’ll see you on…