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Oshkosh becomes one of aviation's busiest destinations each summer during EAA AirVenture. Newly released plans from Volare Hangars are meant to expand on that popularity, covering 77 acres of aviation-focused development at Oshkosh Aviation Park at Wittman Regional Airport (OSH). Context The airport announced on June 17 that Winnebago County had approved a 50-year lease for Volare Hangars to build additional hangar space and other improvements to the park. Initial announcements stated the project would be developed in phases and include both large and small hangars. The large hangars are meant to attract more aviation businesses to the airport and the smaller hangars are to meet the demand for more general aviation space at OSH. Released details The company has now released more details on its plans for the park. The concept plans have multiple buildings that include business spaces, business hangars and personal hangars. The business hangars are larger, measuring 150 by 150 ft and 85 by 85 ft. The personal hangars are planned in several sizes, including 60 by 60 ft, 70 by 60 ft. and 50 by 40 ft. layouts. There are also plans for a fuel farm, taxiway, gate entry, gated long term parking and aircraft wash bay. The adjacent property is planned for complementary businesses and mixed-use development. The final plan is still expected to change as Volare will adapt it to respond to market demand. Oshkosh's development is planned to begin in 2028. Building beyond AirVenture The Aviation Business Park was created about 12 years ago by the county and the city to grow aviation business on the southeast side of the field. The goal of this development is not only to support visitors during AirVenture but to encourage aviation activity at OSH year round. This development could attract potential charter, MRO and corporate flight departments. The mix of hangar sizes shows that the project is attempting to attract everyone to the field, from general aviation pilots to business jet users. The additional facilities focus on creating a destination for aviation enthusiasts instead of just hangar space. Why it matters Airports are increasingly seeing aviation real estate as a growth strategy, with OSH as the latest example. Many newer airport development projects are combining hangars with supporting commercial infrastructure. Projects like this show the shift of combining aircraft storage, commercial activity, hospitality, and business infrastructure to create a more integrated aviation community.