The 49th annual all-women’s race will take place from June 23-26, 2026, highlighting the aviation heritage of the Midwest and Southeast.
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Questions from the Cockpit: Reno reboot
Question from pretty much every pilot I know, in pretty much every state: What did you think of the National Championship Air Races in its new location?
Registration for the 2025 ARC Air Derby opens Sept. 1
The Derby is a one-day aviation event designed to challenge pilots on precision, planning, and navigation. The event offers pilots the opportunity to select their own route and flight day, providing flexibility to work around their schedules and weather conditions. Flights for this year’s Derby may take place from Oct. 1-14.
Refunds offered to air racing fans
The National Championship Air Races (NCAR), produced by the Reno Air Racing Association (RARA), will offer race fans refunds in light of the recent withdrawal of the Unlimited and Sport race classes from the 2025 inaugural races in Roswell, New Mexico, slated for Sept. 10-14.
Competitor lineup for 2025 National Championship Air Races revealed
“Unveiling our race field is one of the most exciting moments leading up to race week,” said Fred Telling, chairman and CEO of the Reno Air Racing Association, producers of the races, which debut in Roswell, New Mexico, this year.
Unlimited Class withdraws from championship air races
This follows on the withdrawal of the Sport Class from the 2025 races.
Horse race in the sky: Mustang racers at AirVenture 2025
P-51 Mustang unlimited air racers and their pilots enjoyed a round of appreciation at EAA AirVenture Oshkosh 2025.
Air Race Classic unveils 2026 route
The 2026 race will highlight the aviation heritage and communities of Illinois, launching from St Louis Regional Airport (KALN) in East Alton, continuing through eight stops, then concluding at Mount Vernon Airport (KMVN).
Air Race Classic winners named
“In keeping with the 96-year rich history of women’s air racing and the 48th race of its kind, the pilots of this year’s Air Race Classic were met with challenges surrounding weather, decision-making, aircraft performance, and strategy,” officials noted.