Virtual 2020 Race Days Top Ten Winners Available Awards Race Details Race Schedule The Start The Terminus Racer List Racer Blogspot FAQs Media Resources On Facebook Air Race Classic, Inc. You should receive a confirmation email after submission, but we will follow up with a phone call in case there are email delivery problems. Want to stay up to date on ticket offers, news updates, upcoming events, and more? Reno Air Racing facing challenges. National Championship Air Races — The 2020 races were canceled because of the pandemic. Reno Air Races for at least 2 more years! Each year an event is held in June for our members to practice, train and certify new pilots to race in the National Championship Air Races. June 9, 2020 – Event Update Posted on June 9, 2020 An update from the Reno Air Racing Association Board of Directors and its Chairman Like you, we have been closely monitoring the developments around the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic. Oct 26, 2020 - Explore Cristopher Rick's board "Reno Air Races" on Pinterest. Reno Air Races - information about attending and enjoying the air races and air show in Reno, Nevada, NV The Reno Air Racing Association announced the cancellation of the 2020 STIHL National Championship Air Races, originally scheduled for Sept. 16-20. 2020 Formation Clinic June 6-9 - 2020 PRS June 10-13. Then, on Sunday, September 20 relive some of the best moments from the 2019 STIHL National Championship Air Races. Logoteta said the organization saw an 80 percent overall decrease in revenue from March to June 2020 compared to 2019. Watch: Pilot Marilyn Dash takes us for a ride during air races. 2020 Was NOT Kind To The Reno Air Race Organization. Tony Logoteta, COO of the Reno Air Racing Association, said many considerations were factored in to make the decision to cancel this year’s event. Anderson St. GRADD-NVBAA STEM Education Discovery Zone, Reno Air Racing Association Faces Uncertain Future. |, Reno Air Racing Association Reschedules Pylon Racing Seminar for September, 2020 STIHL National Championship Air Races Canceled. Besides the uncertainty around the state of the pandemic in September and safely hosting a large event in that climate, they took a look at the long-term ramifications. Place to be Sept 14-20, 2020, IF you're into planes and flying things! The Reno Air Racing Association board of directors reiterated their principal concern for the safety and health of all involved, and in light of continuing uncertainty surrounding the coronavirus and government-imposed restrictions for large-scale events, has decided to turn all efforts to 2021. The Reno Air Racing Association has been organizing the Reno National Championship Air Races for over 50 years. Jim Krajewski covers high school and youth sports for the Reno Gazette Journal. Reno Air Racing Association Nov 28, 2020 - Explore James Sheppard's board "Air race" on Pinterest. When I mention the races most assume it is like Red Bull Air Races, which generated lots of media exposure. If no request is made the purchase will automatically rollover to the 2021 event. It’s time for us to take a step back and assess our situation so that we can work toward ensuring the future of air racing beginning in 2021.”. Enquiry Form: Reno Air Races 2020 Please complete the form below. Stay tuned for exclusive content like: a play-by-play of the 2019 Jet Gold Race with Pete Zaccagnino and an exclusive interview with Reno Air Racing … To enable everyone to plan appropriately, the Board of Directors will make a decision regarding the 57th STIHL National Championship Air Races by the end of June, even though we know many factors may still be uncertain. As a 501(c)(3), the Reno Air Racing Association relies on donations, in addition to ticket sales, sponsorships, concessions and merchandise sales to host the event. “Beyond health and safety, our primary focus has to be the long-term viability of this iconic event rather than a high-risk gamble on the current year,” Logoteta said . Reno Air Race 2019 Unlimited Gold Race! There are six different race classes, but I developed an affinity for the Sport and Jet classes and became friends with many of the pilots and their families. Along with top air show performers, flying heritage organizations, and the U.S. Military, the event generates an estimated $91.7 million dollars for the Reno economy. “It’s been a challenging year for everyone and we have seen the financial effects across all revenue streams. “With that being said we are hoping that patrons will rollover their ticket purchases to the 2021 event or, if they are able, donate this year’s purchase as a tax-deductible contribution to help keep the Reno Air Races alive.”. The 2299 NM race was expected to begin in Grand Forks, North Dakota, on June 23 and finish in Terre Haute, Indiana, on June 26. The Reno Air Races are unique and there is nothing like it anywhere. We are deeply saddened to have canceled the 2020 STIHL National Championship Air Races, scheduled for September 16-20, due to the ongoing concerns surrounding COVID-19. The U.S. Air Force Thunderbirds perform at the Reno Air Race. See more ideas about reno air races, air race, air. The Reno Air Racing Association announced the cancellation of the 2020 STIHL National Championship Air Races, originally scheduled for Sept. 16-20. Going into 2020, RARA already faced challenges as cost increases outpaced income.