General News

Contact Michael Steiger at reltney747@gmail.com if you are new to racing and are interested in attending PRS (Pylon Racing Seminar)  at KRTS.    Registration closes 14 April 2023.

A beautiful tribute video put together by the team at The Fighter Pilot Podcast from footage they gathered of Aaron Hogue during the 2022 Reno Air Races.

“As some of you may know, we lost a member of our jet racing family on Sunday, September 18th during the final jet race. Aaron Hogue joined our family 2 years ago and had already become an integral part of the jet class, serving as a pilot, sponsor, and mentor to other jet pilots. We are heartbroken for his loss and are asking for prayers for his family during this unspeakably rough time.  Out of respect for his family, I am asking everyone to refrain from posting photos, video, or questions related to the incident. I am part of the…

This year, we are doing something a bit different for the safety drawings.   1) An “Emergency Extraction Information” example and template is linked below.  You will need to have photos of your aircraft, inside and out, showing where fuel, battery. oil – showing where all haz/mat is located. The example will show what is needed.   2) PRS Attendees – I have your extraction information on file. I do need for you to do the sketch/photo of the side view and top view of aircraft showing where things are located. This page is a quick reference for those that may…

RARA Pres conference 2021 The meeting was opened by Fred Telling at 830am with Limited personnel from each class. 20 attendees with 41 folks on zoom joined. Best news was RARA is moving forward with a go so the battle is on. More good news is outdoor restrictions with crowd gathering is predicted to move to unrestricted by May or sooner. Marketing. COVID consideration are leading the Re-envisioned Reno Air Race. More cooling stations will be positioned around the grounds. A Flight Line Bar will be added due to popular demand, however no word as to pilot discounts yet. Increased…

The CJAA Northeast Regional Jet Blast at Pottsville, Pennsylvania  KZER on Aug 5 thru Aug 8 is an exclusive, CJAA members only formation and aerobatic training event for Classic Jet Aircraft Association Warbirds.   Plan a trip to Pottsville, PA for a weekend of flying, training and fun while you sharpen your skills.   Activities Single ship, two and four ship formation flights and instruction and check outs Formation photos missions Aerobatic training & outs with Ace Dan McCue starting on June 17 – Call Dan. 61.58 rides – Call Zach 619-227-3327 Aerial demonstration for our group by our group…

Don’t miss seeing the excitement for yourself! And if you were there, then isn’t it time to relive the excitement and get pumped for 2020? Tune in to NBC Sports and don’t miss it!

Hey everyone! Check out this new book recently released by our very own 2019 Reno Gold Champion Peter Zaccagnino! Some of you are going to have some down time currently,. so what better way to spend it that supporting our own and reading a fantastic new book! Get yours now, and come September even get it signed!