Race Class Information
Racing Dates
September 2027
Roswell, New Mexico | Roswell Air Center
Experience 7 Unique Racing Classes
From WWIl warbirds and high-speed jets to purpose-built racing aircraft, every class brings a completely different style of competition to the National Championship Air Races.
7 Racing
Classes
500+ MPH
Top Speeds
FIVE DAYS OF
NONSTOP THRILLS
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Compare the Race Classes
Each class brings something unique to the race course.
Which one is your favorite?
7 Racing Classes
Jet Class
Up to 500+ MPH
Featuring L-39s, L-29s, Vampires, Provosts, and more. Experience the fastest racing on the course.
FORMULA 1 CLASS
Up to 250 MPH
Powered by identical 100 HP engines, Formula One racing delivers pure pilot skill and close competition.
Biplane Class
Up to 200 MPH
Small, agile aerobatic aircraft showcasing tight turns, quick reflexes, and thrilling low-level racing.
T-6 Class
Up to 230 MPH
Historic military trainers where strategy, precision, and pilot skill often determine the winner.
Sport Class
Up to 350 MPH
High-performance kit-built aircraft featuring cutting-edge technology, innovation, and fierce competition.
Unlimited Class
Up to 500+ MPH
Legendary WWII warbirds and custom racers pushing the limits of speed, power, and performance.
Stol Drag Class
Short Take-Off & Landing
A head-to-head sprint where pilots race down and back before landing and stopping with pinpoint accuracy.
Meet the Racers
National Championship Air Races brings together the fastest, boldest, and most skilled pilots in the world. Explore the 2026 racer lineup by class, and get ready for this next chapter in Roswell, New Mexico.
