Planning to fly your own aircraft to the 2026 National Championship Air Races in Roswell, New Mexico? The 2026 GA Pilot Arrival Guide for NCAR 2026 is now available to help general aviation pilots prepare for their arrival at the races.
With the National Championship Air Races taking place September 16-20, 2026, at Roswell Air Center, pilots flying in for the event are encouraged to review the guide carefully as part of their pre-flight planning.
What’s Included in the GA Pilot Arrival Guide?
The 2026 GA Pilot Arrival Guide provides important information for pilots traveling to Roswell for race week, including:
- Planned GA arrival windows
- Temporary Flight Restriction (TFR) information
- Airport hours
- Airport and communication frequencies
- Additional information to help pilots plan their arrival
Pilots should familiarize themselves with the guide before departure and allow plenty of time to prepare for event-related airspace and airport operations.
Pilots: Check Current Flight Information Before Departure
The GA Pilot Arrival Guide is a planning resource, but conditions and restrictions may change.
Before departing for Roswell, pilots should always review current NOTAMs, TFRs, weather conditions and airport information. The Pilot in Command (PIC) remains responsible for ensuring all flight planning and operations are conducted safely and legally using the most current available information.
Download the 2026 GA Pilot Arrival Guide
The 2026 GA Pilot Arrival Guide for NCAR 2026 is available on the Plan Your Trip page.
Visit airrace.org/attending-the-races/plan-your-trip/ and look for the guide below the AvFlight logo.
Whether you’re flying in or driving to Roswell, race week is almost here. Get your plans in place and join us for five unforgettable days of racing, aviation and excitement at the 2026 National Championship Air Races, September 16–20 at Roswell Air Center.
We’ll see you in Roswell!
