Meet the 2026 Racers
Racing Dates
September 2027
Roswell, New Mexico | Roswell Air Center
Meet the Pilots. Feel the Speed.
The National Championship Air Races bring 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.
Explore the
Racer Classes
Jet
Up to 500+ MPH
Featuring L-39s, L-29s, Vampires, Provosts, and more. Experience the fastest racing on the course.
FORMULA 1
Up to 250 MPH
Powered by identical 100 HP engines, Formula One racing delivers pure pilot skill and close competition.
BIPLANE
Up to 200 MPH
Small, agile aerobatic aircraft showcasing tight turns, quick reflexes, and thrilling low-level racing.
T-6
Up to 230 MPH
Historic military trainers where strategy, precision, and pilot skill often determine the winner.
SPORT
Up to 350 MPH
High-performance kit-built aircraft featuring cutting-edge technology, innovation, and fierce competition.
UNLIMITED
Up to 500+ MPH
Legendary WWII warbirds and custom racers pushing the limits of speed, power, and performance.
STOL DRAG
Short Take-Off & Landing
A head-to-head sprint where pilots race down and back before landing and stopping with pinpoint accuracy.
