Reno, Nev. – Reno Air Racing Association Board of Directors Chairman John Agather made the following statement after learning of the lawsuit filed against the Planes of Fame Air Museum for their 2017 Airshow: “The Planes of Fame Airshow, hosted by the Planes of Fame Air Museum, is a wonderful airshow that offers thousands of fans one of the last opportunities to see more than 40 historic aircraft. Recently, we were very concerned to hear about the lawsuit filed against them by fellow airport tenants. The lawsuit completely threatens the Museum’s ability to put on their event this year. “The…

The second of three, one-hour episodes of the 2016 STIHL National Championship Air Races is now live on our YouTube page. If you missed the episode, you can watch it here.

Reno, Nev. – The second of three, one-hour episodes featuring the 2016 STIHL National Championship Air Races will air this Saturday, March 25th at 3pm PT/6pm ET on NBC Sports Network. A preview can be viewed here. “We received tremendous feedback about the first one-hour episode which took us all right back to race week,” Mike Crowell, President and CEO of the Reno Air Racing Association said. “Partnering with STIHL to help get these episodes on the air has been fantastic and we encourage everyone to tune in this Saturday at 3 pm pacific time.” The first one-hour episode, which…

Did you miss the first episode of the 2016 STIHL National Championship Air Races on NBC Sports Network last Saturday? Well, you’re in luck – here’s a link to watch the whole show.  

Reno, Nev. – Calling all racing fans and artists! The Reno Air Racing Association today launched a design contest for the official poster and t-shirts of the 54th National Championship Air Races. “The Reno Air Racing Association is looking for fresh and new designs that represent the spirit of air racing to place on our collectible posters for the 54th National Championship Air Races,” Mike Crowell President and CEO of the Reno Air Racing Association said. “Entries should center on the idea of racing – which is what we are all about. We look forward to seeing the ideas our…

The first of three, one-hour planned NBC Sports Network broadcasts of last year’s National Championship Air Races airs THIS Saturday, March 11th, at 2pm ET/11am PT on NBC Sports Network. Tune in!

The US Air Force has released the 2017 airshow schedule for the A-10 Thunderbolt II Heritage Teams – and the A-10 Heritage Flight Team will be coming to Reno this year! Check out more on the team’s website.

Reno, Nev. – The first one-hour episode featuring last year’s 53rd National Championship Air Races will air next Saturday, March 11th at 11am pacific time on NBC Sports Network – exactly 10 days from today. A short preview clip can be viewed here. “Last year we were excited to partner with STIHL and NBC Sports to air one show,” Mike Crowell, President and CEO of the Reno Air Racing Association said. “This year, because of continued support and sponsorship from STIHL, the Nevada Commission on Tourism and the Reno-Sparks Convention and Visitors Authority, the STIHL National Championship Air Races will…

Reno, Nev. – The Reno Air Racing Association (RARA) today announced that Duane Meyer has joined the team as Security Director. “Duane brings a long and dedicated career in public service to our team,” RARA President and CEO Mike Crowell said. “With new and constantly changing requirements for safety and security, we are confident that Duane will help us maintain the high level of security required for our event.” In February 1986, Meyer joined the Washoe County Sheriff’s Hasty Team and from December 1993 through March 5, 2015, he was a member of the Washoe County Sheriff’s Office serving as…

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